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10MA TOPICS! [KOREA FA][AFC ASIAN QUALIFIERS] Hong credits Korea Republic substitutes for thrilling win over Iraq

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October 16, 2024

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Yongin: Korea Republic head coach Hong Myung-bo hailed the commitment of his players, especially the second-half substitutes, for their dramatic 3-2 victory over Iraq in Group B of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 tie on Tuesday.

The result leaves Korea Republic with a three-point lead at the summit and well placed to seal an 11th consecutive appearance at the FIFA World Cup.

“What was really good today was how the players who came in as substitutes in the second half were dedicated to the team,” said Hong. “Those aspects are taking root in the team. The players are in the process of figuring out how we should move forward. .....



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