Two European football legends made headlines in Major League Soccer this weekend as Son Heung-min and Thomas Muller both found the net for the first time in their new chapters across the Atlantic.
Son Strikes Early for LAFC
Former Tottenham captain and South Korea’s star forward Son Heung-min wasted no time in making his mark with Los Angeles FC. Just six minutes into his second start, Son curled in a stunning free-kick against FC Dallas. The game eventually ended 1-1, but the 33-year-old’s goal gave LAFC fans a glimpse of what he brings to the pitch.
It was Son’s third MLS appearance after completing a record transfer worth over £20 million from the Premier League earlier this summer. Speaking after the match, Son admitted he was happy but still hungry for more:
“I’m glad I scored my first goal in the MLS and also for LAFC. But for me, the most important thing is to get three points. I’m really disappointed for that. I still need a lot of time to connect with the team, but I’m enjoying every single moment.”
Muller Delivers Late Drama for Vancouver
Meanwhile in Canada, German icon Thomas Muller enjoyed his own unforgettable moment. The 35-year-old converted a dramatic penalty deep into stoppage time to secure a 3-2 win for Vancouver Whitecaps over St Louis City.
It was Muller’s first start since joining the Whitecaps after ending his remarkable 25-year journey with Bayern Munich. Not only did he score, but he also wore the captain’s armband in front of a roaring home crowd.
“That I was able to score the final goal in front of our crowd here, it was an amazing feeling, amazing,” Muller said after the game.
A New Era for MLS
Both Son and Muller are two of the biggest names to join Major League Soccer in recent years. Their arrivals bring global attention to the league and excitement to fans who now get to watch European stars light up stadiums in North America.
