Son Heung-min of Los Angeles Football Club (LA FC) is set to start against the Colorado Rapids, eyeing his first goal in five matches as Major League Soccer (MLS) action continues.
The match kicks off on Thursday at 10:30 a.m. (Korean time) at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park in Commerce City, Colorado.
While LA FC holds a strong position in the Western Conference, recent setbacks, including their Leagues Cup elimination and a loss to San Diego, have put a dent in their momentum.
Facing a crucial turning point against Colorado, LA FC has opted to field their star-studded lineup despite the physical toll of a congested schedule.
Son Heung-min will spearhead the attack as the starting striker. After a four-game goalless streak spanning the Leagues Cup and their last league fixture against San Diego, Son is hungry to find the back of the net against Colorado.
The South Korean star carries positive memories into this match, having scored against Colorado in last season’s finale.
Joining Son in the offensive trident are Denis Bouanga and Tyler Boyd, with Timothy Tillman, Marco Delgado, and Eddy Segura anchoring the midfield. The backline will be marshaled by Ryan Hollingshead and Nkosi Tafari, while Hugo Lloris takes his place between the posts.