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Kim Min-jae becomes only Bayern Munich player to exit World Cup early

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 8:30 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Kim Min-jae becomes only Bayern Munich player to exit World Cup early

Summary

Kim Min-jae of South Korea is the only player from Bayern Munich to be eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage. Despite the team sending 18 players to the tournament, Korea struggled in Group A after a strong start against the Czech Republic. Losses to Mexico and South Africa ultimately ended their bid for advancement. Following the team's disappointing performance, coach Hong Myung-bo has resigned amid concerns over management and trust within the national team. The remaining teams have advanced to the knockout stage, with matchups set for the next rounds.

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By the Numbers

•Kim Min-jae plays all group games for South Korea
•Korea wins against Czech Republic, loses to Mexico and South Africa
•Coach Hong Myung-bo resigns after team's elimination
•Bayern Munich sent 18 players to the tournament
•Knockout stage matchups include Germany vs. Paraguay

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8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Kim Min-jae becomes the only Bayern Munich player to get grouped at the 2026 World Cup

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South Korea’s Kim Min-jae became the only player that Bayern Munich sent to the World Cup to fail to make it to the knockout stage. Bayern sent a total of 18 players to the tournament, with one of them, Jonas Urbig, being a training goalkeeper for Germany. It was initially 19 before Lennart Karl withdrew […]
— Yahoo Sports

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