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TransfersOfficial: Lee Kang-in Leaves PSG for Atlético Madrid in €40m Deal
PSG officially confirm the South Korean international's move to Atlético Madrid on a five-year deal.
Hong Myung-bo resigns as South Korea head coach following 2026 World Cup exit
Hong Myung-bo has announced his resignation as South Korea head coach, following the Taeguk Warriors' group-stage elimination at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Standings
| P | DIFF | PTS | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qualification | ||||
| 1 |  Mexico | 3 | +6 | 9 |
| 2 |  South Africa | 3 | -1 | 4 |
| 3 |  Czechia | 3 | -4 | 1 |
| 4 | South Korea | 3 | -1 | 3 |
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History of the South Korea national team
Founding and Early Years
The South Korea national team, nicknamed "the Taegeuk Warriors," is governed by the Korea Football Association (KFA), founded in 1928. It established itself from the 1950s onward as one of the very top powers of Asian football.
Team Evolution
Driven by a generation of players exported to Europe's biggest leagues, South Korea's national team confirmed its status as a continental benchmark by producing the best-ever World Cup performance by an Asian nation.
Great Managers
Guus Hiddink led South Korea to the semi-finals of the 2002 World Cup as co-hosts, a feat that remains unmatched by any Asian nation. Hong Myung-bo, a former great of the national game, now leads the team.
Iconic Players
Park Ji-sung, regarded as one of the greatest Asian players of all time and part of the 2002 run, and Hong Myung-bo, an iconic defender selected by Pelé for the FIFA 100 list, rank among the greatest stars of South Korean football. Son Heung-min, current captain and South Korea's most-capped player in history, now carries that legacy forward.
Major Achievements
South Korea have won two AFC Asian Cup titles (1956, 1960) and reached the semi-finals of the 2002 World Cup, the best-ever result by an Asian nation. At the 2026 World Cup, the team was eliminated in the group stage, despite a win over Czechia (2-1).
The Team Today
Under Hong Myung-bo, South Korea rank among the top nations of the Asian continent in the FIFA World Ranking.
Frequently asked questions
When is South Korea's next match?+
South Korea face Uruguay on 28 September 2026.
What is South Korea's current standing?+
South Korea are currently 10 in World Cup 2026 with 3 points.
What is South Korea's best World Cup result?+
A semi-final finish in 2002, as co-hosts, under coach Guus Hiddink.
Who is South Korea's captain?+
Son Heung-min, South Korea's most-capped player in history.
How did South Korea's 2026 World Cup end?+
They were eliminated in the group stage, despite a win over Czechia.
Who is South Korea's current head coach?+
Hong Myung-bo, a former team great selected by Pelé for the FIFA 100 list.
When was the Korea Football Association founded?+
The KFA was founded in 1928.