Hong Myung-bo

Former South Korea men's national team coach who resigned in June 2026 after the team's group-stage exit from the World Cup.

2026-05-292026-08-10

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June 2026
18 JunCitizen Digital
… Two men who were suspected to be the drone operators retrieved the crashed device and fled the scene in an incident that South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo described as "unfortunate." - Hostile atmosphere - Hong meanwhile is preparing his team for an intimidating atmosphere against …
Mexico, Korea eye World Cup knockout berths
18 JunCitizen Digital
… Two men who were suspected to be the drone operators retrieved the crashed device and fled the scene in an incident that South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo described as "unfortunate." - Hostile atmosphere - Hong meanwhile is preparing his team for an intimidating atmosphere against …
Mexico, Korea eye World Cup knockout berths
6 JunCitizen Digital
… Mbokazi became the second South African selected to an MLS All-Star squad after Doctor Khumalo in 1996 while Son was the second South Korean named an MLS All-Star after national team coach and former Los Angeles Galaxy defender Hong Myung-bo in 2003. …
Messi among first 11 named to MLS All-Star squad
4 JunCitizen Digital
… "We had some difficulties offensively early in the match but I think this match will be of huge help for us," said coach Hong Myung-bo. …
South Korea edge El Salvador 1-0 in final World Cup warm-up
May 2026
29 MayCitizen Digital
… Chung, who is a member of the family that owns the Hyundai Motor Company, urged Korean fans to get behind coach Hong Myung-bo's team. …
South Korea football chief to quit after 'controversies, criticisms'

Sport

South Korea FA apologises for coaching appointment and referees controversies

The News

South Korea's football association apologised over accusations of unfair coaching appointment practices and allegations that it provided sexual entertainment for foreign referees. The KFA faced scrutiny following the national team's group-stage exit from the World Cup, prompting police investigations into obstruction of business allegations related to former head coach Hong Myung-bo's recruitment.

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Yesterday

South Korea FA apologises for coaching appointment and referees controversies
South Korea's football association apologised over accusations of unfair coaching appointment practices and allegations that it provided sexual entertainment for foreign referees. The KFA faced scrutiny following the national team's group-stage exit from the World Cup, prompting police investigations into obstruction of business allegations related to former head coach Hong Myung-bo's recruitment.
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Thursday 6 August

Police raid South Korea FA over coach appointment probe
South Korean police conducted search and seizure operations at the Korea Football Association's offices, investigating allegations of "obstruction of business" in the recruitment of former coach Hong Myung-bo, who resigned in June after the national team was knocked out at the group stage of the World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
6 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 30 July

South Korea coach appears before parliament over World Cup failure
Former South Korea men's national team coach Hong Myung-bo told lawmakers he took "full responsibility" for the team's failure to advance from the group stage at the 2026 World Cup, after resigning following their elimination by South Africa. Hong appeared at a parliamentary hearing on the Korea Football Association while facing criticism from fans and pundits.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 29 June

Canada beats South Africa 1–0 in World Cup Round of 32
Captain Stephen Eustaquio scored in the 92nd minute as co-host Canada defeated South Africa 1–0 on Sunday to reach the last 16 of the World Cup in North America, with both teams making their first-ever appearance beyond the group stage.
29 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 25 June

South Africa reaches World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history, recovering from an opening 2-0 loss to Mexico. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive goal in the second half in an effective playoff with South Korea for second place in Group A.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa reaches World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history, recovering from an opening 2-0 loss to Mexico with a draw against Czech Republic.
25 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
South Africa reaches World Cup knockout rounds for first time
South Africa beat South Korea 1-0 to advance to the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history, recovering after an opening 2-0 loss to Mexico. Coach Hugo Broos called the achievement historic after working with the team for five years.
25 June 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 20 June

South Korea coach urges team to focus on World Cup knockout qualification
South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo told his team to move forward after a 1-0 loss to Mexico, with South Korea still positioned to advance from Group A. The team sits second in the group and will face South Africa on Wednesday knowing a draw guarantees their knockout stage spot.
20 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 19 June

Mexico qualifies for World Cup knockout rounds with Korea win
Mexico became the first team to reach the knockout rounds of the 2026 World Cup, defeating South Korea 1-0 at Guadalajara Stadium. Luis Romo scored just after half-time to secure Mexico top spot in Group A with a match remaining.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mexico first World Cup team to reach knockout phase
Mexico defeated South Korea 1-0 at Guadalajara Stadium to become the first team to qualify for the World Cup knockout rounds, with Luis Romo's second-half goal securing top spot in Group A with a match remaining.
19 June 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 18 June

Mexico and South Korea battle for World Cup knockout berth
Mexico and South Korea will meet in Guadalajara on Thursday in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a win guaranteeing either team a place in the knockout rounds. Both teams enter fresh from opening victories—Mexico over South Africa and South Korea over the Czech Republic—and the expanded 48-team format means that even finishing third could advance.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Mexico and South Korea battle for World Cup knockout berth
Mexico and South Korea face each other in Guadalajara on Thursday in a Group A fixture where a win will guarantee a last 32 berth. Both teams arrive fresh from opening victories over South Africa and Czech Republic respectively, with the expanded 48-team format and advancement of the eight best-ranked third-place teams meaning either side can secure progression with victory.
18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 6 June

Messi named to MLS All-Star squad for July game
Inter Miami's Lionel Messi was among the first 11 players selected to the MLS All-Star squad for a July 29 match against an all-star team from the Mexican league. The MLS First XI, chosen by votes of players, fans, and media, includes five players on World Cup rosters.
6 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 4 June

South Korea beat El Salvador 1-0 in World Cup warm-up
South Korea defeated El Salvador 1-0 on Wednesday in their final friendly before the World Cup, with Lee Dong-gyeong scoring in the second half. The win follows a 5-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago, and South Korea will begin their tournament campaign against the Czech Republic on June 11.
4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 29 May

South Korea football chief resigns after 13-year tenure
South Korea Football Association president Chung Mong-gyu announced he will quit after the World Cup, citing his "lack of virtue" following criticism over his 13-year tenure, including controversies around attempts to pardon match-fixing players and the hiring of Jurgen Klinsmann as national team coach.
29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →