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Robert Moreno aims to revive South Korea soccer after World Cup exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 6:24 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Robert Moreno aims to revive South Korea soccer after World Cup exit

Summary

South Korea's new interim coach Robert Moreno has expressed a commitment to making fans happy following a challenging World Cup campaign. Appointed after Hong Myung-bo's resignation, Moreno will lead the team in friendly matches against Ecuador, Uruguay, Venezuela, and Uzbekistan. He emphasized an honest approach focused on effective teamwork and was criticized earlier for allegedly using AI technology in his coaching. Moreno, however, refuted those claims, stating he was misrepresented. The Korean Football Association is considering his position for the upcoming Asian Cup in early 2027 based on performance evaluations after the friendlies. Commanding a squad that includes captain Son Heung-min, Moreno will work to restore fan confidence in the national team.

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By the Numbers

•Moreno named Son Heung-min in his squad for upcoming friendlies
•South Korea has been without a coach since Hong Myung-bo's resignation
•Moreno denies using AI in coaching decisions
•Friendlies against Ecuador and Uruguay are scheduled for September
•Performance will determine Moreno's future ahead of Asian Cup

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6:24 AMYahoo Sports — New coach won't use AI in bid to make South Korea fans happy

What they're saying

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South Korea's new interim coach Robert Moreno said Monday that he wanted to make fans in the country "happy" after a disastrous World Cup and series of damaging controversies."We're going to try to do our work honestly and with the aim of making all Korean football fans happy," said the 48-year-old, who is the first Spaniard to coach South Korea.
— Yahoo Sports

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