Son Heung-min, takes sole lead in MLS assists with one assist after coming on as a substitute

Son Heungmin of LA FC came on as a substitute in an away match against San Diego FC and led the attack, moving into sole possession of the league assists lead. LA FC drew 22 with San Diego FC in the 2026 MLS match held on the 3rd at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California, USA. The team brought on Son Heungmin in the 15th minute of the second half while trailing 02, and Son played as a withdrawn striker, lifting the tempo of the game. In the 37th minute of the second half, Son Heungmin cut in down the left flank and linked up with Denis Bouanga, and that pass led to a goal. With this assist, Son Heungmin recorded his 8th league assist of the season and moved into sole first place in the MLS assists standings. After the match, LA FC head coach Mark Dos Santos praised the performance of the substitute players and said the energy of the bench options, including Son Heungmin, was a major boost in the team's comeback attempt.