The National Assembly's Culture and Sports Committee has decided to hold a hearing on the Korea Football Association at 10 a.m. on July 22. The ruling People Power Party boycotted the session, which was led by the Democratic Party.
Committee Chair Lee Jae-jung stated, "This hearing aims to address various issues regarding the appointment process of the national football team coach and the overall operations of the Korea Football Association." He announced the adoption of the hearing plan.
He emphasized, "While we respect the autonomy and expertise of the Korea Football Association, we cannot overlook the role of the National Assembly considering the public nature of football."
In response, lawmaker Jo Gye-won remarked, "The arrogance of the Korea Football Association has reached its peak," urging the National Assembly to ensure the full attendance and diligent submission of materials from key figures, including former Korea Football Association President Chung Mong-kyu and former coach Hong Myung-bo, to properly voice the public's concerns.
Meanwhile, the South Korean national football team recorded one win and two losses in the group stage of the 2026 North and Central America World Cup, failing to advance to the knockout stage. This marked the team's worst performance in history under the newly implemented 48-team format.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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