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Jake Stokes

Why Son Heung-min is wearing a mask during South Korea vs Brazil World Cup last 16 clash

South Korea will take on Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup in Qatar on Monday evening. The Koreans made it through to the knockout stages thanks to a last-0gasp win over Portugal in their final group game to pip Uruguay to qualification on goals scored.

That means Tottenham fans will get to see Son Heung-min vs Richarlison in what is sure to be an entertaining contest in Qatar. But once again, Son, the South Korea captain, will be wearing a mask on his face.

And it is not a new fashion thing, but protection for his face. He is not the only one in action on Monday wearing a mask either, with Croatia's Josko Gvardiol also wearing one in the earlier kick-off for Croatia against Japan.

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