South Korea beat Iraq to qualify for 11th successive World Cup
BASRA, Iraq : South Korea beat Iraq 2-0 in Basra on Thursday to qualify for their 11th successive World Cup with a trip to North America in 2026.
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Uzbekistan, Jordan eye World Cup berths as South Korea close on finals
HONG KONG: Uzbekistan and Jordan will look to secure debut appearances at the World Cup as the pair on Thursday attempt to confirm their progress to next year’s finals while South Korea are also closing in on qualification.
South Korea coach says Son won’t be pushed too hard in 2026 qualifiers
South Korea captain Son Heung-min will be used sparingly in their World Cup qualifiers against Iraq and Kuwait as he builds up his match fitness following his return from a foot injury, coach Hong Myung-bo said on Monday. South Korea, who lead Group B by three points, face Iraq in Basra on June 5 before returning home for their final qualifier of the third round against Kuwait five days later. The Koreans will qualify for their 11th successive World Cup if they avoid defeat by Iraq, who last month appointed former Australia boss Graham Arnold as their head coach. Son has been dealing with the injury for the past two months and was restricted to a substitute’s appearance in Tottenham Hotspur’s 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final. “He and I have not yet discussed exactly how much he will play. But my staff and I already know all about his drive and his desire to play,” Hong told reporters. “Since we have two matches coming up (to try to qualify for the World Cup), I will not push him too hard.
Arsenal success can spur Australia to continental title, says Catley
Defender Steph Catley says her UEFA Women's Champions League title win with Arsenal last week will act as motivation to secure continental glory with Australia when the country hosts the Women's Asian Cup next year.
"Dream Came True": Tottenham Hotspur Captain Son Heung-Min After Europa League Triumph
Son Heung-min said he is the "happiest man in the world" after lifting the Europa League to end his wait to win a trophy with Tottenham. The South Korea international, who joined the club 10 years ago, is Spurs' fifth highest goalscorer of all time but had not won any silverware until a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao on Wednesday. "Wow, an feeling amazing!" Son told TNT Sports. "Today is the day the dream came true. Happiest man in the world to be honest."
South Korea police arrest two over Son Heung-min 'blackmail'
SEOUL: Two people have been arrested for allegedly blackmailing Spurs and South Korea captain Son Heung-min, police said on Thursday (May 15).
Son, Kim and Lee tasting success in Europe despite South Korea’s soccer struggles
SEOUL: South Korea’s national soccer team may be stumbling toward 2026 World Cup qualification and its clubs may have struggled in the Asian Champions League, but three of its biggest stars have been finding success in Europe.
Son Heung-Min Wants Europa League Glory To 'Complete' Tottenham Hotspur Career
Son Heung-min has vowed to "complete" his Tottenham career by leading the troubled team to Europa League glory in the final against Manchester United. Spurs captain Son has scored 173 goals in 451 appearances across 10 seasons in north London but failed to end the club's 17-year trophy drought. The South Korea forward suffered painful defeats in the Champions League final against Liverpool in 2019 and the League Cup showpiece against Manchester City four years ago. But hopes next Wednesday's all-English clash with United in Bilbao will be a more joyful experience.