New York, July 6 (IANS) Chung Mong-gyu resigned as president of the Korea Football Association on Monday as the fallout from South Korea’s disappointing World Cup campaign continued.Chung’s departure follows that of head coach Hong Myung-bo after South Korea failed to reach the knockout stage, finishing third in Group A with three points. South Korea defeated the Czech Republic but lost to Mexico and South Africa.Announcing his resignation, Chung acknowledged both the successes and failures of h…
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Guadalupe, June 24 (IANS) South Africa and South Korea head into their final Group-stage fixture on Wednesday with a place in the FIFA World Cup knockout rounds hanging in the balance. The outcome of the contest in Guadalupe could determine which nation extends its stay in the tournament and which is left anxiously awaiting results elsewhere.For South Korea, the path forward is relatively straightforward. A victory would secure qualification to the Round of 32, while even a defeat may not necess…