Son Heung-min to Hunt for Goals Against Man Utd on the 20th

Son Heung-min. Photo by Yonhap News

[Asia Economy Intern Reporter Min Jun-young] The England Premier League (EPL), which was suspended due to the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, resumed on the 18th, and Son Heung-min (28, Tottenham Hotspur) is also returning to the field.

Tottenham will play against Manchester United (Man Utd) in the 30th round of the 2019-2020 season at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, UK, at 4:15 AM on the 20th (Korean time).

Although the match will be held without spectators due to the COVID-19 situation, it is Tottenham's first game since the season resumed.

Before the season was suspended due to COVID-19, Son Heung-min suffered a right arm injury in the match against Aston Villa on February 16 and underwent surgery.

Because of this surgery, it seemed difficult for Son Heung-min to return this season, but the season suspension due to COVID-19 gave him time to recover.

During the three-month break, he received rehabilitation treatment and also completed a three-week basic military training as part of his military service exemption.

On the 15th, Tottenham posted on their official SNS, "This week, we are back," along with photos of Son Heung-min, Harry Kane, Moussa Sissoko, and others.

The British media outlet 'Football London' reported, "Manager Jos? Mourinho will deploy attacking resources including Son Heung-min, Harry Kane, and Steven Bergwijn in the match against Man Utd."

Tottenham currently stands 8th among 20 teams with 11 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses (41 points) up to the 29th round.

Since Son Heung-min's injury, Tottenham has recorded 1 draw and 5 losses in 6 matches (3 league matches).

They are 7 points behind 4th place Chelsea (48 points), which secures a UEFA Champions League spot for next season.

However, 5th place Man Utd (12 wins, 9 draws, 8 losses, 45 points) is also aiming for a UEFA Champions League spot.

Meanwhile, Son Heung-min, who has recorded 9 goals and 7 assists this season in the league, will achieve double-digit league goals for four consecutive seasons if he scores just one more goal.

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