South Korea's football is going through a complex year. Following an early elimination in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup, an official investigation has once again placed the federation in the spotlight.
According to the report prepared by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the entity allegedly financed sexual services to enhance its relationship with international referees during the qualifying process for the 2014 Olympic Games and World Cup.
Authorities claim that payments were made using credit cards linked to the federation and correspond to the period between 2011 and 2012.
Referees from various countries are mentioned
According to the investigation, the meetings allegedly took place in massage parlors and adult venues located in Seoul.
