Jürgen Klinsmann has been dismissed from his role as head coach of South Korea due to a lack of effective leadership. The decision was made by the team’s management.

Jürgen Klinsmann was dismissed from his role as South Korea’s head coach following the team’s elimination in the semi-finals of the Asian Cup and amidst backlash surrounding his leadership.

The committee overseeing the national team has advised for Klinsmann’s dismissal on Thursday. Hwangbo Kwan, the technical director of the Korea Football Association, stated that there are concerns about Klinsmann’s leadership skills and abilities.

After losing 2-0 to Jordan and failing to secure their third title in 64 years, South Korea’s elimination from the Asian Cup sparked demands for the 59-year-old coach’s removal from both fans and politicians.

KFA’s president, Chung Mong-gyu, expressed disappointment in Klinsmann’s time as coach. According to Mong-gyu, Klinsmann did not meet their expectations in terms of leadership, including game and player management and work ethic, which are crucial for enhancing the national team’s competitiveness.

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Klinsmann’s favorability in Korea significantly declined during the Asian Cup when he faced criticism for his demeanor, being seen smiling even after subpar performances. Additionally, his leadership was doubted following a physical altercation between players before the semi-final, resulting in the team’s captain Son Heung-min sustaining a dislocated finger.

During his time in office, Klinsmann faced frequent criticism for primarily working in Los Angeles, where he lives, despite previously stating he would also spend time in South Korea.

Prior to the release on Friday, Klinsmann conveyed his “deep appreciation” to his team, employees, and supporters through a post on Instagram. He expressed gratitude for their unwavering support, which led the team to the semi-finals of the Asian Cup and a remarkable 12-month journey where they did not lose a single game until reaching the semi-finals.

After the defeat against Brazil in the 2022 World Cup’s round of 16, Klinsmann took over as South Korea’s coach, replacing Paulo Bento. However, his early days were challenging as the team went through a five-game winless streak, including losses against Uruguay and Peru and draws against Colombia, El Salvador, and Wales. However, their performance improved before the Asian Cup, winning six games in a row. Despite some lackluster showings in Qatar, they managed to reach the semi-finals but were unable to score a single goal.

Source: theguardian.com