One user said: “Son tanking the Asian Cup to Qatar to get back to Tottenham.”
Another chipped in with: “Sonny is coming home.”
A third Twitter user said: “South Korea out, get that man Son on a plane now!”
“So South Korea proudly lost so that Son can return to Tottenham. Useless team,” added another.
Tottenham star Son Heung-Min exited the Asian Cup with South Korea (Image: GETTY)
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“Son Heung-min is back!” were the thoughts of one supporter.
And another said: “And... Korea is out. Just sloppy play up front. We had our chances; Qatar took advantage of theirs. Only positive here is that Son will return to Tottenham a bit ealier than expected. Otherwise a shockingly disappointing way to end Korea’s Asian Cup hopes. Bye bye Coach Bento.”
Meanwhile, speaking before the game, Son admitted to battling fatigue.
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Tottenham star Son Heung-Min toiled for South Korea against Qatar (Image: GETTY)
Son Heung-min reflects on his goal during Leicester clash
“If you think you’re tired, you get tired.
“After the game I feel tired of course, but still I try to recover as quickly as possible and play again.
“In three days I can recover.
“It’s the same when I’m playing with Tottenham as well. I have to recover as quick as possible and look forward to play.”