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South Korea bans local media after reports of mockery of Son Heung-min
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100% centerFirst reported by N12 · Jun 16, 2026
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What happened
South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 in its 2026 World Cup opener, but then reportedly boycotted South Korean media in Guadalajara. The dispute followed claims that journalists mocked captain Son Heung-min’s military service on an open microphone. South Korea next faces Mexico, then South Africa.
- 01South Korea beat Czechia 2-1 in its World Cup Group A opener.
- 02The squad reportedly imposed a full boycott on South Korean media in Guadalajara.
- 03The move followed alleged mockery of captain Son Heung-min’s military service.
- 04The team refused interviews with local outlets in solidarity.
- 05South Korea next plays Mexico, then South Africa in Monterrey.
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