South Korea leaves World Cup in turmoil as early exit prompts fierce criticism from president

The quick exit for a team that expected to advance prompted harsh criticism from President Lee Jae Myung. “As a former honorary professional football club chairman and, at heart, a member of the Red Devils, I feel not just surprise but deep bewilderment at this unexpected result," the president said in a lengthy statement critical of national team structure and oversight and coach Myung-bo's appointment in the first place.