Son Heung-min debuts 'new celebration,' performs 'golf swing' gesture immediately after scoring in three consecutive matches

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After breaking his long goal drought with three consecutive goals, Son Heung-min (34, LAFC) has completely turned the tide for his team and is now showcasing new goal celebrations one after another. This time, he received applause from fans with a golf swing celebration.

On the 26th (Korean time), Son Heung-min started in the 2026 MLS Round 18 home match against Sporting Kansas City at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, USA, scoring the decisive goal that led his team to a 4-0 victory. This marks his third consecutive goal following matches against LA Galaxy on the 18th and Real Salt Lake on the 23rd.

Son Heung-min's goal came within just five minutes of the first half. In a counterattack, he penetrated the space behind the defense, and after a teammate's pass deflected off a defender toward him, he pushed past the defender who used his hands to block him and finished with a right-footed shot. With this goal, LAFC took an early advantage and went on to score three more goals for a 4-0 victory. Son Heung-min was substituted in the 40th minute of the second half and left the match.

The new celebration also captured fans' attention. In addition to his signature "click" celebration, he performed an energetic dance celebration with his teammates. He then showcased a golf swing motion. Pointing first toward one section of the stands with his hand, he swung as if hitting a ball, then returned to his team's side with a bright smile. According to videos of the goal celebration released via social media (SNS), Son Heung-min appeared to be pointing toward individuals believed to be his family or close acquaintances.

Earlier, during the LA Galaxy match, Son Heung-min also performed a "shush" celebration, bringing his index finger to his lips immediately after scoring his first goal of the season late in the campaign. This could be interpreted as a response to various criticisms directed at him. Furthermore, this time he introduced yet another new celebration, providing fans with enjoyable entertainment.

Son Heung-min is not only performing his signature "click" celebration but also engaging in various celebrations with his teammates. Shortly after joining LAFC, he quickly created a joint celebration with his attacking partner Denis Bouanga. Son Heung-min and Bouanga synchronize their movements by running toward each other and jumping high to perform a "Haifa Eve" gesture. As briefly shown on this day, they often perform energetic dance celebrations together with teammates.

With three consecutive goals including the decisive goal, LAFC continued its unstoppable four-game winning streak following today's victory over Kansas City. The Associated Press noted, "Son Heung-min has scored in three consecutive matches since the World Cup break," adding, "He led the league in assists during the first 13 matches of this season but failed to score a single goal. However, he appears completely revitalized after shedding the burden of the World Cup."

Son Heung-min will participate in the MLS All-Star Game Skill Challenge on the 29th at 8:30 a.m., and the following day at 9 a.m., he will also take part in the matchup between the MLS All-Stars and Liga MX All-Stars. Lionel Messi (Inter Miami) is resting due to the aftermath of the North American World Cup, so his participation alongside Son Heung-min has been canceled.

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