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The South Korean football coach, Shin Tae-yong, has resigned overnight, hours after the South Korean team was eliminated from the World Cup in Qatar.

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Coach Shin, who has been in charge of the team since 2020, stepped down following a loss to Ghana in their final group-stage match, which saw the team miss out on a spot among the top best third-placed teams.

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The move comes as South Korean President, Yoon Suk-yeol, called for an investigation into the team's performance during the tournament.

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The coach's resignation is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding the South Korean team during the World Cup, which have sparked widespread criticism among fans and pundits alike.

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'Tae-yong's resignation sends a clear signal of regret and accountability for the team's poor performance,' said a spokesperson for the South Korean football association.

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Meanwhile, President Yoon has ordered the sports minister and the football association to conduct an internal probe into the team's preparations and strategies for the World Cup.

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The investigation is expected to delve into the team's tactics, coaching, and player selection, and will also look at allegations of corruption and mismanagement within the football association.

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The World Cup has been marred by controversy since its inception, including allegations of match-fixing and bribery, and South Korea's elimination has been met with disappointment from fans in the country.

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Shin Tae-yong is expected to face further scrutiny in the coming weeks, as the investigation unfolds.

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