[이데일리 스타in 이석무 기자] When South Korea’s national soccer team captain Son Heung-min (Tottenham) appeared at a ‘neighborhood soccer field’, a crowd of people gathered in an instant and the police even had to be dispatched.
Son Heung-min made a surprise visit to Suji Sports Park in Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, along with national team goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu, at around 8 p.m. on the 5th. It was to play a soccer match with the general public.
When regarding 2,000 fans who heard the news through SNS and other means gathered at once, it became a mess. It was even reported that 13 reports were filed with the police saying, “There are too many people gathered and it is dangerous.”
In fact, during the game, some citizens climbed over the fence around the stadium to see Son Heung-min, and there were many dangerous situations such as attempts to invade the stadium. There were also shouting and physical fights among fans.
In the end, the police relayed this situation to the fire department and the city hall disaster situation room, and 29 people, including security guards and local police, were deployed to the scene to control it. Son Heung-min also finished the game regarding 10 minutes earlier than scheduled and left the stadium at 10:10 p.m. A police official said, “Fortunately, no major accidents occurred,” and “We safely completed the citizens’ return home.” Son Heung-min talked regarding the incident that day at the Adidas F50 soccer shoe release event held at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul the following day on the 6th. He said, “I have to train so that I can prepare for the season in good physical condition when I go to my team, so I have been training consistently,” and apologized, saying, “I went to work out yesterday, and the opposing team was there, so I feel sorry for causing trouble.” He also said, “It’s the off-season, so I’m spending a lot of time with my family,” and “I go out with my friends and work out sometimes, and I’m training and resting well while preparing for the season.”
Son Heung-min also attracted attention on the 27th of last month when it was belatedly revealed that he had played a soccer match with the general public at a soccer stadium in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. Son Heung-min, who is the captain of the national team as well as Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League (EPL), is currently resting and training individually in Korea following finishing the season.
Tottenham, which Son Heung-min plays for, will play a friendly match once morest Team K-League at Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 31st. On August 3rd, they will face Bayern Munich (Germany), which Kim Min-jae plays for, at the same venue.
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South Korean national soccer team captain Son Heung-min (Tottenham) caused a stir when he appeared at a local soccer field, drawing a massive crowd that required police intervention.
On the evening of the 5th, Son Heung-min surprised fans by showing up at Suji Sports Park in Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, along with national team goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu, for a soccer match with the public.
The news quickly spread through social media, and an estimated 2,000 fans rushed to the location, creating a chaotic situation. Thirteen reports were filed with the police regarding the large gathering and safety concerns.
During the match, some fans climbed over the stadium fence to catch a glimpse of Son Heung-min, leading to numerous dangerous incidents, including attempts to overrun the field. Shouting and physical altercations also broke out among the fans.
The police, in coordination with the fire department and city hall disaster situation room, deployed 29 personnel, including security guards and local police, to control the crowd. Son Heung-min ended the game 10 minutes earlier than planned, leaving the stadium at 10:10 p.m.
A police official confirmed that no major accidents occurred and that the situation was safely managed.
Addressing the incident the following day at the Adidas F50 soccer shoe release event in Times Square, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Son Heung-min explained that he had been consistently training to maintain physical fitness for the upcoming season. He acknowledged causing trouble and apologized for the unforeseen situation. He also mentioned spending time with his family during the off-season, engaging in social activities, and focusing on training and rest in preparation for the new season.
Son Heung-min had previously made headlines when it was revealed that he had played a soccer match with the public at a stadium in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, on the 27th of last month.
Currently, Son Heung-min, the captain of both the national team and Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League (EPL), is resting and undergoing individual training in Korea following concluding the season.
Tottenham, Son Heung-min’s club, will compete in a friendly match once morest Team K-League at Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 31st. On August 3rd, they will face Bayern Munich (Germany), where Kim Min-jae plays, at the same venue.
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Son Heung-min’s Surprise Soccer Match Causes Chaos in Yongin
South Korean national soccer team captain Son Heung-min’s surprise appearance at a neighborhood soccer field in Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, on July 5th, sparked chaos as thousands of fans flocked to the area. The situation escalated to the point where police intervention was required.
A Surprise Visit Turns into a Crowd Control Nightmare
The incident occurred when Son Heung-min, accompanied by national team goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu, arrived at Suji Sports Park for a friendly match once morest the general public. Word of the captain’s presence spread quickly on social media, drawing an estimated 2,000 fans to the park. The unexpected surge in attendance overwhelmed the venue’s capacity, leading to a chaotic situation.
The sheer volume of fans caused overcrowding and safety concerns, prompting 13 reports to the police regarding the dangerous conditions. Some individuals, driven by excitement, even resorted to scaling the fence surrounding the stadium to catch a glimpse of Son Heung-min, exacerbating the risks.
Shouting, pushing, and even physical altercations broke out among the eager fans. The situation rapidly deteriorated, requiring the intervention of security personnel, local police, and even the fire department.
A total of 29 personnel were deployed to the scene to restore order and ensure the safety of those present. Son Heung-min and his teammates ended the match 10 minutes earlier than scheduled, leaving the stadium at 10:10 p.m. to minimize further disruption.
Son Heung-min Apologizes for the Inconvenience
The following day, at the Adidas F50 soccer shoe release event held at Times Square in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, Son Heung-min addressed the previous day’s events. He expressed his apologies for the commotion caused by his surprise appearance, stating that he was focused on training and preparing for the upcoming season.
“I have to train so that I can prepare for the season in good physical condition when I go to my team, so I have been training consistently,” Son Heung-min said. “I went to work out yesterday, and the opposing team was there, so I feel sorry for causing trouble.”
Son Heung-min also shared insights into his off-season activities, mentioning spending time with family, engaging in casual outings with friends, and prioritizing training and rest to prepare for the upcoming season.
Son Heung-min’s Popularity Continues to Grow
This incident is not the first time Son Heung-min’s presence has attracted a large crowd. In late June, news surfaced of a previous impromptu soccer match he played at a stadium in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, highlighting his immense popularity among fans.
Son Heung-min, serving as captain for both the national team and Tottenham Hotspur in the English Premier League (EPL), is currently enjoying a well-deserved break, training individually in Korea. His upcoming schedule includes a friendly match between Tottenham and Team K-League at Seoul World Cup Stadium on July 31st, followed by a clash once morest Bayern Munich (Germany), featuring Kim Min-jae, at the same venue on August 3rd.
These events promise to showcase Son Heung-min’s exceptional talent and continue to fuel his status as a national icon, inspiring millions of fans across Korea and beyond.
