Former South Korea coach Hong takes responsibility for World Cup failure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 5:33 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Former South Korea football coach Hong Myung-bo faced lawmakers in Seoul on July 30, 2026, acknowledging his full responsibility for the team's failure to advance from their group at the World Cup. Hong, who resigned after the tournament, detailed his experience in a parliamentary hearing investigating the Korean Football Association's actions. He faced criticism for decisions, including dropping veteran captain Son Heung-min during a critical match. Allegations regarding favoritism in his hiring and his reported salary also surfaced, with Hong denying any wrongdoing. Despite being labeled a 'golden generation,' the team's performance fell short of expectations.
- •Hong Myung-bo takes full responsibility for World Cup elimination.
- •He faced lawmakers over alleged mismanagement and selection errors.
- •Criticism arose over dropping captain Son Heung-min during a key match.
- •MPs questioned the legitimacy of his hiring and high salary claims.
- •South Korea's team was viewed as a 'golden generation' prior to the tournament.
- 5:33 AMYahoo Sports — South Korea coach Hong grilled by MPs over World Cup flop
"Former South Korea football coach Hong Myung-bo told lawmakers Thursday that he took "full responsibility" for his team's failure to advance from their group at the World Cup. "Because our performance at this World Cup fell short, I take full responsibility for everything."
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