England’s altitude era defies history and encourages ‘another shot’ In today’s Football Daily: England advance to the GWC quarter-finals The Guardian - UK · Jul 6
FIFA World Cup flop triggers football reckoning across Asia as heads roll and hard questions mount Asia's dismal FIFA World Cup performance has led to widespread soul-searching, with top football officials and coaches stepping down. South Korea's FA president and head coach resigned after a group stage exit, mirroring similar departures in Saudi Arabia. Despite an expanded tournament offering more spots, Asian teams secured only three… The Economic Times · Jul 6
Why South Korea's World Cup exit has become a national political controversy South Korea's World Cup exit has ignited a national outcry, prompting presidential calls for an investigation and the coach's resignation. Frustration over the Korea Football Association's controversial appointment processes, including that of coach Hong Myung-bo, has fueled widespread demands for reform. Fans and officials alike are questioning competence over connections,… The Economic Times · Jul 3
Failed South Korea Hunt For Klinsmann Successor Unmasks Deeper Issues 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. International Business Times · May 23, 2024
Jürgen Klinsmann could be unwitting agent for change in Korean football The German was sacked after a poor Asian Cup but criticism has also been directed at the head of the South Korean FA The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024
South Korea sack Jurgen Klinsmann after Asian Cup failure The German oversaw a disappointing Asian Cup campaign and has paid with his job Evening Standard · Feb 16, 2024
Klinsmann Sacked As South Korea Coach After Less Than A Year The 59-year-old German former striker, a World Cup winner as a player, was in the post for just under a year. International Business Times · Feb 16, 2024