S. Korea win sets up blockbuster clash, as Uzbeks plot 'surprise'
10 months, 3 weeks ago

S. Korea win sets up blockbuster clash, as Uzbeks plot 'surprise'

China Daily  

South Korea's Hwang Hee-chan celebrates with goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo after scoring the winning penalty in the Asian Cup round-of-16 match against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. AP DOHA — Son Heung-min's South Korea came back from the dead to beat Saudi Arabia 4-2 on penalties on Tuesday and join dark horse Uzbekistan in the Asian Cup quarterfinals. After a nail-biting game ended 1-1, Hwang Hee-chan scored the decisive penalty for Jurgen Klinsmann's side, which is aiming to end a 64-year Asian Cup title drought. "I think this win gives the team an enormous amount of energy," said Klinsmann, who faced fierce criticism in South Korea following draws with Jordan and Malaysia in the group stage.

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Son Heung-min credits Tottenham for recovery support after scoring 50th goal for South Korea
1 month, 1 week ago

Son Heung-min credits Tottenham for recovery support after scoring 50th goal for South Korea

The Hindu  

Son Heung-min thanked Tottenham for nursing him back to health and said he felt “100 percent” fit after scoring his 50th international goal for South Korea. Son also missed games for his country but he started and scored in South Korea’s 3-1 away win over Kuwait in World Cup qualifying on Thursday. Son’s first-half penalty took him to a half-century …

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Son scores as South Korea beats Kuwait 3-1; Ten-man Iran pips North Korea 3-1
1 month, 1 week ago

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Son scores as South Korea beats Kuwait 3-1; Ten-man Iran pips North Korea 3-1

The Hindu  

Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to put South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday as Australia and Saudi Arabia cancelled each other out. Victory left South Korea comfortably top of Group B with four wins and a draw after five matches and on course for the 2026 World Cup in North …

Harmanpreet Singh scores brace as India thump Korea 4-1 to set up ACT final against China
3 months, 1 week ago

Harmanpreet Singh scores brace as India thump Korea 4-1 to set up ACT final against China

Hindustan Times  

Skipper Harmanpreet Singh's sublime form resulted in twin strikes as defending champions India entered the final of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy with a clinical 4-1 win against South Korea in the semi-final here on Monday. India scored through Uttam Singh, skipper Harmanpreet Singh and Jarmanpreet Singh, while Korea's lone goal came from through Yang Jihun 's penalty corner conversion. …

Asian Champions Trophy: India beats South Korea 4-1 to enter final
3 months, 1 week ago

Asian Champions Trophy: India beats South Korea 4-1 to enter final

The Hindu  

Skipper Harmanpreet Singh’s sublime form resulted in twin strikes as defending champions India entered the final of the Asian Champions Trophy with a clinical 4-1 win against South Korea in the semifinal in Hulunbuir on Monday. India scored through Uttam Singh, skipper Harmanpreet Singh and Jarmanpreet Singh, while Korea’s lone goal came from through Yang Jihun ‘s penalty corner conversion. …

ACT hockey: Dominant India face Korea in semis
3 months, 1 week ago

ACT hockey: Dominant India face Korea in semis

Hindustan Times  

For the last couple of years, the Indian men’s hockey team has been the dominant outfit in Asia. After winning the Asian Champions Trophy undefeated in Chennai last year, skipper Harmanpreet Singh and Co ran through the field to claim gold at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, thereby earning a deserved ticket to the Olympics. The world No.5 side resumed …

Asian Champions Trophy semifinal: In-form India clear favourites against Korea
3 months, 1 week ago

Asian Champions Trophy semifinal: In-form India clear favourites against Korea

The Hindu  

Maintaining a clean slate, favourites India will fancy their chances when they take on a below-par but unpredictable Korea in the semifinals of the Asian Champions Trophy hockey tournament in Hulunbuir on Monday. Paris Olympics bronze medallist India have been in rollicking form in the tournament so far, registering five wins out of five league matches. Scoring field goals was …

Australia stunned by Bahrain in World Cup qualifying as Palestinians draw with South Korea
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Australia stunned by Bahrain in World Cup qualifying as Palestinians draw with South Korea

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — Australia fell to a shock 1-0 loss to Bahrain at home in the opening game of the third round of Asian World Cup qualifying on Thursday. South Korea last missed out on the World Cup in 1982 and got off to a poor start in Group B due to the Palestinians. South Korea missed chance after …

South Korea tops host nation France to win 3rd straight men’s team archery gold
4 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korea tops host nation France to win 3rd straight men’s team archery gold

Associated Press  

PARIS — A fired-up home crowd couldn’t push France past the South Korean juggernaut in the Paris Olympics men’s team archery final. Even after things clearly were going South Korea’s way in the third set, the French fans remained engaged. “While we were facing the French team, there was a lot of cheers from the audience,” South Korea’s Kim Woo-jin …

China coach calls for unity ahead of South Korea World Cup qualifier
6 months, 2 weeks ago

China coach calls for unity ahead of South Korea World Cup qualifier

China Daily  

Head coach of China Branko Ivankovic looks on in a training session in Seoul, South Korea, June 10, 2024, one day ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match between China and South Korea. BEIJING -- China national team head coach Branko Ivankovic called for unity against South Korea against their FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier in Seoul …

China coach calls for unity ahead of South Korea World Cup qualifier
6 months, 2 weeks ago

China coach calls for unity ahead of South Korea World Cup qualifier

China Daily  

Head coach of China Branko Ivankovic looks on in a training session in Seoul, South Korea, June 10, 2024, one day ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match between China and South Korea. BEIJING -- China national team head coach Branko Ivankovic called for unity against South Korea against their FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifier in Seoul …

Son tells South Korean football bosses not to rush coach search
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Son tells South Korean football bosses not to rush coach search

New Indian Express  

SINGAPORE: Son Heung-min told South Korean football chiefs not to rush their search for a permanent coach as Jurgen Klinsmann lashed out over his sacking in February. Tottenham star Son scored twice as South Korea booked their place in the final round of World Cup qualifying on Thursday with a 7-0 thrashing away at Singapore. Under-23 coach Hwang Sun-hong was …

Failed South Korea hunt for Klinsmann successor unmasks deeper issues
7 months ago

Failed South Korea hunt for Klinsmann successor unmasks deeper issues

New Indian Express  

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: South Korea began 2024 vowing to win the Asian Cup but they have endured a year of turmoil and are still without a coach three months after the sacking of Jurgen Klinsmann. Led by skipper and Spurs ace Son Heung-min, South Korea are on course to reach the next stage of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. …

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification
8 months ago

Under-23 Asian Cup moves into quarterfinals. Indonesia eyes its first Olympic qualification

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Indonesia heads into its quarterfinal match against South Korea at the Under-23 Asian Cup with a chance to move a step closer to its first-ever Olympic appearance. We want to be in the semifinals,” said Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong, who was in charge of South Korea at the 2018 World Cup and will now try to prevent …

Son reveals considering retirement from international football after Asian with South Korea
9 months ago

Son reveals considering retirement from international football after Asian with South Korea

The Hindu  

Son Heung-min says he considered quitting international football following a turbulent Asian Cup with South Korea but decided to continue for the fans. “Playing for the national team is a promise between myself and the fans,” Son told reporters following Thursday’s disappointing 1-1 home draw with Thailand in a World Cup qualifier. READ | Son Heung-Min scores but Thailand holds …

Klinsmann fate as coach in balance as South Korean FA meets
10 months, 1 week ago

Klinsmann fate as coach in balance as South Korean FA meets

New Indian Express  

SEOUL: Jurgen Klinsmann's fate as coach topped the agenda as South Korean football bosses met Thursday, a day after revelations about an Asian Cup bust-up between players that left Son Heung-min with an injured finger. Yonhap news agency reported, citing unnamed sources, that the KFA would consider a temporary appointment for next month's World Cup qualifiers against Thailand if Klinsmann …

Korean Media Slams Jurgen Klinsmann After 'Shameful' Asian Cup Semi-final Defeat
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Korean Media Slams Jurgen Klinsmann After 'Shameful' Asian Cup Semi-final Defeat

News 18  

Jurgen Klinsmann’s position as South Korea coach came under intense pressure on Wednesday after what local media called a “shameful” and “humiliating” Asian Cup semi-final defeat to Jordan. The German Klinsmann, who came into the tournament vowing to win South Korea’s first Asian Cup in 64 years, said after the deserved defeat on Tuesday that he would not quit. South …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Jordan overpower subdued South Korea to reach first final
10 months, 2 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Jordan overpower subdued South Korea to reach first final

Firstpost  

Jordan overpowered South Korea and a “devastated” Son Heung-min 2-0 on Tuesday to reach their first Asian Cup final and a showdown with Iran or hosts and holders Qatar. South Korea failed to have a shot on target and their talisman Son apologised afterwards as his country’s wait for a first Asian Cup since 1960 goes on. pic.twitter.com/o5mZnmq8Vn — CBS …

Jordan stun South Korea to reach Asian Cup final for first time
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jordan stun South Korea to reach Asian Cup final for first time

Hindustan Times  

Jordan overpowered South Korea and a "devastated" Son Heung-min 2-0 on Tuesday to reach their first Asian Cup final and a showdown with Iran or hosts and holders Qatar. South Korea failed to have a shot on target and their talisman Son apologised afterwards as his country's wait for a first Asian Cup since 1960 goes on. Jordan deservedly went …

Jordan reaches first Asian Cup final after stunning South Korea 2-0
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Jordan reaches first Asian Cup final after stunning South Korea 2-0

Associated Press  

AL-RAYYAN, Qatar — Up against one of the pre-tournament favorites, Jordan reached the final of the Asian Cup for the first time after stunning South Korea 2-0 on Tuesday. “I believe the main thing I told my players was not to respect the South Korean team more than you should,” Jordan coach Hussein Ammouta said afterward. We didn’t get to …

South Korea goalkeeper makes save with his face in Asian Cup semi
10 months, 2 weeks ago

South Korea goalkeeper makes save with his face in Asian Cup semi

Associated Press  

AL-RAYYAN, Qatar — South Korea goalkeeper Jo Hyeon-woo needed on-field treatment after making a save with his face to deny Jordan a near-certain goal in their Asian Cup semifinal on Tuesday. Yazan Al Naimat looked set to fire Jordan ahead shortly before halftime at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium when weaving his way through the area and stabbing a shot at …

Preview: Jordan vs South Korea AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Preview: Jordan vs South Korea AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal

Al Jazeera  

South Korea are ‘ready to suffer’ against the tournament’s dark horses Jordan when they meet at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium. Who: Jordan vs South Korea What: AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal When: Tuesday, February 5, 2024, 6pm Where: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar After playing out a thrilling 2-2 draw against each other in the group stage, South …

Son extra-time winner sends South Korea into Asian Cup semis against surprising Jordan
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Son extra-time winner sends South Korea into Asian Cup semis against surprising Jordan

Associated Press  

AL WAKRAH, Qatar — Son Heung-min gave South Korea a dramatic 2-1 win over Australia after extra time in the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup on Friday. Victory kept alive South Korea’s hopes of a third Asian Cup title and a first since 1960. Each and every one of the team deserves to be complimented.” Australia almost took the lead …

South Korea pull off heist to beat Australia 2-1 in Asian Cup 2023
10 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korea pull off heist to beat Australia 2-1 in Asian Cup 2023

Al Jazeera  

The Taegeuk Warriors stage another late comeback to beat the Socceroos and keep their Asian Cup title hopes alive. Al Wakrah, Qatar – South Korea have made it a habit of leaving it until the dying moments of stoppage time to make a comeback in their knockout games and progress to the next round at the AFC Asian Cup 2023 …

Klinsmann’s South Korea advances to Asian Cup QFs after beating Mancini’s Saudi Arabia in shootout
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Klinsmann’s South Korea advances to Asian Cup QFs after beating Mancini’s Saudi Arabia in shootout

Associated Press  

AL-RAYYAN, Qatar — Jurgen Klinsmann overcame Roberto Mancini in a battle of European soccer greats as South Korea advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Cup on penalties against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. Defeat will be particularly hard for Mancini to take as Saudi Arabia led 1-0 deep into stoppage time at Education City Stadium through Abdullah Radif’s 46th-minute strike. …

South Korea’s stunning comeback breaks Saudi Arabian hearts
10 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korea’s stunning comeback breaks Saudi Arabian hearts

Al Jazeera  

Saudi Arabia dominated for much of the last 16 Asian Cup clash but it was South Korea who emerged victorious on penalties. Education City Stadium, Qatar – It was a case of so near yet so far for thousands of Saudi Arabia fans, whose team faltered in the penalty shootout in their round-of-16 match against South Korea and were knocked …

Asian Cup 2023: South Korea keeper Kim ruled out of competition with knee injury
11 months ago

Asian Cup 2023: South Korea keeper Kim ruled out of competition with knee injury

The Hindu  

South Korea’s hunt for a first AFC Asian Cup 2023 title in 64 years suffered a major blow when coach Jeurgen Klinsmann confirmed on Friday that first-choice goalkeeper Kim Seung-gyu had been ruled out of the rest of the tournament with a knee injury. “What I told the team was that we are here and we have a mission, that …

South Korea suspends striker Hwang Ui-jo over sex video investigation
1 year ago

South Korea suspends striker Hwang Ui-jo over sex video investigation

The Hindu  

Striker Hwang Ui-jo has been suspended by South Korea seven weeks before the Asian Cup because of a police investigation into allegations he illegally filmed an ex-girlfriend. Hwang played for South Korea in two World Cup qualifiers this month, scoring a penalty against Singapore but the Korea Football Association on Tuesday suspended him pending the outcome of police investigations. “Football …

Son scores twice as South Korea outclasses China in World Cup qualifier
1 year, 1 month ago

Son scores twice as South Korea outclasses China in World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

Skipper Son Heung-min scored a brace as South Korea made it two wins from two games in 2026 World Cup qualifying with a 3-0 victory away in China on Tuesday. South Korea wrapped the game up in the dying minutes through a bullet header by Jung Seung-hyun - from a Son set-piece - and tops Group C with a perfect …

Klinsmann expects 'very tough' battle
1 year, 1 month ago

Klinsmann expects 'very tough' battle

China Daily  

Republic of Korea coach Jurgen Klinsmann. South Korea travels to China on Tuesday for 2026 World Cup qualifying, with Son Heung-min warning his side it must keep its cool in front of a sell-out crowd. South Korea thrashed Singapore 5-0 on Thursday to begin its qualifying campaign, with skipper and Tottenham Hotspur forward Son scoring a screamer from outside the …

Son Heung-min responds to injury scare after South Korea win
1 year, 1 month ago

Son Heung-min responds to injury scare after South Korea win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heung-min issued an update …

Victory against Thailand an encouraging sign for us, says China head coach Jankovic
1 year, 1 month ago

Victory against Thailand an encouraging sign for us, says China head coach Jankovic

China Daily  

Wei Shihao of China shoots during the Group C match between China and Thailand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov 16, 2023. BANGKOK - The head coach of China's men's national football team Aleksandar Jankovic said the victory over Thailand in the 2026 World Cup qualifier is a good sign as his side snatched a …

Son Heung-min on Target as South Korea Thump Singapore in World Cup Qualifiers
1 year, 1 month ago

Son Heung-min on Target as South Korea Thump Singapore in World Cup Qualifiers

News 18  

Son Heung-min scored a beauty from outside the box as Jurgen Klinsmann’s South Korea thumped Singapore 5-0 on Thursday to launch their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign in style. Victory will go a small way towards winning over South Korean fans yet to be convinced about Klinsmann, but there are tougher assignments ahead, starting with China away on Tuesday. Follow …

Jurgen Klinsmann earns first home win as coach of South Korea’s national team
1 year, 2 months ago

Jurgen Klinsmann earns first home win as coach of South Korea’s national team

The Hindu  

sJurgen Klinsmann earned his first home win as coach of South Korea’s national team on Friday with a 4-0 victory over Tunisia in a friendly match. Klinsmann, a former Germany great who previously coached his country’s national team and the United States, won his second straight match with South Korea after starting with three losses and two draws. Paris Saint-Germain …

India Vs South Korea Highlights, Asian Games Semi-final: IND Beat KOR 5-3 to Enter Final
1 year, 2 months ago

India Vs South Korea Highlights, Asian Games Semi-final: IND Beat KOR 5-3 to Enter Final

News 18  

India Vs South Korea, Men’s Hockey Semi-final Highlights: Hardik Singh, Mandeep Singh, Lalit Upadhyay, Amit Rohidas and Abhishek scored a goal each to star in India’s 5-3 win over Korea. Clear favourites to clinch the gold which will guarantee a berth to next year’s Paris Olympics, world no.3 India looked menacing in the pool stages, scoring as many as 58 …

India tames Korea for thrilling 5-set win in Asian Games volleyball
1 year, 3 months ago

India tames Korea for thrilling 5-set win in Asian Games volleyball

The Hindu  

India served, received, dug, blocked and spiked well above its weight on paper to shock a much higher ranked South Korea in an Asian Games men’s volleyball Pool C game on Wednesday. Asian Games 2023, September 20 HIGHLIGHTS: India stuns South Korea in men’s volleyball; India’s Men’s Fours team in rowing final Coach Jaideep Sarkar called for a timeout to …

South Korea still a work in progress, says Klinsmann
1 year, 3 months ago

South Korea still a work in progress, says Klinsmann

The Hindu  

Coach Jurgen Klinsmann said South Korea is still going through a transition period and wants to see his squad build a strong mentality as it heads toward next year’s Asian Cup in Qatar. Klinsmann, 59, was appointed in February and tasked with building on South Korea’s run to the knockout rounds of last year’s World Cup. If you want to …

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Japan defeats South Korea 5-3 to claim third place
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Japan defeats South Korea 5-3 to claim third place

The Hindu  

Japan was the better side on the evening on all metrics with South Korea’s ageing side pushing it to the end before ultimately just inching ahead to claim the third place in the Asian Champions Trophy. FOLLOW | Asian Champions Trophy Live Score For the second, Kosei Kawabe and Kentaro Fukuda combined intricately before the latter squared it across the …

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Malaysia hammers South Korea 6-2 to reach final
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Malaysia hammers South Korea 6-2 to reach final

The Hindu  

Malaysia prevailed 6-2 against Korea in a seesaw battle that fit the billing of a semifinal at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium in Chennai on Friday. Korea broke in first in the second minute as Cheoleon Park’s poke at the goal from close range popped up kindly for Woo Cheon Ji off a Malaysian deflection. Malaysia hit right back after Abu …

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: South Korea qualifies for semifinal despite 1-0 loss to Malaysia
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: South Korea qualifies for semifinal despite 1-0 loss to Malaysia

The Hindu  

South Korea clung on to its semifinal berth despite a 1-0 loss to Malaysia in the Asian Champions Trophy here on Wednesday. Korea had goalkeeper Kim Jaehyeon to thank for his numerous saves, ensuring the scoreline remained 1-0, which meant Japan couldn’t displace it at fourth place in the table. Malaysia’s opening goal came after a sustained spell of possession …

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Japan, South Korea to make final push for semifinal spots
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Japan, South Korea to make final push for semifinal spots

The Hindu  

While the eyes of the hockey world will be glued on the India versus Pakistan clash, both Japan and South Korea will want to add to the intrigue in their bid to make the Asian Champions Trophy semifinals. Japan will take on China in the early clash, while South Korea will face Malaysia here at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium on …

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Korea overturns deficit to beat Japan
1 year, 4 months ago

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Korea overturns deficit to beat Japan

The Hindu  

South Korea started its Asian Champions Trophy on a winning note with a 2-1 victory over Japan here at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium on Thursday. HIGHLIGHTS | India vs China LIVE Score, Asian Champions Trophy 2023 It was Japan which started sharply in the first half. RESULT: South Korea 2-1 Japan Malaysia thrashes Pakistan 3-1 Ashari Firhan of Malaysia celebrating …

South Korea held by El Salvador after conceding late goal
1 year, 6 months ago

South Korea held by El Salvador after conceding late goal

The Hindu  

South Korea was held to a 1-1 draw by El Salvador after conceding a late equaliser on home turf on Tuesday. READ | Jurgen Klinsmann is still looking for his 1st win as coach of South Korea’s national team The hosts dictated the match from early on, with midfielder Lee Jae-sung firing a shot from close range in the fifth …

Jurgen Klinsmann is still looking for his 1st win as coach of South Korea’s national team
1 year, 6 months ago

Jurgen Klinsmann is still looking for his 1st win as coach of South Korea’s national team

The Hindu  

Jurgen Klinsmann is still looking for his first win as coach of South Korea’s national football team after a late goal gave El Salvador a 1-1 draw on Tuesday. “It’s disappointing that we couldn’t get the result,” said Klinsmann, a former Germany great who also coached his country’s national team. “We had opportunities to score more than four goals but …

Son-less South Korea lose 1-0 in Peru friendly
1 year, 6 months ago

Son-less South Korea lose 1-0 in Peru friendly

The Hindu  

South Korea fell 1-0 to Peru in a friendly on Friday, with the hosts missing its talisman Son Heung-min and top defender Kim Min-jae. Bryan Reyna scored the only goal of the match in the 11th minute in Busan as Tottenham Hotspur star Son, recovering from a recent sports hernia surgery, watched from the bench. South Korea’s first real chance …

South Korea beats China in AFC U20 Asian Cup quarters
1 year, 9 months ago

South Korea beats China in AFC U20 Asian Cup quarters

China Daily  

TASHKENT -- South Korea came from behind to beat China 3-1 after extra time in the AFC U20 Asian Cup quarterfinals here on Sunday. By finishing as a semifinalist, South Korea qualified for the 2023 FIFA U20 World Cup. The last time China played in the U20 World Cup was in 2005. Fifteen minutes later, Kim Yong-hak drew South Korea …

South Korea coach Jurgen Klinsmann targets Asian Cup title
1 year, 9 months ago

South Korea coach Jurgen Klinsmann targets Asian Cup title

The Hindu  

Newly appointed South Korea coach Jurgen Klinsmann wasted little time setting his first target for the team after arriving at Incheon airport on Wednesday, saying he wants to end its Asian Cup drought, which has spanned more than 60 years. Former Germany coach Klinsmann, 58, has signed a contract until the 2026 World Cup and succeeds Paulo Bento, who stepped …

Jurgen Klinsmann Named New Head Coach of South Korea National Team
1 year, 9 months ago

Jurgen Klinsmann Named New Head Coach of South Korea National Team

News 18  

Jurgen Klinsmann has arrived to start his job as head coach of South Korea’s national team and immediately set a target of ending an Asian Cup drought that has stretched for more than 60 years. The 58-year-old Klinsmann, who won the 1990 World Cup as a player and then coached his native Germany to the semifinals in 2006 before guiding …

South Korea seals place in final of Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships, beats Thailand 3-1
1 year, 10 months ago

South Korea seals place in final of Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships, beats Thailand 3-1

The Hindu  

South Korea recovered from a first match defeat in men’s singles to prevail over Thailand 3-1 to seal its place in the final of the Badminton Asia Mixed Team Championships 2023 in Dubai on Saturday. Sitthikom Thammasin gave Thailand the lead, edging Cho Geonyeop 25-23, 19-21, 21-12 in the opening men’s singles match of the first semifinal tie of the …

The Netherlands defeat South Korea to set up a semi-final clash with Belgium
1 year, 11 months ago

The Netherlands defeat South Korea to set up a semi-final clash with Belgium

NL Times  

The Netherlands progressed to the semi-finals of the 2023 FIH Men's hockey World Cup on Wednesday beating South Korea 5-1. The Dutch will now face the reigning world champions Belgium in the semi-finals on Friday in a rematch of the 2018 World Cup final. Dutch captain Thierry Brinkman stood up when his team needed him most, dribbling past two players …

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