Son Heung-min Saves South Korea, Leads Team to World Cup

South Korea's captain Son Heung-min led the team to a dramatic 2-1 victory over Portugal, securing their place in the knockout stages of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Son, who plays for Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League, scored the winning goal in the 91st minute of the match, sending the South Korean fans into a frenzy.

The victory was a major upset, as Portugal is ranked 9th in the FIFA World Rankings, while South Korea is ranked 28th. It was also a historic moment for South Korea, as it was the first time they had ever defeated Portugal in a competitive match.

Son's goal was a thing of beauty. He received a pass from Hwang Hee-chan on the left wing and drove into the Portugal penalty area. He then cut inside and fired a low shot into the bottom corner of the net.

The goal sent the South Korean fans into a frenzy, and they celebrated by waving their flags and singing their national anthem. Son was mobbed by his teammates, and he was visibly emotional after scoring the winning goal.

Son's goal was a fitting end to a dramatic match. South Korea had taken the lead in the 5th minute through a goal from Kim Young-gwon, but Portugal equalized in the 27th minute through a goal from Ricardo Horta.

Both teams had chances to win the match in the second half, but it was Son who had the final say. His goal sent South Korea to the knockout stages of the World Cup, and it will be remembered as one of the most iconic moments in South Korean football history.

Son's performance was all the more impressive considering that he was playing with a facial injury. He had suffered a fractured eye socket in a collision with Marseille defender Chancel Mbemba in a Champions League match just three weeks before the World Cup.

Son was forced to wear a protective mask during the match, but it did not seem to affect his performance. He was a constant threat to the Portugal defense, and he created several chances for his teammates.

Son's performance was a testament to his determination and resilience. He is a true leader, and he is the driving force behind South Korea's success at the World Cup.

South Korea will now face Brazil in the knockout stages of the World Cup. It will be a tough match, but South Korea will be confident after their victory over Portugal.

With Son Heung-min leading the way, anything is possible.