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South Korea coach quits after early World Cup exit prompts fierce criticism from president

Head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on Sunday following South Korea's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. President Lee Jae Myung criticized the performance and called for a government investigation into the exit. The team failed to advance to the last 32 after missing a spot among the eight best third-placed teams.

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Coach Hong Myung-bo has resigned following a call for a government probe by President Lee Jae Myung.

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

    Head coach Hong Myung-bo resigned on Sunday following South Korea's elimination from the 2026 World Cup. President Lee Jae Myung criticized the performance and called for a government investigation into the exit. The team failed to advance to the last 32 after missing a spot among the eight best third-placed teams.

    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 exit.
    • South Korea failed to secure a spot among the eight best third-placed teams to reach the last 32.
    • The team recorded a 2-1 win over the Czechs and 1-0 losses to South Africa and Mexico.
    • Hong Myung-bo and nine of the 26 squad players returned to Incheon International Airport under heavy security.
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