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Son Heung-min Dislocates Finger in Team Dispute Over Ping Pong

The incident occurred ahead of South Korea's Asian Cup semi-final defeat by Jordan, sparking concerns over team unity.

  • Son Heung-min dislocated his finger during a disagreement with younger teammates over a ping pong game before South Korea's Asian Cup semi-final.
  • The altercation began after younger players left dinner early to play ping pong, leading to a dispute with older players, including Son.
  • Lee Kang-in, involved in the incident, issued an apology on social media, acknowledging his role in the disagreement.
  • Despite the injury, Son played in the semi-final with his fingers strapped and later assisted in Tottenham's win over Brighton.
  • The incident has raised questions about team dynamics and leadership within the South Korean squad.
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