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South Korea bans local media after reports of mockery of Son Heung-min

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By מערכת וואלה ספורט

First reported by N12 · Jun 16, 2026

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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PlacesSouth Korea, Czechia, Guadalajara, Mexico, Monterrey, South Africa

Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

WallaCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
South Korea bans local media after reports of mockery of Son Heung-min
N12Center · HebrewJun 16, 2026
South Korea Team Angered by Media Mockery After World Cup Win
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 16, 2026
South Korea team boycotts local media after journalists mock Son

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