The article delves into the deep emotional ties fans develop towards football, particularly highlighted through the lens of Son Heung-min's poignant moment accepting a trophy. The author's reflections reveal how personal life experiences—such as parenthood—make the highs and lows of football resonate more profoundly. The piece also touches on powerful scenes of fan reactions, illustrating how moments of joy and sorrow in football encapsulate years of shared hopes and dreams, bringing fans together in unexpected, heartfelt ways.
"I didn’t really cry until Son Heung-min was handed the trophy, the camera hadn't cut to him enough at full time. Of all the players who look sad when they're sad, Sonny really looks sad."
"The emotion of football back home hits a lot harder than it used to. I found myself weeping at the videos of Crystal Palace fans after the FA Cup final."
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