Sacked: South Korea Fires Coach Klinsmann After Asian Cup Semifinal Exit
SEOUL, South Korea – The Korea Football Association (KFA) terminated the contract of national team coach Jurgen Klinsmann after the team’s exit at the Asian Cup and amid criticism of his leadership. The decision came after the National Team Committee, a KFA advisory body, recommended Klinsmann’s removal, stating “various reasons” to doubt his ability to lead the team effectively. KFA Technical Director Hwangbo Kwan expressed concerns about Klinsmann’s leadership, citing issues with game management, player …