Jurgen Klinsmann’s unexpected path has put him in sight of another big trophy at the Asian Cup

DOHA, Qatar — Jurgen Klinsmann’s coaching career has taken some unexpected turns. Klinsmann, however, has the chance to further decorate his resume after leading South Korea to the semifinals of the Asian Cup, where it will play Jordan on Tuesday. I am very, very proud and privileged to coach this very special team in an Asian Cup, which is my first Asian Cup experience, which is a fantastic experience.” What is clear is that Klinsmann still has ambitions in the sport at the age of 59. There is no sign of him being weighed down by the expectation of leading one of the pre-tournament favorites or the pressure to lead two-time champion South Korea to its first title since 1960. Now the country also jumps behind you and says ‘We can do that,’ and it turns into something very positive because now we are proud of where we are already and you want to do it so badly for your country.” South Korea might be the favorite to beat Jordan in the semifinals, but it needed an own goal from Yazan Al Arab in the first minute of stoppage time to earn a 2-2 draw when the teams met in the group stage.