South Korea FA issues apology over sexual services allegations

South Korea’s football association has issued an apology following allegations that it provided “sexual services” to foreign referees during international matches in 2011 and 2012, including World Cup and Olympic qualifiers. A report revealed that inappropriate entertainment was offered on several occasions, leading to scrutiny of the association. The KFA emphasized that such conduct is not currently occurring. The controversy coincides with an investigation into former national team coach Hong Myung-bo’s appointment.

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