Son Heung-min’s blackmail ordeal shows how brutally extortion can collide with modern football fame: a false pregnancy claim, hundreds of thousands of dollars at stake, and a court that ultimately sent the main culprit to prison for four years. For fans, it is a disturbing reminder that the legal system can protect players from exploitation, but it often only steps in after deep emotional and reputational damage has already been done. The Night Son’s Private Life Became a Legal Case In mid-2025, South Korean police confirmed that Son Heung-min had filed a formal criminal complaint in Seoul, alleging he was the victim of a blackmail plot built around a fabricated pregnancy claim. A woman in her twenties and a man in his forties were detained on suspicion of extortion and attempted extortion after allegedly threatening to spread false information unless they received a large sum of money. The turning point came when Son decided not to negotiate further but to report the scheme, forcing...
Positive developments have been seen in Indian football's growth in recent years. The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has put in place a number of projects and program s to advance the game's infrastructure throughout the nation. The I-League and Indian Super League (ISL) have grown in popularity and helped Indian professional football develop. The performance of the national team has also improved in various ways. Although it changes over time, India's FIFA ranking reached its highest point in recent years (around the 100th spot). Additionally, the development of a professional women's league (Indian Women's League) and the success of the Indian women's football team are positive steps for the expansion of women's football in the nation. Additionally, the growth of grassroots football, financial support for youth development, and the establishment of football academies have all contributed to the discovery and development of young talent in India. In ...