Why are some World Cup players wearing masks on the field?

If you’re watching the World Cup, you may be wondering why some high-profile players have been wearing masks during games.

DOHA, Qatar — No, there aren’t any costumed vigilantes running around at the World Cup, despite a couple of high-profile players wearing masks covering their faces during the competition. 

Son Heung-Min, the captain of the South Korean team, has been wearing a superhero-like mask throughout the tournament. But the mask isn’t part of some elaborate superhero outfit he’s wearing to inspire fans. It’s actually a protective measure. 

When not leading the South Korean national team, the 30-year-old is a forward for the Tottenham Hotspurs

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