South Korea's national team manager has reaffirmed his support for Son Heung-min as captain ahead of upcoming friendlies against Saudi Arabia and Qatar next month. The Tottenham Hotspur forward was included in the squad announced on Thursday, despite recent speculation about a possible rift within the team. The coach emphasized Son's leadership qualities and experience, dismissing the rumors as unfounded.
Son, 34, has been a mainstay for South Korea since his debut in 2010 and led the team at the 2022 World Cup. The friendlies, scheduled for November, will serve as preparation for the next phase of World Cup qualifying.
