At the start of this season, he wasn't at his best, and you could see on his face that he wasn't happy, but he's someone who never gives up," he said.

After the Olympics I was very upset. I was really down, because I played for my country and I wanted to get some medals for my country," Son later said. It happened. Son played, he scored in an 8-0 rout of Fiji, and again against Germany in a 3-3 draw as South Korea topped Group C, also defeating Mexico by a single goal.That could perhaps explain why there have been times in the past when Son has shone brightly for Spurs but looked less happy when wearing the red, or whatever shade of the colour Nike insists on manufacturing, of the 2002 World Cup semi-finalists. The burden of expectations of an entire nation can be heavy and the 30 year-old often tries to do too much himself.

In their sixth season together the relationship has become almost telepathic, and Son has benefitted from Kane's new role in the team.I think it's not about me, it's all about Harry... He's been incredible, look at what he's doing for the team. Kane has traditionally taken more of the plaudits as a homegrown hero and the England captain. Always highly valued by his team-mates and managers, Son was occasionally underappreciated by a wider audience, but his exploits last season forced everyone to take notice. A brace on the final day ensured he shared the Golden Boot with Liverpool's Mohamed Salah. This national hero can be seen signing autographs and having a few words with these football pilgrims who have come such a long way to see him play. He's always the first to arrive at the training ground. He's very focused on his job. He goes to the gym and does his own stuff before meeting up with all the squad," said the France midfielder.