South Korean Coach Hong Myung-bo Resigns Amid Fan Outrage

WHO:

Sportskeeda - Hong Myung-bo, head coach of the South Korean football team

BBC News - South Korean football fans

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - Hong Myung-bo resigned from his position as head coach.

BBC News - South Korea failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages.

WHERE:

Sportskeeda - South Korea, specifically referring to the national football team.

WHEN:

Sportskeeda - The resignation occurred days after the South Korean football team was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

WHY:

BBC News - The resignation was prompted by fan outrage over the team's performance.

HOW:

Sportskeeda - The resignation followed the team's failure to meet expectations in the World Cup.

(UPDATED June 30, 2026 11:53 UTC)

Hong Myung-bo has resigned as head coach of the South Korean national football team following their failure to advance to the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This decision comes just days after the team's elimination, which sparked outrage among South Korean football fans over the disappointing performance. The resignation reflects the high expectations placed on the team and the disappointment felt by supporters.