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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Hong myungbo - The Untold Story

South Korea takes drastic action to protect football team returning from disastrous World Cup

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The Independent UK

South Korea to deploy riot police for team’s return from nightmare World Cup campaign

Riot police will be deployed for the national team’s return amid death threats directed at their manager Hong Myung-bo

The Independent UK

South Korea Coach Resigns Not Long After President Calls Him 'Incapable' Over World Cup Failure

Hong Myung-bo resigns as South Korea's football coach after World Cup exit, following criticism from President Lee Jae-myung over leadership and team performance.

International Business Times UK

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World Cup manager resigns after brutal criticism from president

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The Independent UK

‘Incapable’ South Korea manager quits in disgrace after president demands investigation into World Cup exit

Hong Myung-bo failed to guide South Korea beyond the group stage and has been lambasted in his homeland

The Independent UK

Celtic star in heartfelt apology to country's fans after World Cup elimination

The National (Scotland)

The Six Biggest Disappointments of the 2026 World Cup Group Stage

Several teams failed to show up on soccer’s grandest stage.

Sports Illustrated

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South Korea president apologises after World Cup group-stage exit

SEOUL — South Korean President Lee Jae Myung condemned the country's premature World Cup exit on Sunday, pointing the finger at "incompetent people" and apologising to the nation.

Bangkok Post

World Cup 2026: South Africa reach knockout stage for first time with win over South Korea

South Africa reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time on Wednesday with a 1-0 victory over South Korea, completing a remarkable recovery after losing their opener. Thapelo Maseko scored the decisive second-half goal as Bafana Bafana secured second place in Group A behind Mexico after drawing with…

France 24

FIFA 2026: South Africa stun South Korea to make World Cup history

South Africa achieved a historic World Cup knockout stage berth, stunning South Korea 1-0. Despite an initial setback, the Bafana Bafana secured their advancement with Thapelo Maseko's decisive second-half goal. This remarkable turnaround, fueled by grit and determination, sets them up for a clash with co-hosts Canada in the next…

The Economic Times

South Africa vs. South Korea—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Victory for either team in Guadalupe will see them into the round of 32.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026: Mexico becomes first country to reach knockout stage after beating South Korea

Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea at a jubilant Guadalajara Stadium on Thursday. Luis Romo scored shortly after half-time, capitalising on a goalkeeping error, to seal Mexico's second straight win and confirm them…

France 24

Mexico vs. South Korea—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Mexico or South Korea can book their place in the last 32 with victory.

Sports Illustrated

South Korea vs. Czechia—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

South Korea and Czechia will go head-to-head at the historic Estadio Akron in Zapopan, Mexico.

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The Independent UK

World Cup 2026 – Group A guide: Hosts Mexico eye deep run with wonderkid Gilberto Mora set to dazzle

Mexico, hosting for a third time, eye return to knockout stages following disappointment in Qatar

Sports Illustrated

South Korea 2026 World Cup Preview: Taegeuk Warriors Leading the Asian Charge

South Korea is the most successful and consistent Asian nation in World Cup history. Can it live up to its reputation this summer?

FourFourTwo

South Korea squad World Cup 2026: Taeguk Warriors' 26-man squad take on Czechia in tournament opener

The South Korea World Cup 2026 squad has been named ahead of what may be Son Heung-min's last dance

The Guardian - US

USMNT’s listless defeat to South Korea causes alarm bells again as World Cup looms

Mauricio Pochettino must factor yet another loss into his evaluation of the US player pool after another disappointing outing, this time a 2-0 defeat

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The Guardian - US

Three things to know about South Korea ahead of USMNT friendly

The Taeguk Warriors visit New Jersey on Saturday with a new role for Heung-min Son, a first naturalized player, and room to experiment

The National (Scotland)

South Korea boss lifts lid on Celtic visit that transformed Yang's displays

South Korea boss Hong Myung-bo has praised Celtic ace Yang Hyun-jun after handing him an international recall.

The National (Scotland)

Patience paying off as Yang earns international call-up amid sizzling Celtic form

Celtic winger Yang has been named in the South Korea squad for their upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

The National (Scotland)

Celtic & Hibs stars set for reward with international bows

Celtic & Hibs duo set for reward with international call-ups.

The Guardian - UK

Japan in clear blue waters but South Korea jeered in World Cup qualifying

Stark contrast between Asia’s big guns as Son’s side stall while Samurai Blue revel in 7-0 and 5-0 wins

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Hong Myung-Bo Returns As South Korea National Team Coach

Hong Myung-Bo returns as South Korea's national team head coach, aiming for World Cup success after successful club coaching spell.

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