Myung-Bo Hong

Korea Republic · Manager · South Korea

17y In management

7 Clubs

1 Countries

2 Titles

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otherESPNOfficial source· 29 Jun 2026

South Korea coach quits after WC exit, criticism

South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo resigned Sunday, a day after the team's quick elimination from the World Cup and following heavy criticism from the country's president.

otherThe GuardianOfficial source· 16 Aug 2026

Premier League could be Korean-free for first time since 2005

After Park Ji-sung and Son Heung-min's glory days, the Premier League might have no South Korean players next season.

off pitchBBC SportOfficial source· 12 Aug 2026

South Korea FA apologises over sexual favours scandal

Police raid and apology as old scandal resurfaces, deepening crisis.

off pitch

Personal info

Role: Manager
Full name: Myung-Bo Hong
Born: 12 Feb 1969 (age 57)
Birthplace: Seoul, Korea Republic
Nationality: Korea Republic
Clubs managed: 7
Current club: South Korea

Overview

Myung-Bo Hong is a South Korean football coach and former player, born on 12 February 1969. He is currently the head coach of the Korea Republic national team. His managerial career began with the Korea Republic U20 side, followed by the Korea Republic U23 team. He later took charge of K League 1 club Ulsan HD, before moving to Chinese club Zhejiang. In 2024, he was appointed as the head coach of the senior Korea Republic national team, marking his return to the top role after previous experience with the country’s youth and Olympic sides.

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Established source

· 8 Aug 2026

South Korea FA apologises over 'sexual services' for referees

A government audit revealed the KFA used corporate cards to pay for 'sexual entertainment' for foreign referees.

off pitchDaily Mail FootballEstablished source· 7 Aug 2026

KFA paid for referees' sexual entertainment, audit finds

A government audit reveals the KFA used business cards for massage parlour visits for referees.

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