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South Korea calls for sweeping changes after World Cup shock exit and coach’s resignation

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Source: Al Jazeera
South Korea calls for sweeping changes after World Cup shock exit and coach’s resignation
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South Korea were eliminated in the World Cup 2026 group stage after a 1-0 loss to South Africa, sparking fury at home and prompting coach Hong Myung-bo to resign. The backlash targets Korea Football Association leadership, with President Chung Mong-gyu under fire for governance and transparency. Former stars like Park Ji-sung urged change, and captain Son Heung-min’s international future remains uncertain as the team faces a broader call to overhaul.

Topics:sportsworld-greater-sports-greater-football#football#hong-myung-bo#kfa#south-korea#world-cup-2026#world-greater-sports-greater-football
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  1. South Korean president, ex-players, fans demand change after World Cup exit  Al Jazeera
  2. South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo quits after World Cup exit, criticism from president  ESPN
  3. World Cup 2026 exit leaves South Korean football in crisis  BBC
  4. South Korea president calls for government investigation into World Cup exit as head coach resigns  The New York Times
  5. South Korea’s World Cup early exit sparks fury, death threats, restaurant bans  South China Morning Post

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