South Korea faces World Cup exit after Son Heung-Min benching
South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo made a shocking decision by leaving captain Son Heung-Min on the bench for the crucial Group A match against South Africa. This marked the first time since 2010 that the star forward did not start a World Cup game.
The gamble has put the team on the brink of elimination from the tournament.
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