Summary
- Following South Korea’s shocking exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026, former head coach Hong Myung-bo has reportedly received death threats prompting heightened security arrangements upon the team’s return home.
- South Korea began their World Cup campaign with a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic but suffered back-to-back 1-0 defeats against Mexico and South Africa resulting in their elimination from the tournament.
- Hong Myung-bo faced intense criticism, particularly for leaving star forward Son Heung-min out of the starting lineup in the decisive match against South Africa—a decision that sparked widespread backlash among fans.
Following South Korea’s shocking exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026, former head coach Hong Myung-bo has reportedly received death threats prompting heightened security arrangements upon the team’s return home.
According to reports, around 160 police officers and airport security personnel were deployed at Incheon International Airport along with 25 specially assigned security officers to ensure the safety of the team and coaching staff.
Police warned that any illegal behaviour, public disorder or attempts to throw objects at the team would be dealt with immediately.
South Korea began their World Cup campaign with a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic but suffered back-to-back 1-0 defeats against Mexico and South Africa resulting in their elimination from the tournament.
Hong Myung-bo faced intense criticism, particularly for leaving star forward Son Heung-min out of the starting lineup in the decisive match against South Africa—a decision that sparked widespread backlash among fans.
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