South Korea World Cup squad at odds with media over Son Heung-min mockery
Summary
South Korea's soccer team is in conflict with their media after some journalists made negative comments about team captain Son Heung-min’s military service. This issue led to tensions, canceled interviews, and the reported resignation of a team media officer before South Korea’s World Cup match against Mexico.Key Facts
- South Korean media personnel made mocking comments about Son Heung-min’s military record during a training session.
- The video of the comments was recorded and later leaked, causing a strong reaction on social media.
- Son earned military service exemption by helping South Korea win gold at the 2018 Asian Games but completed alternative military duties later.
- The national team cut off media access and canceled player interviews after the incident.
- One of the team’s media officers reportedly resigned due to the dispute, though the team has not officially confirmed this.
- The South Korean football association expressed regret about the remarks and said they caused shock and disappointment.
- South Korea won its first World Cup match against the Czech Republic 2-1.
- South Korea will play Mexico in the next World Cup match, with a press conference planned before the game.
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