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Jonathan Gorrie

Paulo Bento leaves role as South Korea manager following World Cup thrashing at the hands of Brazil

Bento left his role in charge after South Korea’s loss to Brazil

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South Korea manager Paulo Bento has announced he will be leaving his role with immediate effect.

Bento – who was sent-off against Ghana in the group stages - saw his team beaten 4-1 by Brazil inside Doha’s Stadium 974, put to the sword by the tournament favourites in their first game at this stage since 2010.

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