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Heung-min Son scores twice as MLS defeats Liga MX in high‑scoring friendly

In a fast‑paced exhibition in Mexico, Major League Soccer side overcame Liga MX opponents 4–2. South Korean forward Heung‑min Son, assisted by Carles Gil, equalised in the 19th minute and netted again four minutes later, giving MLS the lead. Luis Gabriel Rey opened the scoring for Liga MX in the ninth minute, but Philip Zinckernagel added a second‑half goal for MLS. Salomón Rondón and José Paradela later extended the Liga MX tally, while MLS keeper Maxime Crépeau faced a homophobic chant in injury time. The match highlighted Son’s impact and the competitive balance between the North American leagues.

Entities: Carles Gil · Heung‑min Son · Liga MX · MLS · Mexico