South Korea's football team is in crisis after exiting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The BBC has criticized the team's reality, suggesting that they need to benchmark Japan's systematic approach.

What's the problem?

The problem with South Korea's football is not just the disappointing result in Mexico. Criticism is mounting towards the football association's leadership, including Chairman Jung Mong-gyu.

Why was Japan successful?

Japan has become the strongest team in Asia with a systematic approach. Japan, which used to look up to Korea, has now formed a team of all European players and has won against England at Wembley, leaving Korea far behind.

What needs to be done?

Now that the team is in crisis with both the leader and the commander empty, it's the perfect time for South Korea's football to abandon its pride and benchmark Japan's long-term model to improve its constitution. | Date | Match Result | | --- | --- | | 2025-11-18 | South Korea 1-0 Ghana | | Current Standing | 3rd, 3 points, 1W-0D-2L |