South Korea World Cup camp in media blackout after Son Heung-min insult incident (opens original article in a new tab)

South Korea's World Cup team imposed a media blackout after alleged insults toward captain Son Heung-min during training, leading to restricted access and tensions with journalists.

• South Korea's World Cup team restricted media access after alleged insults toward Son Heung-min during training
• Media personnel mocked Son's military service record in footage recorded by JTBC
• Korea Football Association expressed regret over 'inappropriate remarks' and pledged to improve media environment
• Son Heung-min received military service exemption after 2018 Asian Games gold but later completed alternative duties