A Korea Football Association (KFA) advisory committee recommended sacking head coach Juergen Klinsmann on Thursday after their semi-final exit at the Asian Cup and amid criticism of his leadership, KFA Technical Director Hwangbo Kwan said. The National Team Committee does not make administrative decisions, leaving it up to the KFA's Executive Board whether to act on its recommendation to fire Klinsmann, whose contract runs through the 2026 World Cup.

South Korea, 23rd in the FIFA rankings, were beaten by 87th-ranked Jordan 2-0 in the Asian Cup semi-finals earlier this month, prompting fans and some politicians to call for the 59-year-old's dismissal. The German's popularity in Korea plummeted during the tournament, with many criticising his demeanour, smiling even when things were not going his team's way on the field.

Off the field, Klinsmann also repeatedly faced criticism for often working in Los Angeles, where he currently lives, despite saying he would spend much of his time in South Korea. He took part in Thursday's meeting via video call, the KFA said. "For various reasons, there was a conclusion that coach Klinsmann can no longer exercise leadership as the national team's coach and needs to be replaced," Hwangbo told reporters after the meeting.

Some saw Klinsmann's attitude towards his job including a lack of time spent in South Korea as "disrespectful" towards the public, Hwangbo added. Ex-South Korean international Hong Myung-bo is reportedly among the names being considered to temporarily lead the team for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Thailand if Klinsmann is dismissed, according to Yonhap News TV.

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Klinsmann, who won the World Cup in 1990 as a player, has previously managed the German and U.S. national teams, as well as Bundesliga side Bayern Munich. He took charge of South Korea last year after Paulo Bento stepped down following their defeat to Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup in 2022.

The German's tenure got off to a rocky start, with South Korea failing to win any of his first five games in charge, losing to Uruguay and Peru and drawing with Colombia, El Salvador and Wales.

South Korea's form improved in the build-up to the Asian Cup with a run of six straight wins, and despite being far from their best in Qatar, the Asian heavyweights improved on their quarter-final exit at the 2019 edition by reaching the last four. In their semi-final defeat to Jordan, they were unable to register a single shot on target, falling short in their bid to end a 64-year wait for a third title.

A Korea Football Association (KFA) advisory committee recommended sacking head coach Juergen Klinsmann on Thursday after their semi-final exit at the Asian Cup and amid criticism of his leadership, KFA Technical Director Hwangbo Kwan said.

A Korea Football Association (KFA) advisory committee recommended sacking head coach Juergen Klinsmann on Thursday after their semi-final exit at the Asian Cup and amid criticism of his leadership, KFA Technical Director Hwangbo Kwan said. The National Team Committee does not make administrative decisions, leaving it up to the KFA's Executive Board whether to act on its recommendation to fire Klinsmann, whose contract runs through the 2026 World Cup. South Korea, 23rd in the FIFA rankings, were beaten by 87th-ranked Jordan 2-0 in the Asian Cup semi-finals earlier this month, prompting fans and some politicians to call for the 59-year-old's dismissal. The German's popularity in Korea plummeted during the tournament, with many criticising his demeanour, smiling even when things were not going his team's way on the field. Off the field, Klinsmann also repeatedly faced criticism for often working in Los Angeles, where he currently lives, despite saying he would spend much of his time in South Korea. He took part in Thursday's meeting via video call, the KFA said. "For various reasons, there was a conclusion that coach Klinsmann can no longer exercise leadership as the national team's coach and needs to be replaced," Hwangbo told reporters after the meeting. Some saw Klinsmann's attitude towards his job including a lack of time spent in South Korea as "disrespectful" towards the public, Hwangbo added. Ex-South Korean international Hong Myung-bo is reportedly among the names being considered to temporarily lead the team for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Thailand if Klinsmann is dismissed, according to Yonhap News TV. Also read: Manchester United's 2022-2023 squad the most expensive ever assembled in Europe: UEFA report Klinsmann, who won the World Cup in 1990 as a player, has previously managed the German and U.S. national teams, as well as Bundesliga side Bayern Munich. He took charge of South Korea last year after Paulo Bento stepped down following their defeat to Brazil in the last 16 of the World Cup in 2022. The German's tenure got off to a rocky start, with South Korea failing to win any of his first five games in charge, losing to Uruguay and Peru and drawing with Colombia, El Salvador and Wales. South Korea's form improved in the build-up to the Asian Cup with a run of six straight wins, and despite being far from their best in Qatar, the Asian heavyweights improved on their quarter-final exit at the 2019 edition by reaching the last four. In their semi-final defeat to Jordan, they were unable to register a single shot on target, falling short in their bid to end a 64-year wait for a third title.

Korean FA advisory body recommends sacking head coach Juergen Klinsmann

Brazil’s loss to Croatia (2-4) on penalties in the quarterfinal clash came as a shocker for everyone across world, even to their rivals, Germany. While it took only four players from each side to determine the winner of the game, Brazil’s star forward Neymar was left waiting for his turn as he was fifth in the line up. Winger Rodrygo and defender Marquinhos missed the penalties for Brazil that saw the five-time champions bowing out of the Qatar World Cup. Rather surprised&nbsp;by this call, former Germany manager Juergen Klinsmann said Brazil should have sent their best shooters first in the shootout.

While Argentina-Netherlands match was also full of drama, Juergen said everyone surrounding him was rather talking about this failed tactic from Brazil than Argentina’s win.

"We were freaking out, it was real drama. We tried to discuss the difference between the drama from the Brazil game compared to the Argentina v Netherlands game and we came up with some ideas," Klinsmann said at a Technical Study Group briefing.

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He said since Brazil conceded a late goal in the 117th minute, they just didn’t have enough time to think or change gears and were rushed into scoring penalties. Juergen added had the case been reversed and Brazil would have sent their best shooters first, including Neymar, who had five goals to his name in this edition, the result could have been different.

"After conceding the equaliser in the 117th minute, Brazil had no time to switch gears. From the disappointment of conceding a last minute goal to the penalty shootout, there was no time to settle and approach the shootout positively.

"For Brazil, they should have maybe put their best shooter first, set the tone with the best penalty taker you have and then go down the rankings," he said.

This, however, was not the case with Argentina as they had sent their legend Lionel Messi to score the first penalty and he delivered. Argentina defeated the Netherlands 4-3 on penalties and cruised ahead to the semis, unlike Brazil that got bowed out after QF loss.

Brazil’s loss to Croatia (2-4) on penalties in the quarterfinal clash came as a shocker for everyone across world, even to their rivals, Germany. While it took only four players from each side to determine the winner of the game, Brazil’s star forward Neymar was left waiting for his turn as he was fifth in the line up.

Brazil’s loss to Croatia (2-4) on penalties in the quarterfinal clash came as a shocker for everyone across world, even to their rivals, Germany. While it took only four players from each side to determine the winner of the game, Brazil’s star forward Neymar was left waiting for his turn as he was fifth in the line up. Winger Rodrygo and defender Marquinhos missed the penalties for Brazil that saw the five-time champions bowing out of the Qatar World Cup. Rather surprised by this call, former Germany manager Juergen Klinsmann said Brazil should have sent their best shooters first in the shootout. While Argentina-Netherlands match was also full of drama, Juergen said everyone surrounding him was rather talking about this failed tactic from Brazil than Argentina’s win. "We were freaking out, it was real drama. We tried to discuss the difference between the drama from the Brazil game compared to the Argentina v Netherlands game and we came up with some ideas," Klinsmann said at a Technical Study Group briefing. ALSO READ: FIFA World Cup 2022 Semi final: Argentina is not just about Lionel Messi – Croatian striker Bruno Petkovic He said since Brazil conceded a late goal in the 117th minute, they just didn’t have enough time to think or change gears and were rushed into scoring penalties. Juergen added had the case been reversed and Brazil would have sent their best shooters first, including Neymar, who had five goals to his name in this edition, the result could have been different. "After conceding the equaliser in the 117th minute, Brazil had no time to switch gears. From the disappointment of conceding a last minute goal to the penalty shootout, there was no time to settle and approach the shootout positively. "For Brazil, they should have maybe put their best shooter first, set the tone with the best penalty taker you have and then go down the rankings," he said. This, however, was not the case with Argentina as they had sent their legend Lionel Messi to score the first penalty and he delivered. Argentina defeated the Netherlands 4-3 on penalties and cruised ahead to the semis, unlike Brazil that got bowed out after QF loss.

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FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil should have put their best shooters first, says ex-German coach Juergen Klinsmann