In response to South Korea’s shocking 2-0 semifinal loss to underdogs Jordan, Son Heung-min expressed regret and said he was “devastated” during the Asian Cup.
As South Korea was humiliated 2-0 by underdogs Jordan in the Asian Cup semifinal on Tuesday, Son Heung-min expressed regret and declared himself “devastated”. In their attempt to win the tournament for the first time since 1960, the Koreans could not produce a single shot on goal against a Jordanian team 64 places lower in the world rankings. The Tottenham player Son stated that they were anxious and “did not want to make a mistake” as a team.
Asked beIN Sports, “Very disappointing, devastated about this result,” the 31-year-old captain remarked.
“Jordan is experiencing an incredible experience in this competition. They put up a valiant fight and deserve it.
“For us it was a very disappointing night.”
Having equalized late in the second half, South Korea, who had been on the verge of elimination in the first two knockout rounds, managed to survive.
Yazan Al-Naimat and Mousa Al-Tamari put Jordan ahead in the second half, and Jurgen Klinsmann’s team rarely looked like they could equalize. This time, they were unable to respond.
Jordan made it to the finals for the first time and will play Qatar or Iran for the championship on Saturday.
South Korea has to “learn from these mistakes,” according to Son.
“We have to look forward, there is no time for regret,” he added.
“Now I have to go back to my club and be ready for the rest of the season.”
During the tournament, Son scored three goals: two from the penalty spot and one during extra time from a free kick that helped them defeat Australia in the quarterfinals.
Saying he was “terribly sorry that we didn’t live up to their expectations,” the forward expressed his regret to the Korean fans.
“I will try to get better as a player and also help our national team take the next step,” he said to reporters.
