S. Korea could exit WC after 'wrong' Son gamble (opens original article in a new tab)

South Korea's World Cup hopes are in jeopardy after a controversial decision to bench Son Heung-Min led to a 1-0 loss against South Africa, with the team now waiting to see if they advance as a best third-place team.

• South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo excluded captain Son Heung-Min from the starting lineup in a World Cup group stage match against South Africa
• South Africa won 1-0, advancing to the knockout round while South Korea's progression depends on other results
• Hong admitted the decision was a mistake and took responsibility for the loss