"Son Heung-min's support from the other side of the globe was in vain": Tottenham loses 1-2 to Chelsea... EPL survival in doubt as "relegation fear" persists

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Tottenham Hotspur failed to secure EPL survival despite Son Heung-min's (34, LAFC) support, suffering a defeat to Chelsea.

On the 20th (Korean time), Tottenham lost 1-2 to Chelsea in an away match in the 37th round of the 2025-2026 EPL season held at Stamford Bridge in London, UK.

Tottenham, which could have effectively secured survival with just a draw, finished 17th with 38 points, just above the relegation zone. The gap to 18th-place West Ham United (36 points), which is in the relegation zone, is two points. With a 12-goal advantage in goal difference, a draw in the final match would have likely ensured survival. However, due to today's defeat, their fate will be decided by the result of the 38th and final round match against Everton on the 25th.

In the 18th minute of the first half, Tottenham conceded the opening goal to Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez with a long-range shot. Then, in the 21st minute of the second half, they allowed a counterattack following a back-pass error by Randall Kolo Muani, leading to an additional goal by Andre Santos. Although Richarlison scored a consolation goal in the 29th minute of the second half after receiving a pass from Pape Sarr, they failed to equalize.

Meanwhile, Son Heung-min, who previously played for Tottenham, left a message wishing for his former club's survival via the British public broadcaster BBC before the match, but the defeat dimmed the sentiment.

Son Heung-min stated, "I have watched Tottenham matches throughout this season. I have watched every game, checked the results, and viewed highlights, watching as many games as possible."

He continued, "Of course, due to the time difference between London and LA, it is sometimes really difficult to watch games from start to finish. But still, Tottenham is in my heart, and I am supporting Tottenham. I hope Tottenham gets a good result against Chelsea."

Son Heung-min said, "I am cheering from the other side of the globe. I love the players, I love the fans, and I love this club. I am just wishing them luck. I hope everyone does well. Tottenham fighting."

Meanwhile, Son Heung-min is a true legend of the club who dedicated 10 years to Tottenham since 2015. As the first Asian to serve as captain, he set major records including 6th all-time in appearances, 5th in goals, and 1st in assists for Tottenham. Additionally, he secured major individual titles such as the EPL top scorer and the FIFA Puskas Award. He was a key figure in bringing the Europa League (UEL) title to Tottenham for the first time in 17 years.

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