‘Honoured’ Klinsmann named coach of South Korea

JURGEN Klinsmann, who won the World Cup as a player and led Germany to the semi-finals as coach, has been appointed head coach of South Korea, the country’s football association said today.  

The 58-year-old will arrive in Seoul next week and be in charge for a friendly against Colombia on March 24, the Korean Football Association (KFA) said, adding he had a contract until 2026.  

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