Tottenham Hotspur captain Son Heung-min made a powerful statement in the second match of the new Premier League season, netting his first two goals in a commanding 4-0 victory over Everton. Son’s brace not only secured Tottenham’s first win of the season but also silenced critics who had questioned his form following a lackluster performance in the opener.
After a frustrating 1-1 draw against newly promoted Leicester City in their first match, Tottenham and Son faced significant pressure to deliver a strong performance against Everton. The match, held at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, saw the South Korean forward return to his usual electrifying form, playing a pivotal role in his team’s success.
Son’s first goal came in the 25th minute and was a testament to his relentless work ethic. The sequence began with an attempted back pass to Everton’s goalkeeper, Jordan Pickford. Sensing an opportunity, Son chased down the ball, putting immense pressure on the English international. His persistence paid off as he managed to intercept the ball, almost losing his balance in the process, but recovering just in time to slot it into the empty net. This goal doubled Tottenham’s lead, setting the tone for the remainder of the match.
Cristian Romero further extended the lead with a goal of his own, making it 3-0, but Son wasn’t finished yet. In the 77th minute, he capitalized on a counterattack to score his second goal of the match. Micky van de Ven initiated the play, charging down the middle of the field before delivering a precise pass to a wide-open Son on the left side of the penalty box. Son then drove deeper into the area and expertly finished with his left foot, sealing the 4-0 victory for Tottenham.
For his outstanding performance, Son was deservedly named Man of the Match. Reflecting on the game, he expressed his satisfaction with the team’s clinical approach, contrasting it with the disappointment of the previous week. “Last week, we were very disappointed. We dominated the game, but in the final third, we made some bad decisions,” Son remarked. “I am very pleased today that everybody was really clinical and made sure we made great decisions.”
This brace also marked an important milestone in Son’s career, as he climbed to 21st on the all-time Premier League scoring list with 122 goals. He is now just one goal behind Raheem Sterling and Dwight Yorke, who are tied with 123 goals each.
Tottenham’s emphatic win over Everton not only boosts the team’s confidence but also reinforces Son’s status as one of the Premier League’s elite forwards. As Spurs continue their campaign, all eyes will be on Son to see if he can maintain this form and lead his team to further success.
