Hong Myung-bo
South Korea coach plans to empower players ahead of world cup
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Coach Hong Myung-bo said he will give players more ownership during preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He unveiled the 26-man squad in Seoul on Saturday.
South Korea's national football team fell 1-0 to Austria in a pre-World Cup friendly on March 31 at Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna, marking back-to-back losses on their European trip. Marcel Sabitzer scored the lone goal in the 48th minute. Coach Hong Myung-bo praised the defensive improvements despite the defeat.
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South Korea will seek a rebound against Austria in a pre-World Cup friendly after a 4-0 loss to Ivory Coast. The first-ever meeting between the teams is set for Tuesday at Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna. Coach Hong Myung-bo plans to refine his back-three formation despite defensive struggles.