South Korea appoints Hong Myung-bo as national soccer team’s head coach for second time
6 months ago

South Korea appoints Hong Myung-bo as national soccer team’s head coach for second time

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — Hong Myung-bo was appointed as South Korea’s head coach on Sunday, giving one of the nation’s 2002 World Cup stars a second chance at the top job. Hong succeeded Jurgen Klinsmann and returned to the position he left in July 2014 after a 12-month spell ended in a disappointing World Cup performance. He was captain of the South Korea team that reached the World Cup semifinals in 2002, when South Korea and Japan co-hosted the tournament. Hong, who led South Korea’s Under-23 team to bronze at the 2012 London Olympics, had seemed to rule himself out of the running after a recent K-League game but now has two months to prepare for the start of the third round of 2026 World Cup qualification.

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South Korea Coach Emphasizes Protecting Son Heung-min After Injury Return
2 months ago

South Korea Coach Emphasizes Protecting Son Heung-min After Injury Return

The Hindu  

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo vows to protect Son Heung-min after his return from injury. The Spurs and South Korea skipper missed recent weeks with a hamstring problem and was subbed off in Tottenham's 4-1 win over Aston Villa on Sunday. He was named in the South Korea squad for upcoming games against Kuwait and Palestine but will be protected …

FIFA World Cup 2026: South Korea appoints Hong Myung-bo as coach before third-round qualifiers
6 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2026: South Korea appoints Hong Myung-bo as coach before third-round qualifiers

The Hindu  

South Korea appointed Hong Myung-bo as national team head coach for the second time on Sunday. Hong succeeds Jurgen Klinsmann and returns to the job he left in July 2014 after a 12-month spell ended in a disappointing World Cup performance. Hong, who led Korea’s U-23 team to bronze at the 2012 London Olympics, had seemed to rule himself out …

China keeps its World Cup hopes alive despite a 1-0 loss to South Korea. Thailand and India miss out
6 months, 4 weeks ago

China keeps its World Cup hopes alive despite a 1-0 loss to South Korea. Thailand and India miss out

Associated Press  

China kept its 2026 World Cup hopes alive by the narrowest of margins despite a 1-0 loss to South Korea on Tuesday in Asian qualifying. South Korea finished the second round of continental qualifying atop Group C and remains on course for an 11th straight World Cup appearance. China’s only appearance at a men’s World Cup so far was in …

China coach calls for unity ahead of South Korea World Cup qualifier
6 months, 4 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, 4 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
7 months 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 …

Son’s South Koreans aim for a momentum shift in World Cup Asian qualifying
7 months ago

Son’s South Koreans aim for a momentum shift in World Cup Asian qualifying

Associated Press  

After a tough 2024 so far, Son Heung-min and his South Korea teammates can change momentum with a win over Singapore on Thursday that would be enough to secure a spot in the last round of World Cup Asian qualifying. South Korea remains on course for its 11th successive World Cup appearance but is still without a permanent coach after …

Failed South Korea hunt for Klinsmann successor unmasks deeper issues
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Lee Kang-in named in South Korea squad following Son bust-up
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Lee Kang-in named in South Korea squad following Son bust-up

The Hindu  

Lee Kang-in was named in South Korea’s squad on Monday for World Cup qualifiers this month despite a bust-up with skipper Son Heung-min at the Asian Cup. Tottenham star Son was left with a dislocated finger after clashing with Paris Saint-Germain attacker Lee before South Korea’s semifinal loss to Jordan last month. South Korea’s new interim coach Hwang Sun-hong, who …

South Korea sacks Jurgen Klinsmann as coach: Korean FA
10 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korea sacks Jurgen Klinsmann as coach: Korean FA

The Hindu  

Jurgen Klinsmann was sacked as South Korea coach Friday following defeat to Jordan in the semi-finals of the Asian Cup and revelations about a bust-up between star players. “The KFA has decided to change the national head coach following a comprehensive review,” Korea Football Association president Chung Mong-gyu said. “Klinsmann’s attitude and competitiveness as head coach has fallen short of …

Jurgen Klinsmann faces sack by South Korea after Asian Cup semi-final exit
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Jurgen Klinsmann faces sack by South Korea after Asian Cup semi-final exit

Firstpost  

Jurgen Klinsmann looks set to be fired as coach after top South Korean football officials said Thursday that “a change of leadership is necessary” following their Asian Cup exit and in-fighting among star players. “We’ve reached a consensus that Klinsmann cannot exercise his leadership as national team head coach for various reasons and that a change of leadership is necessary,” …

South Korea football officials recommend firing coach Klinsmann
10 months, 3 weeks ago

South Korea football officials recommend firing coach Klinsmann

The Hindu  

Jurgen Klinsmann looks set to be fired as coach after top South Korean football officials said Thursday that “a change of leadership is necessary” following their Asian Cup exit and in-fighting among star players. “We’ve reached a consensus that Klinsmann cannot exercise his leadership as national team head coach for various reasons and that a change of leadership is necessary,” …

Klinsmann fate as coach in balance as South Korean FA meets
10 months, 3 weeks 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
11 months 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 …

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

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

Associated Press  

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 …

Preview: Jordan vs South Korea AFC Asian Cup 2023 semifinal
11 months 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 …

S. Korea win sets up blockbuster clash, as Uzbeks plot 'surprise'
11 months, 1 week 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 …

Klinsmann’s South Korea advances to Asian Cup QFs after beating Mancini’s Saudi Arabia in shootout
11 months, 1 week 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. …

AFC Asian Cup: South Korea’s Klinsmann still smiling as criticism mounts
11 months, 1 week ago

AFC Asian Cup: South Korea’s Klinsmann still smiling as criticism mounts

The Hindu  

South Korea has reached the Asian Cup knockout rounds but coach Jurgen Klinsmann has been criticised for everything from his tactics to his smile and captain Son Heung-min said the players have faced abuse. Voting lines now open for Sportstar ACES Awards 2024 The 26-year-old gained huge popularity among South Korean female fans following the 2022 World Cup and the …

Asian Cup 2023: South Korea keeper Kim ruled out of competition with knee injury
11 months, 2 weeks 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 …

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Klinsmann credits South Korean players who made step up to European leagues
11 months, 3 weeks ago

AFC Asian Cup 2023: Klinsmann credits South Korean players who made step up to European leagues

The Hindu  

South Korea coach Juergen Klinsmann praised players from the national team who have established themselves in Europe’s top leagues, saying on Sunday that Asian football has vastly improved in the last decade to give them such opportunities. The key to Asian teams to improve their national team level is to send players to top European leagues,” Klinsmann told reporters ahead …

China head coach Jankovic vows to move forward after loss to S. Korea
1 year, 1 month ago

China head coach Jankovic vows to move forward after loss to S. Korea

China Daily  

China's Wu Lei vies for the ball during the second stage match against South Korea at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian Zone qualifying tournament in Shenzhen of South China's Guangdong province November 21, 2023. SHENZHEN, China - China head coach Aleksandar Jankovic vowed to keep his team moving forward after the 3-0 home loss to South Korea in the …

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 …

South Korea still a work in progress, says Klinsmann
1 year, 4 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 …

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 …

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, 10 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, 10 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 …

Jurgen Klinsmann named new South Korea coach
1 year, 10 months ago

Jurgen Klinsmann named new South Korea coach

The Hindu  

Jurgen Klinsmann, who won the World Cup as a player and led Germany to the semifinals as a coach, has been appointed head coach of South Korea, the country’s football body said Monday. “The contract term with Klinsmann is from March to 2026,” the Korea Football Association said in a statement, adding that the German will arrive in Seoul next …

South Korea looks to youth after World Cup loss to Brazil
2 years, 1 month ago

South Korea looks to youth after World Cup loss to Brazil

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — South Korea lost in the round of 16 of the World Cup and then lost its coach. PERFORMANCE South Korea was knocked out of the 2019 Asian Cup in the quarterfinals, so reaching the last 16 in Qatar can be seen as a positive. South Korea was appearing in its 10th straight World Cup, and its 11th …

FIFA World Cup 2022: South Korea coach Paulo Bento steps down after losing Round of 16 match to Brazil
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: South Korea coach Paulo Bento steps down after losing Round of 16 match to Brazil

India Today  

Paulo Bento announced that he is stepping down as the coach of South Korea after his side crashed out of the FIFA World Cup 2022 in the Round of 16. Bento stated that he had decided to stand down as coach months ago and the decision was not influenced by South Korea's defeat against Brazil. Bento further said that he …

South Korea manager Paulo Bento announces his immediate national team exit
2 years, 1 month ago

South Korea manager Paulo Bento announces his immediate national team exit

Daily Mail  

South Korea coach Paulo Bento has announced his departure from the role in the wake of his side's 4-1 World Cup last-16 defeat to Brazil on Monday evening. South Korea were unable to inspire a World Cup upset as tournament favourites Brazil brushed them aside in scintillating style in the heat of the Middle East. South Korea head coach Paulo …

Why South Korea, not Uruguay, qualified for round of 16 at FIFA World Cup in Qatar
2 years, 1 month ago

Why South Korea, not Uruguay, qualified for round of 16 at FIFA World Cup in Qatar

The Hindu  

South Korea and Uruguay both finished with four points at the end of group stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar. However, South Korea’s 2-1 win over group topper Portugal and Uruguay’s 2-0 victory against Ghana, which was second with three points before the match, tied the Asian and South American nations at four points. READ: FIFA World …

South Korea slide into World Cup final 16 after beating Portugal
2 years, 1 month ago

South Korea slide into World Cup final 16 after beating Portugal

Al Jazeera  

A 2-1 victory sees South Korea join Portugal in the knockout stages after Uruguay’s 2-0 win over Ghana proves not enough to advance. Hwang Heechan’s 90th-minute winner has put South Korea through to the round of 16 at the World Cup with a 2-1 win over Portugal. The South Korean team huddled on the centre circle, crowding round a phone …

World Cup 2022 team preview: South Korea
2 years, 2 months ago

World Cup 2022 team preview: South Korea

Al Jazeera  

Previous World Cup appearances: 10 Titles: 0 Best finish: semi-finals World Cup record: W6 D9 L19 Goals scored: 34 Biggest win: 2-0 Player to watch: Son Heung-min Ranking: 28 Fixtures: Uruguay, Ghana, Portugal The Qatar edition will be South Korea’s 10th consecutive appearance at the World Cup and 11th in total. That Guus Hiddink side taught a nation to dream, …

South Korea, Japan to take on Brazil; Iran slow off the mark
2 years, 8 months ago

South Korea, Japan to take on Brazil; Iran slow off the mark

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — While Japan and South Korea will start fine-tuning for the World Cup with high-profile warm-ups against Brazil next month, there are concerns in Iran that Asia’s top-ranked team has been slow off the mark with its preparations. “There appears to be no concrete plan,” Afshin Ghotbi, head coach of Iran’s national team from 2009-11, told The …

South Korea to play Brazil in pre-World Cup friendly
2 years, 8 months ago

South Korea to play Brazil in pre-World Cup friendly

The Hindu  

South Korea will host top-ranked Brazil in a friendly ahead of this year's World Cup, the nation's football association said on Wednesday. The series of planned matches with South American teams will give South Korea a "good opportunity to assess their objective strength and weakness", the Korea Football Association said in a statement. RELATED | Five-time world champion Brazil is …

South Korea qualifies for World Cup; costly draw for Aussies
2 years, 11 months ago

South Korea qualifies for World Cup; costly draw for Aussies

The Hindu  

South Korea qualified for a 10th successive World Cup after beating Syria 2-0 in Dubai on Tuesday. South Korea, the 15th nation to qualify for the 32-team field, moved 11 points clear of third-place United Arab Emirates with two games remaining. In Group B, a first-half goal from Takumi Minamino set Japan on the way to beating Saudi Arabia 2-0 …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Tottenham star Son Heung-min's late winner helps South Korea pip Syria
3 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Tottenham star Son Heung-min's late winner helps South Korea pip Syria

Firstpost  

The talisman forward saved the Koreans from what would have been a deeply disappointing draw and means they top Asian qualifying Group A after two wins and a draw in three matches. Ansan, South Korea: Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heung-min scored an 89th-minute winner to give South Korea a nervy 2-1 home win over Syria in World Cup qualifying on …

Pressure grows on South Korea's Son, Japan's Furuhashi
3 years, 4 months ago

Pressure grows on South Korea's Son, Japan's Furuhashi

The Hindu  

Japan's shocking loss to Oman and South Korea's scoreless draw with Iraq to open the third round of Asian World Cup qualifying has increased the pressure on the likes of Kyogo Furuhashi and Son Heung-min to replicate their excellent European club form in the international arena. 24 in the world, lost 1-0 at home to 79th-ranked Oman last Thursday to …

South Korea salutes late World Cup hero with five-goal romp
3 years, 6 months ago

South Korea salutes late World Cup hero with five-goal romp

The Hindu  

South Korea paid emotional tribute to late World Cup hero Yoo Sang-chul as it smashed Sri Lanka 5-0 to take charge of its World Cup qualifying group on Wednesday. With Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heung-min watching from the bench, Shanghai Shenhua striker Kim Shin-wook scored twice in the Group H romp in Goyang, two days after Yoo's death was announced. …

FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers: Tottenham striker Son Heung-min to lead South Korea in upcoming matches
3 years, 7 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 qualifiers: Tottenham striker Son Heung-min to lead South Korea in upcoming matches

Firstpost  

Fixtures in Asia’s eight qualifying groups for the 2022 finals in Qatar will be completed at centralised venues in June because of the coronavirus pandemic. Seoul: Tottenham Hotspur’s prolific striker Son Heung-min was named on Monday to lead a 28-strong South Korea squad for next month’s World Cup qualifiers. The remaining Group H matches will all take place in South …

South Korea: North Koreans pull out of World Cup qualifying
3 years, 8 months ago

South Korea: North Koreans pull out of World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

SEOUL, South Korea — South Korean officials say North Korea has told soccer’s Asian governing body it will not participate in World Cup qualifiers next month because of coronavirus concerns. South Korea is scheduled to host North Korea, Turkmenistan, Lebanon and Sri Lanka in Group H qualifying matches from May 31 to June 15. North Korea’s Olympic committee also said …

World Cup, Asian Cup Qualifiers Postponed to Next Year
4 years, 4 months ago

World Cup, Asian Cup Qualifiers Postponed to Next Year

News 18  

The Asian Football Confederation has postponed all men’s qualifiers scheduled in October and November for the 2022 World Cup and the 2023 Asian Cup. There are 40 national teams involved in the second round of World Cup Asian qualifying, which had already been delayed in March and June as the coronavirus spread across the region. South Korea, a World Cup …

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