Mr. Park celebrates with Son Heung Min in his new position

son heung min - Ảnh 1. — Mr. Park Hang Seo and Son Heung Min - Photo: FBNV

The match between Iraq and South Korea took place at Basra Stadium (Iraq) in the 9th match of Group B, 3rd qualifying round of the 2026 World Cup. The South Korean team won 2-0 to win a ticket to the World Cup.

In the stands, Mr. Park Hang Seo witnessed both goals by Kim Jin Kyu and Oh Hyeon Gyu in the 63rd and 82nd minutes. The 3 points helped the Korean team defend their top position with a total of 19 points.

It is worth mentioning that for former Vietnam coach Park Hang Seo, this was the first match of the Korean team that he attended since being appointed vice president of the Korean Football Federation on April 9.

Mr. Park Hang Seo also plays the role of head of the campaign to support the 2026 World Cup campaign for the Korean team. Therefore, Mr. Park is present at the time when the team completes its initial goal.

After the match, the coach born in 1957 congratulated the entire team. He thanked and appreciated the contributions of coach Hong Myung Bo, captain Son Heung Min and other players in the campaign.

Not only that, Mr. Park Hang Seo also took a photo with Son Heung Min and Lee Kang In. Son did not play against Iraq because he had not recovered from a leg injury, so he was not registered to play. Meanwhile, Lee Kang In, although he did not score, played brilliantly with a beautiful curling shot that hit the crossbar.

Sharing the first time witnessing the Korean team win a ticket to the 2026 World Cup in his new position, Mr. Park wrote: "I am very proud and happy that we have passed the World Cup qualifiers."

Along with the Korean team, the Jordan team also won a ticket to the World Cup for the first time in Jordan's history. They created a real earthquake with 18 points after 9 rounds and won second place in Group B.