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South Korea to review military exemptions

The South Korean government has officially signaled its intent to overhaul the long-standing military service exemption system for elite athletes. This move comes in the wake of significant public backlash following the recent Asian Games, where celebrations from the national football team sparked a national debate over fairness.

Birmingham City v Portsmouth - Sky Bet Championship

Yang apologises for Korea military service comments

Tottenham Hotspur prospect Yang Min-hyeok has found himself at the centre of a national controversy following South Korea's recent success at the Asian Games. Despite helping his country secure a gold medal on the pitch, the young winger's post-match comments regarding military service exemptions have sparked a significant backlash back home.

Japan v Indonesia - FIFA World Cup Asian 3rd Qualifier

Asian revolution! Radical new Nations League set to replace boring friendlies and shake up World Cup route

The Asian Football Confederation has detailed plans for a new biennial Nations League tournament starting in 2030. The proposed three-tier competition aims to replace uncompetitive friendlies while directly integrating with World Cup and Asian Cup qualification.

Cerezo Osaka v Kashima Antlers - J.League J1

Diego Forlan prepares for Uruguay debut against Japan

Diego Forlan will make his official debut as interim head coach of Uruguay in a friendly against Japan at Miyagi's Q&A Stadium. The iconic forward expressed deep gratitude for returning to the country where he previously represented Cerezo Osaka.

Diego Forlan manages Uruguay Asian tour without injured Federico Valverde

Diego Forlan has embarked on his first international assignment as Uruguay interim head coach without key midfielder Federico Valverde. The Real Madrid star was ruled out of the Asian tour due to a severe ankle injury, prompting Forlan to draft in Palmeiras midfielder Emiliano Martinez.

Made it big in Hollywood! Son is ‘money very well spent’ for MLS

Son Heung-min represents “money very well spent” for MLS and LAFC, Shaka Hislop has told GOAL, with the former Tottenham star helping to open up new markets for North American soccer. The South Korea international moved to the United States in August 2025 and has made a positive go of making it big in Hollywood while operating under the brightest of spotlights.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Chelsea		7	4	1	2	17	13	4	13	W W L D L
5	Liverpool		7	3	3	1	9	8	1	12	W L W D W
6	Aston Villa	1 - 0	8	3	2	3	8	11	-3	11	W W D W L
7	Brentford		7	2	4	1	13	8	5	10	L D W D D
8	Leeds United		7	2	4	1	9	6	3	10	D L D W D

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