Hong Myung-bo

Biography

Hong Myung-bo is a South Korean football manager and former player who captained his country to the semi-finals of the 2002 FIFA World Cup, winning the Bronze Ball. As a manager, he has led South Korea at multiple World Cups. At international level, Hong Myung-bo is responsible for more than team selection. The job is about building clarity in short preparation windows, managing pressure, and giving South Korea a structure that can hold up over a full tournament. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, the central question is how Hong Myung-bo can turn that experience into a side that stays organized, adapts to game state, and gives South Korea a reliable competitive edge.

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