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South Korea beat Japan 2-1 in an extra time thriller this Saturday meaning the entire team will not need to spend nearly two years in the military.

“Congratulations, Sonny” the official Tottenham Hotspur Twitter account wrote after the stunning victory.

“YESSSSS! HE HAS DONE IT! CHAMPION, WINNER, @asiangames2018 GOLD MEDALIST!” the account added.

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“Congrats SONNY” replied one fan, adding: “You are the best player… You deserve a gold medal”.

“Yay! I am also happy to see Sonny does not need to serve military and be able to continue his football career in his prime!” said another.

“Sonny is free!!!!! He's finally free!!! I am so happy for him and Tottenham!” replied one more.

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After a goalless 90 minutes, three goals were scored in extra time.

South Korea opened the scoring, before netting another goal.

But Japan closed the gap with one of their own.

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South Korea is still technically at war with its neighbour North Korea and all male citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 have been required to perform 21 months of compulsory military service since 1957.

However exemptions are made to athletes who win gold at the Asian Games or any medal at the Olympics.

Son committed his future to Spurs before the this summer's World Cup in Russia by signing a five-year deal to remain at the north London club.