With the kick-off to the global showpiece fast approaching, the-AFC.com shines the spotlight on one key player from each of the six Asian teams who have qualified for Qatar 2022.
Son Heung-min (Korea Republic)
Age: 30
Position: Forward
Caps: 104
Goals: 33
Club: Tottenham Hotspur (ENG)
The talisman of the Korea Republic team, Son Heung-min will carry a huge burden on his shoulders in his third FIFA World Cup appearance.
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