Heung-min Son makes immediate impact and causes wild last-minute scenes at Tottenham
Heung-min Son provided an assist on his return to Tottenham for Brennan Johnson's extra-time winner against Brighton.
the south korean He had been on international duty at the Asian Cup, before his country was eliminated in the semi-finals during the week.
Son made a quick return to Spurs ahead of their crucial clash against Brighton and proved his worth as a late substitute in the dying moments of a 2-1 comeback.
Ange Postecoglou's men broke down the left after the Seagulls missed a glorious opportunity to score the winning goal themselves.
The ball was played to Son and he sent a fizzing low cross towards the far post, with Johnson scoring to seal the three points.
It sparked wild scenes at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Spurs overtook Aston Villa into the top four.
Brighton took the lead that afternoon when Pascal Gross scored from a penalty after a foul on Danny Welbeck.
They held on until the break, but Pape Matar Sarr equalized for the hosts by turning in from close range after his initial pass over the area was deflected.
As the minutes ticked by, it looked like both teams would hold on to a point as they both aimed for European qualification.
However, it was Spurs who emerged victorious at the final whistle as Son and Johnson combined for the final goal.
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Son's assist was his sixth of the season in the Premier League, adding to the 12 goals he has scored himself.
League action is all Spurs have left to play this season with no European football and early exits in the FA Cup and League Cup.
Saturday's victory has increased their chances of finishing in the top four, although a draw for Villa against Manchester United on Sunday would see them overtake Postecoglou's team.
However, Son's return will offer Spurs great hope of a return to the Champions League next season.
