Son Heung-min scores seventh goal as LAFC beats Austin FC
Son Heung-min netted his seventh MLS goal as Los Angeles FC defeated Austin FC, snapping LAFC's five‑game winless streak and marking his first home game after returning from international duty.
Key points
- Son Heung-min scored on a fast‑break counterattack for his seventh league goal of the season.
- The win ended LAFC's five‑game winless run.
- It was LAFC's first home match since Son returned from South Korea duty, where he became the nation’s all‑time leading scorer.
LAFC beats Austin FC at BMO Stadium
Los Angeles FC hosted Austin FC on Wednesday night at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California.
Son Heung‑min started for LAFC and finished a fast‑break counterattack, redirecting a pass with his right foot for his seventh Major League Soccer goal of the season.
The goal came in the club’s first home match since Son returned from international duty, during which he became South Korea’s all‑time leading men’s scorer.
Entering the match, Son had recorded six goals and twelve assists in league play, placing him among the team’s most productive attackers alongside forward Denis Bouanga, the club’s leading scorer.
LAFC’s victory ended a five‑game winless streak for the club.
Your questions, answered
How many goals has Son Heung-min scored this MLS season?
He has scored seven goals in league play.
What was the result of the LAFC vs. Austin FC match?
Los Angeles FC defeated Austin FC at BMO Stadium.
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