Son Heung-min Smashes Messi's MLS Jersey Sales Record

Son Heung-min surpassed Lionel Messi 's record at Inter Miami in a short time with LAFC .

The South Korean left the Argentine behind in Major League Soccer ( MLS ) in his first few weeks in U.S. soccer.

What record of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami did Son Heung-min surpass with LAFC?

According to John Tarrington, vice president of LAFC, " This is now the second week in a row that we're not just talking about the best-selling soccer jersey in MLS. It's the best-selling jersey of any sport in the world right now ."

According to Front Office Sports , Lionel Messi set the MLS record in 2024 by selling 500,000 Inter Miami jerseys in his first month.

What is the sales projection for Son Heung-min shirts?

Son Heung-min is on track to sell almost 1.5 million jerseys in his first month with LAFC in MLS .

Son Heung-min's effect on Los Angeles

The " Son effect" in Los Angeles has also had a big impact off the field. The city is home to the largest Korean community outside of South Korea , with approximately 300,000 residents, and the demand to see the former Tottenham striker has caused ticket prices to skyrocket

According to The Korea Times , the price of attending LAFC matches has increased from $300 to $1,500 since his signing.

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