Son, who scored more than 170 goals across all competitions with Tottenham Hotspur, was acquired by LAFC for an MLS-record USD 26.5 million transfer fee.

As league action resumes this weekend, the Fire (10-9-5, 35 points) host the first of three straight away days for LAFC (10-6-6, 36 points). New England and Dallas follow, as eight of LAFC’s 12 remaining regular season games take place on the road.

South Korean forward Son Heung-min officially signed with Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) on a permanent transfer on Wednesday. Son was welcomed by chants from the club’s passionate fanbase as he walked onto the stage for his unveiling.