South Korean Police Raid Football Association Office Amid Coach Appointment Probe
Summary
South Korean police have raided the Korea Football Association office amid an investigation into the controversial appointment of head coach Hong Myung-bo. The probe follows allegations of business obstruction and procedural violations, though no criminal charges have been filed so far.
Key Points
- South Korean police raided the Korea Football Association office to gather evidence in a probe into Hong Myung-bo’s appointment as national team head coach.
- The investigation centers on allegations of obstruction of business and claims that the appointment process broke internal rules.
- A South Korean ministry report said the KFA did not follow its own procedures, but found no evidence of criminal or illegal activity.
- No charges have been filed, and the KFA has not yet commented on the raid.
