Myung-Bo Hong

Korea Republic · Manager · South Korea

17y In management

7 Clubs

1 Countries

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otherESPN· 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.

otherESPN· 30 Jun 2026

Son apologizes for South Korea World Cup exit

South Korea captain Son Heung-min has apologized for the team's group-stage exit at the World Cup, saying he is "indescribably hurt" and eager to "win the hearts" of the nation once again.

otherBBC Sport· 30 Jun 2026

'Indescribably hurt' Son apologises for South Korea World Cup exit

Son Heung-min apologises for South Korea's early World Cup exit and says he will "run to death" for the nation's football fans.

otherBBC Sport· 29 Jun 2026

World Cup exit leaves South Korean football in crisis

After crashing out of the World Cup, BBC Sport investigates the rise and fall of South Korean football.

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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