Son Heung-Min's brace leads MLS to All-Star win over Liga MX

Son Heung-Min recognised that he was surrounded by some of the best players in Major League Soccer ‌on Wednesday night.

He still managed to stand out.

The Los Angeles FC forward scored back-to-back goals in the first half as the MLS All-Stars defeated the Liga MX ‌All-Stars 4-3.

"With the amazing players, great players around me, I think it makes the job really easy," Son said. "I did really enjoy it. To score two goals (makes) the night ​special."

Son, who was in his first All-Star Game, scored his goals in the 20th and 23rd minutes. He was selected the match's Most Valuable Player.

"A great game, an MVP always makes it special," he said. "Thank you to the fans for making this an amazing atmosphere."

Philip Zinckernagel and Evander also scored for the MLS ​team, which was coached by Charlotte FC's Dean Smith. Carles Gil notched two assists.

Luis Gabriel Rey, Salomon Rondon and Jose Paradela scored for the Liga MX All- Stars, who ⁠represented Mexico's top professional league. Paradela's goal came in second-half stoppage time, leaving some suspense.

Maxime Crepeau of Orlando City made ‌six ‌saves ​for the MLS All-Stars -- the highest total recorded by any of the match's five goalkeepers.

The MLS side has won four of five All-Star matchups against Liga MX since 2021.

While the showcase involved standouts from ⁠both leagues, the match was devoid of some star power ​as several players backed out in the aftermath of the ​World Cup that ended earlier this month.

Son said a couple of days around the other All-Stars was rewarding even prior to his performance in ‌the showcase. He didn't want to single out any ​of his temporary teammates for fear of overlooking someone.

"I did enjoy (my time) with everybody," Son said. "I'm glad