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South Korea's Son dismisses retirement talk
South Korea's Son dismisses retirement talk GUADALAJARA, Mexico, June 10 : South Koreacaptain Son Heung-min dismissed speculation on Wednesday that this will be his last World Cup as the 33-year-old looks to shake off a recent scoring slump heading into their first match against the Czech Republic. After years of carrying the national team, Son remains a guaranteed starter for coach Hong Myung-bo in Korea's Group A opener against the Czech Republic on Thursday. "I have never said with words...
South Korea's Son scores brace in 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago
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Goals dry up for South Korea's favourite Son ahead of World Cup
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Czech coach brushes off pressure of 20-year World Cup absence
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Ageing but still hungry: The legendary World Cup stars to watch
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South Korea vs Czechia: World Cup group match – teams, start and lineups
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