Chung Mong-gyu Secures Fourth Term as South Korean Football Chief Despite Controversy

The long-serving KFA president pledges transparency and reform following criticism over past decisions and governance issues.

Chung Mong-gyu was reelected as president of the Korea Football Association (KFA) with 85% of the vote, extending his tenure to a fourth term since first taking office in 2013.
The election win comes despite public dissatisfaction over controversial decisions, including the pardoning of players banned for match-fixing and the hiring of former coach Jurgen Klinsmann.
Klinsmann's tenure ended within a year following poor results, and his successor Hong Myung-bo's appointment sparked criticism over a lack of transparency, leading to a government investigation.
Chung faced calls for suspension from the sports ministry over alleged violations in the hiring process but successfully contested the recommendation in court, allowing him to run for reelection.
In his new term, Chung has promised reforms, including greater transparency in coach recruitment and a bid to host the 2035 Women's World Cup.