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Robert Moreno appointed interim coach of South Korea

The Korean Football Association has appointed Robert Moreno as interim coach following the resignation of Hong Myung-bo.

1 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Robert Moreno appointed interim coach of South Korea — Photo: Вячеслав Евдокимов · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0

The Korean Football Association has named Robert Moreno as the interim coach of the national team, taking over after Hong Myung-bo's resignation at the end of June. Hong stepped down following South Korea's exit in the first round of the 2026 World Cup, a campaign deemed disastrous.

The 48-year-old Spanish coach has signed a contract that initially lasts only two months. This short duration is due to the current instability within the Korean Football Association, which is seeking to resolve its situation after recent unsatisfactory results.

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Moreno's contract includes the possibility of an extension until the Asian Cup, depending on the results he achieves during his interim tenure. This means his performance could influence the decision to continue leading the team.

This appointment marks a new chapter in South Korean football, with expectations that Moreno can stabilize the team and improve its performance in international competitions.

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