South Korea football body criticised over lawmakers' text scandal

During a National Assembly culture, sports and tourism committee hearing on the Korea Football Association (KFA), former president Jeong Mong‑gyu answered lawmakers' questions. Lawmaker Yoon Yong‑geun's text to Jeong – "I should have taken better care of you… my apologies" – was displayed publicly, prompting sharp anger from the football community.

Commentator Park Moon‑sung denounced the lack of apology and accountability, recalling Jeong's unfulfilled promises of donations and criticizing the governance culture that allowed power to evade responsibility. Former national team coach Hong Myung‑bo also testified and faced criticism. The episode has intensified calls for the removal of senior officials and broader reforms in Korean football ahead of the upcoming World Cup.