Chicago Cubs 3:2 San Diego Padres 
Houston Astros 4:5 Minnesota Twins 
Colorado Rockies 7:10 Miami Marlins 
Seattle Mariners 6:2 Los Angeles Angels 
Athletics 4:9 Los Angeles Dodgers 
Arizona Diamondbacks 5:4 San Francisco Giants 
Monclova 3:4 Toros de Tijuana 
Oaxaca 7:10 Diablos Rojos 
South Korea’s World Cup dream ended much sooner than expected, and captain Son Heung-min is taking full responsibility. The star forward says he is deeply sorry for letting the nation down and promises to do whatever it takes to make things right.
What Went Wrong for the Team
The squad struggled to find their rhythm in the group stage, losing key matches and failing to advance. Fans watched in disappointment as the team fell short of expectations.
- South Korea lost two of their three group matches.
- They scored only three goals throughout the tournament.
- Defensive mistakes cost them crucial points early on.
Son’s Personal Reaction and Pledge
The Tottenham Hotspur forward was visibly upset after the final match. In a post-game interview, he apologized directly to supporters and made a powerful promise about his future commitment.
“I am truly sorry for our early exit. I will run to death for the Korean fans,” Son said emotionally. “This pain will drive me to work even harder and come back stronger.”
Looking Ahead to Future Tournaments
Despite the early exit, South Korea’s young players gained valuable experience on the world stage. Fans remain hopeful that the team can regroup and perform better in the next international competitions, with their captain leading the charge.