South Korea football chief to quit after 'controversies, criticisms'
Chung Mong-gyu, the president of South Korea's football association, announced his resignation following the World Cup, citing a 'lack of virtue' amid intense criticism. His tenure has been marked by controversies, including attempts to pardon players banned for match-fixing and the hiring of Jurgen Klinsmann as national team coach. Chung plans to formally step down after the World Cup final on July 19, 2026.
- ▪Chung Mong-gyu will resign as president of the Korea Football Association after the World Cup.
- ▪He faced criticism for attempting to pardon players banned for life due to match-fixing.
- ▪Chung was also criticized for bypassing the selection process when hiring Jurgen Klinsmann as coach.
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