Son Heung-min FC 28 Review — Best LW in the Game?

Card Overview

In-Game Performance

Strengths

• 5★ weak foot: THE defining trait. Both feet are equally deadly — finesse or power shot from either side
• Pace (86): Fast enough to run in behind and stretch defenses
• Shooting (87): Clinical finisher with both feet. Power shots, finesses, low-drivens all work
• Versatility: Effective at LW, ST, RW, and even CAM
• PL links: Easy to link with any Premier League squad
• Height (6'0"): Good balance of pace and aerial presence

Weaknesses

• Physical (72): Gets pushed off the ball by strong CBs
• 4★ skill moves: No elastico or advanced skills — limits dribbling ceiling
• Not elite pace: 86 pace is good but not top-tier — won't outrun 95+ pace CBs

Best Chemistry Styles

Our pick: Hunter. Maximizes what Son does best — blistering runs and clinical finishing. Makes him a 96+ pace, 97 shooting monster.

Best Positions

• ST (4-4-2): Elite striker with Hunter — 5★ WF means he scores from anywhere
• LW (4-3-3): Natural position — cuts inside on his right to finish
• LAM (4-2-3-1): Great drifting inward to create and finish
• Super sub: Bring on at 60 min as a fresh attacker — devastating against tired defenses

Final Verdict

Best Squads and Formations for Son

Son performs best in formations that allow him to drift inside from the left wing or play as a central striker. In a 4-2-3-1, place him at left attacking midfielder with the cut inside and get in behind instructions. His explosive acceleration combined with the five-star weak foot means he can receive the ball on either side and shoot without needing to adjust his body position. This makes him unpredictable for defenders who normally force left-footed wingers onto their weaker right side.

In a 4-4-2, Son excels as the more attacking striker paired with a target man like Haaland or Isak. Set him to get in behind and stay forward while the other striker drops deep to link play. Son's 88 acceleration means he wins most foot races against high-rated center-backs, and once he is through on goal the five-star weak foot ensures he finishes from any angle. The Premier League offers perfect chemistry links with partners like Salah, Bruno Fernandes, and Saka to build a competitive squad around him.

For budget squad builders, pairing Son with other Korean or Asian players can unlock unique chemistry paths. Players like Kim Min-jae at center-back and Lee Kang-in in midfield provide nation links that free up your remaining squad slots for whatever league or nation you prefer. This approach lets you build a hybrid squad without sacrificing chemistry while keeping costs manageable since Korean players outside of Son are generally affordable on the transfer market.

How Son Compares to Similar Attackers

Against Rashford, Son wins on finishing and weak foot but loses on dribbling agility. Rashford feels smoother on the ball in tight spaces thanks to his body type and better balance stats, but Son converts chances at a noticeably higher rate due to the five-star weak foot advantage. If you create a lot of one-on-one opportunities through counter-attacks, Son is the better choice. If you need a dribbler who can beat defenders in small spaces before shooting, Rashford edges ahead.

Compared to Luis Diaz, Son offers significantly better shooting but slightly worse pace and dribbling. Diaz is a pure speedster who excels at running behind defenses and delivering crosses, while Son is more of a complete attacker who creates and finishes his own chances. The price difference between the two makes this comparison relevant because Diaz costs roughly one-third of Son's price, making him the better option for players on a strict budget who prioritize pace above all else.

The biggest upgrade path from Son leads to his Team of the Year or Team of the Season card, both of which boost his dribbling and physical stats to elite levels. If you enjoy base Son's playstyle, saving for his special versions is worthwhile because they address his only real weaknesses — agility and physical presence. Until you can afford those upgrades, the base gold card remains one of the most efficient attackers you can buy in the Premier League, offering top-tier finishing at a fraction of the cost of comparable alternatives like Salah or Sterling.