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Korea Football Association Exposed in Scandal Over Providing Adult Entertainment and Bribes to Referees

A 2016 audit reveals the Korea Football Association arranged sexual entertainment for foreign referees during 2011-2012, sparking outrage and raising questions about match integrity and governance.

International Business Times UK

Police raid South Korea FA headquarters over appointment of disgraced World Cup coach

Scrutiny over Hong’s appointment as South Korea manager has resurfaced after a dire World Cup campaign

The Independent UK

Police raid South Korean FA as World Cup fallout continues

SEOUL - Police raided South Korea’s football association on Thursday as part of an investigation into the appointment of the coach in charge during their dismal World Cup campaign.

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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

Death threats and presidential condemnation: Explaining the anger over South Korea’s World Cup exit

South Korea's World Cup came to an end last weekend, but the nation's anger continues to boil over, threatening to bring the culture of football into further disrepute. And expose a corruption case.

Euronews

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

Mahesh Bhupathi, Travancore princess and former Benfica player among franchise owners in Super League Kerala

Super League Kerala unveils six franchises with notable owners like Mahesh Bhupathi and Kaz Patafta, promising exciting football action.

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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

South Korea parts ways with coach Klinsmann after Asian Cup

Discover the details behind Jürgen Klinsmann's departure as South Korea coach, his impact on the team's performance, and their search for a new coach.

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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

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

Super League Kerala ties up with Andres Iniesta Scouting with eye on the future

Super League Kerala partners with Andres Iniesta Scouting to scout talent, train coaches, and send best players abroad for training. Project Gamechanger to impact 30,000 children in Kerala, aiming to increase number of players from state in ISL. #SLK #Iniesta #KFA #ProjectGamechanger

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Greater Cochin Development Authority rules out structural issues to Kaloor stadium in Kerala after Asian Football Confederation raised concerns

GCDA dismisses AFC's safety concerns on Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in kaloor as baseless. Stadium's structural issues being addressed; AFC had not raised matter officially with GCDA. KBFC had responded to AFC's concerns. AFC official had expressed reservations about lack of infrastructure, security, segregation of fans, etc.

The Hindu

KFA launches Kerala youth development project

KFA launches Kerala Youth Development Project to produce 200 quality players for Indian Super League, I-League. Five teams, in various age groups, will compete in 14 districts. Chakolas Gold Trophy returns after 40 years. AFC general secretary, Kerala Sports Minister, KFA president, secretary present.

The Hindu

KFA bids for FIFA World Cup qualifier

Kerala Football Assoc. bids for 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier match, likely to be held in Manjeri or Kochi. India in Group A of preliminary round 2 with Qatar, Kuwait, and Afghanistan/Mongolia. KFA needs Govt. support for match, hotel fit for FIFA qualifier may be issue.

The Guardian - UK

Djokovic ‘raising tensions’ of Serbia and Kosovo after French Open statement

The Kosova Tennis Federation has responded to Novak Djokovic’s comments but it is unlikely the world No 3 will face punishment by the ATP

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The Guardian - UK

Jürgen Klinsmann’s reputation on the line as he dives into South Korea job

World Cup qualification in 2026 is an achievable goal but Jürgen Klinsmann needs to do more than that to make his mark in Asia

The Guardian - UK

‘He has such a significant presence’: South Koreans sweat on Son’s fitness

South Korea forward’s status is such that a squad place in Qatar is probably assured even if he is not fit

The Hindu

KFA giving me a free hand helped: Bino George

Triumphant Kerala team felicitated for its Santosh Trophy triumph

The Times of India

Bristling Kerala body demands answers from AIFF

NEW DELHI: Tired at the All India Football Federation’s repeated attempts to undermine its state associations, the Kerala Football Association (KFA) on Friday, made its grouse official when it wrote to the president, Praful Patel demanding why it has been bypassed in organizing the ongoing Santosh Trophy in the state,…

The Hindu

HC dismisses plea against KFA’s entry fee

Association argues that it only a private body

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