'Appearance at the Hearing': Chung Mong-kyu and Hong Myung-bo Bow Their Heads in Unison, Saying "We Are Sorry for Failing to Meet Expectations"

*This content was translated by AI.

Former President Chung Mong-kyu and former national team coach Hong Myung-bo, who appeared as witnesses at the Korea Football Association hearing, bowed their heads in unison.

Chung Mong-kyu Jeon (Chairman), appearing at the Korea Football Association hearing held on the 30th at the National Assembly, said, "Although we have made efforts for the development of Korean football during our tenure, we feel deeply sorry for any shortcomings." He added, "As president of the Football Association, I fully recognize my responsibility and am truly sorry for failing to meet expectations."

He further stated, "After resigning as president of the Football Association, I will focus on management as a businessman and contribute to society," adding, "Through today's hearing, we will listen carefully to the opinions of the lawmakers and respond diligently."

Former coach Hong Myung-bo also said, "I sincerely apologize for failing to meet the people's expectations regarding the results of this North America World Cup. I take heavy responsibility for not being able to repay the expectations that have been sent our way," and added, "I will state the facts as I know them without avoiding any responsibilities that must be fulfilled."

Former coach Hong Myung-bo said, "As a coach, I feel both sorry and grateful to the players who gave their all. I take it very seriously that we could not repay their efforts with results." He added, "(Chairman) Lee Jae-jeong and several other committee members appeared at this session to ask questions and verify matters on behalf of the people, which I also take very seriously. We are truly sorry for taking up your precious time over this issue."

At today's hearing, in addition to former President Chung Mong-kyu Jeon (Chairman) and former coach Hong Myung-bo, current acting president Lee Yong-soo, current vice president of the Korea Football Association Kim Byung-ji, current executive director Kim Seung-hee, and former standing vice president Kim Jeong-bae appeared as witnesses. Former technical director of the Korea Football Association Lee Im-saeng and former vice president Park Hang-seo did not appear due to overseas employment commitments. Also absent were Park Ji-sung K-Football Innovation Committee Gong Dong-wi (Director), K-Football Innovation Committee member Lee Young-pyo, and Jeonbuk Football Association President Seo Gang-il, who had been designated as reference witnesses.

Lee Jae-jeong, Chairman of the National Assembly Culture, Sports and Tourism Committee, warned, "The request for appearance from the National Assembly is not merely a request from lawmakers but a demand from the people to appear at a public discussion forum. It is only proper to respond diligently with at least some will." He added, "Avoiding this hearing does not free you from responsibility. You may be summoned again in future scheduled national audits and other proceedings."

<© STARNEWS. All rights reserved. No reproduction or redistribution allowed.>

*This content was translated by AI.