South Korea football coach quits as president calls for probe into World Cup loss

Coach Hong Myung-bo Resigns Amid World Cup Fallout

President Calls for Probe After Early Exit

South Korea’s head coach, Hong Myung-bo, has resigned after the national football team failed to reach the World Cup knockout stage. The team’s early exit sparked widespread criticism, prompting President Lee Jae Myung to demand an investigation into their disappointing performance. Hong apologized to fans, stating, “the responsibility rests entirely with me as head coach.”