Antonio Conte confident Son Heung Min will recover in time for World Cup.

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Spurs boss Antonio Conte is confident South Korean striker Son Heung Min will be able to recover in time for the World Cup in Qatar.

         The South Korean star sustained a fracture in his left eye socket in the Champions League win over Marseille. Initially fearing he would recover in time for the World Cup to begin in less than a month ahead or not. 

         After Sunday’s defeat to Liverpool, Conte said of the striker: “With Sonny, I texted him after the operation.” UFABET

         “He missed us tonight. I’m sure he can come back soon and play in the World Cup. He is no longer in the hospital now. He’s back at home.”

        Son Heung Min South Korea are in Group H along with Portugal, Ghana and Uruguay with their opening game against Uruguay on November 24.

Until recently, Conte spoke to the player’s condition, believing that Son will be able to play in this World Cup. “Send him a message after surgery. And he was really disappointed. For this situation, but I hope he recovers and plays in the World Cup.”

“I used to be a player. and know the importance of playing in the World Cup and i am sure He can come back quickly and play in the World Cup for South Korea.”