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Tottenham striker Heung-min Son on 100 Prem goals: I hope Asian players inspired

Tottenham striker Heung-min Son was delighted to score his 100th Premier League goal in victory over Brighton.

Son hopes the landmark can inspire more Asian players to aspire to the Premier League.

He said, "This was something that I dreamed for. It is an amazing achievement which I wouldn't have had without my team-mates.

"Scoring 100 goals in the Premier League is a massive thing. I was really emotional because I have had tough moments in the last few weeks. My grandad passed away and it was not easy. I want to send that goal to him.

"I hope all the Asian players - especially in South Korea - look at this achievement and believe they can do it as well. It's a good thing for Asia and I take a big responsibility to be a good example to help the young guys. I want them to believe an Asian player can do amazing things in the Premier League.

"Sometimes you always expect an amazing season and it will be the same [as last year] but there can be more pressure. I'm the most frustrated guy and player but I see where I can improve. I am frustrated but I'm not the perfect player so I need to look at my weaknesses. The fans are supporting me and I need to take a big responsibility to do well for the rest of the season."

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