Son Heung-min’s arrival at LAFC proved to be a triumph. While he did not find the net, he delivered a crucial assist in the team’s draw. His debut performance drew comparisons to Lionel Messi’s first match with Inter Miami.

According to LAFC President John Thorrington, the South Korea international’s new No. 7 kit is the most popular jersey in the world right now, with current sales surpassing the likes of Inter Miami ’s Lionel Messi, Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo, NBA star Lebron James and others.

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Messi played every minute in 22 of 23 matches since April 2, logging more than 2,000 minutes during the span. His last game off was April 27. He recently set an MLS record scoring two goals in five straight matches, and six of his last seven in the regular season.