Los Angeles Dodgers Give Warm Welcome to Son Heung-min, Even Sending a Cheer in Korean
The Dodgers post a special greeting for Son Heung-min’s arrival at LAFC, showcasing Korean hospitality Multiple LA sports teams, including Clippers and Chargers, greet Son Heung-min as he begins his Major League Soccer journey
The Los Angeles Dodgers, widely regarded as one of Major League Baseball’s most prestigious organizations, have officially welcomed South Korean football star Son Heung-min to the city. Son recently joined Major League Soccer side LAFC, a move that has captured the enthusiastic attention of both fans and fellow professional teams.
On August 7 (Korea Standard Time), Son Heung-min attended his introductory press conference at LAFC’s home ground, BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California. Following the official ceremony, he moved field-side for interviews and photo sessions, marking a busy schedule for his first day at the club.
The Dodgers took to their official social media accounts that same day, posting a message that read, “Welcome to LA,” while tagging Son Heung-min’s account and even adding “Fighting!” in Korean to emphasize their warm support.
The Dodgers have a long-standing connection to the Korean community, having previously signed players such as Park Chan-ho, Ryu Hyun-jin, and most recently, Kim Hye-seong. This tradition of embracing Korean talent has endeared the team to fans from Korea and Korean-Americans alike.
Other major sporting franchises across Los Angeles also welcomed the Premier League star. The Los Angeles Clippers of the NBA commented, “Let’s go! Welcome to LA,” on LAFC’s announcement post. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles Chargers of the NFL chimed in with a comment in Korean, “Welcome, Sonny!” The Los Angeles Rams, another NFL team, also expressed, “Welcome to LA,” in English, celebrating Son’s high-profile move to American soccer.
The flurry of greetings highlighted Son Heung-min’s international stature and the excitement his presence brings to the US sports scene, especially among the Korean diaspora. It was a day that truly reflected Son Heung-min’s worldwide influence.
Note “This article was translated from the original Korean version using AI assistance, and subsequently edited by a native-speaking journalist.”
Photo=Son Heung-min @ LAFC Promotional Team