The head coach of South Korea’s national football team has resigned following a humiliating early exit from the World Cup. The resignation came hours after President Yoon Suk Yeol ordered a formal inquiry into the team’s performance. The coach, who had been in charge for three years, acknowledged that the results were unacceptable and took full responsibility.
The inquiry will examine the team’s preparation, tactics, and management. South Korea, once a rising power in Asian football, failed to progress beyond the group stage, losing to lower-ranked opponents. The president’s intervention reflects the national importance placed on football and the high expectations for the team.
The search for a new coach is expected to begin immediately, with a focus on rebuilding for the next international tournament.
