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South Korean Soccer Star Son Heung-min Welcomes Back Teammate After Chinese Detainment

SEOUL, Mar. 28 (Korea Bizwire) – In a heartwarming moment caught on camera, South Korean soccer captain Son Heung-min rushed toward the “Inside Cam” of the Korea Football Association’s YouTube channel after scoring during Sunday’s World Cup qualifying match against Thailand in Bangkok. With a beaming smile, Son exclaimed “Welcome back Jun-ho!” – a celebratory tribute [...]

S. Korean Football Player Returns Home after 10-month Detention in China

SEOUL, Mar. 25 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean football player Son Jun-ho returned home Monday after being detained in China for around 10 months, authorities here said. Son, a national team veteran who plays for Shandong Taishan in the Chinese Super League, had been held in Liaoning province since last May on alleged bribery charges. The Korea [...]