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South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo quits after World Cup exit, criticism from president

Head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on Sunday after South Korea was eliminated during the 2026 World Cup group stage. President Lee Jae Myung criticized the coach as incompetent and called for a government investigation into the exit. The president also demanded a full overhaul of the national team program.

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Hong Myung-bo has officially resigned following a government probe request and presidential criticism.

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  1. South Korea Coach Hong Myung-bo Resigns Following World Cup Exit

    Head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on Sunday after South Korea was eliminated during the 2026 World Cup group stage. President Lee Jae Myung criticized the coach as incompetent and called for a government investigation into the exit. The president also demanded a full overhaul of the national team program.

    What's confirmed:

    • Head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on Sunday.
    • South Korea was eliminated from the World Cup group stage.
    • President Lee Jae Myung called for a government investigation into the team's early exit.
    • South Korea lost 1-0 to South Africa and Mexico.
    • South Korea won 2-1 against the Czechs.
    • The team failed to secure a spot among the eight best third-placed teams.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The World Cup exit reopened old wounds regarding KFA leadership.
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