Tottenham Introduce Custom Mouthguards After Son Injury

Tottenham Hotspur have introduced mandatory custom mouthguards for all players following a significant facial injury sustained by captain Son Heung-min earlier this month. Club medical staff revealed that the decision is part of a broader, proactive effort to reduce dental and facial trauma, particularly during aerial challenges and high-speed collisions on the pitch. The mouthguards have been individually fitted for each player and will be trialed across first-team training sessions and competitive matches starting in early 2026. Spurs also plan to extend this safety initiative to their academy players to instill good habits from a young age. Medical experts within the club emphasized that dental injuries are often underestimated in football but can have long-term health consequences for athletes. Tottenham’s move places them among a growing number of professional clubs adopting preventative dental measures as awareness of player welfare continues to evolve globally. The players have reportedly been supportive of the change, recognizing the importance of protecting themselves against preventable injuries during the physical demands of the Premier League.