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The South Korea national football team is currently ranked 3rd in the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 3 points. The recent resignation of coach Hong Myung-bo and chairman Chung Mong-gyu has led to calls for reform within the association.
What is the problem?
The Korea Football Association has recently faced several controversies and criticisms. Chung Mong-gyu, the chairman, resigned from his position on June 29, after 13 years in office.
Why is this important?
The popularity of the South Korea national football team has been declining, and Chung Mong-gyu, who had been re-elected four times, announced his resignation as chairman on June 29. Coach Hong Myung-bo also stepped down, making it a rare occasion where both the chairman and the coach resigned at the same time.
What's next?
The Asian Cup, which determines the best team in Asia, is approaching in six months, and the appointment of the next coach is also a pressing issue. Considering the chairman election and the association's audit, the next A-match may be played with an interim coach.
| Date | Match Result |
|---|---|
| 2025-11-18 | South Korea 1-0 Ghana |
Current situation
The South Korea national football team is currently ranked 3rd in the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 3 points. League standing: 3rd, 3 points, 1 win 0 draw 2 loss, recent form LLW. Goals: 2 scored, 3 conceded (-1 goal difference). Title race: 6 points behind leaders Mexico.
