Tottenham Hotspur's Son Heung-min, known affectionately as 'Captain' Son, has made headlines once again after achieving the impressive milestone of 70 goals and 70 assists in the English Premier League. The 33-year-old forward accomplished this feat with two assists during Tottenham's convincing 4-1 victory against Ipswich Town on March 23, 2024.
During the match, played at Portman Road, Son showcased his exceptional skills, particularly when he assisted Brennan Johnson's opening goal just 18 minutes in. After receiving a long pass from the defensive line, Son cleverly evaded two defenders before threading the ball through to Johnson, who scored with his right foot. Son was involved once more just eight minutes later, as he sprinted down the left side of the box and set up Johnson for the second goal with a precise cross. This victory marked Tottenham's third consecutive win after previous matches against Brentford (2-0) and Manchester United.
With this win, Tottenham has reestablished their momentum, climbing to 12th place with 10 wins, 3 draws, and 13 losses, totaling 33 points. Despite their struggles earlier this season, which included seven matches without a win, the team has shown remarkable improvement recently. Son, who has recorded 10 goals and 10 assists across all competitions this season, has been pivotal to this resurgence.
His current season statistics are remarkable: 6 goals and 9 assists in the EPL, 3 goals in the UEFA Europa League, and 1 assist each from the FA Cup and League Cup. Notably, his prowess was evident again as he played for just 74 minutes yet managed to contribute two assists.
By achieving the 70-goal and 70-assist milestone, Son joins an elite group, becoming the 11th player to reach this mark in the history of the Premier League. His name now sits alongside legendary strikers like David Beckham, Alan Shearer, and Michael Owen, all of whom never reached this remarkable combination of statistics. Among current active players, only Mohamed Salah and Kevin De Bruyne join Son with the impressive dual accomplishments, underscoring his uniqueness among contemporaries.
Post-match, Son expressed his eagerness to continue contributing to his team's success. "I want to keep building my attacking points. I also want to score more goals," he remarked during his interview with local media, showcasing his determination and ambition as the season progresses.
With each passing match, Son's form has returned to its peak, showcasing his trademark dribbling skills and powerful shooting capabilities, which fans have come to adore. His performance is particularly noted after the team had previously faced eliminations from the League Cup and the FA Cup, where the reduced fixture congestion appears to have granted him more room to find his rhythm.
Looking forward, Tottenham's next challenge will be on March 27, when they face off against the defending champions Manchester City at their home ground, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The match is highly anticipated and will give Son and his teammates another chance to solidify their position within the competitive top half of the Premier League.
Although still not living up to the expectations set at the beginning of the season, the significant turnaround demonstrates Son's influence within the squad. His leadership and skill are becoming increasingly valuable as Tottenham pushes for greater consistency and success.
With Son leading by example and Tottenham displaying their rejuvenated form, fans are hopeful for positive outcomes as the Premier League season approaches its climax.