The Korean team was unable to reach the group stage of the tournament. The team started the championship with a victory over the Czech Republic (2:1), but lost the next two matches to Mexico (0:1) and the African Republic (0:1). Having scored three points, Pivdennaya Korea finished third in the group, which ended its participation in the World Cup.
57-Richniy Fahivets defeated the national team from 2024. His contract was released until the Asian Cup, however, after the recent participation in the world championship, Myong-bo Hong decided to take responsibility for the result on himself and submit from the exhibition.
For the mentor, it’s already a different period of work in this part of the Republic of Korea. Having previously won the team at the 2014 World Championships, the Koreans also failed to reach the playoffs, remaining seated in their group.