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Korea Republic men’s national team defeated Middle East powerhouse Saudi Arabia, as Jürgen Klinsmann grabbed his first win since taking charge of the Taegeuk Warriors.

Cho Guesung struck the only goal of the game midway through the first half, as Klinsmann’s side beat the Saudis 1-0 at St. James’ Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England on Tuesday. It was the German’s first win in six attempts since he was appointed earlier this year, whilst the head-to-head record against the Saudis has become five wins, seven draws and six defeats.

Having fought out a goalless draw with Wales last Thursday, Korea Republic have rounded off the series of friendly matches with a win and a draw. The Taegeuk Warriors are set to take on Tunisia and Vietnam in October, before participating in the second round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers in November. Next up for Korea Republic are the finals of the AFC Asian Cup to be staged in Qatar in January. .....

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