No. 1 candidate Chung Mong-gyu will play for the future of Korean soccer with a firm determination to resolve the decision
Feb 26, 2025
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It was the appeal of candidate Chung Mong-gyu. On the 26th, the 55th Korea Football Association (KFA) presidential election was held at the Korea Football Center in Sinmun-ro, Seoul. For the first time in 12 years since 2013, the chairman of the KFA will be elected through elections.
Candidate Chung was the first to stand on the podium in the announcement of the opinion, which began at 1 p.m. In 2013, Chung was elected as the head of the KFA. There was no rival horse in 2016 and 2021. He ran for re-election and ran alone in the third term without a vote. This time, he is going to try for the fourth term.
Candidate Chung said "As the election was postponed, there was a feeling of regret due to the vacuum in the soccer administration, but it was rewarding to meet more soccer players on the field. There are 192 electors, but I met more than a few times more footballers and heard various stories. Some of these people supported me, and others advised me on what needs to be changed. I came to reflect on the lack of communication with the field. If elected, I will continue to communicate in a lower position. I would like to thank candidate Huh and candidate Shin for their hard work in this election together. While listening to the two arguments, I looked back on the parts that I couldn't take care of.'
Since he became the 52nd president of the Korea Football Association in 2013, he has been constantly thinking and working for the future of Korean soccer. During his 12-year tenure, the association's budget increased to 200 billion won, and broadcasting rights also increased. The FIFA ranking also rose from 54th to 23rd, and the U-20 World Cup was also hosted, marking a new milestone by finishing in the black for the first time in history. The Korea Football Center, a key platform for the future of Korean soccer, is also scheduled to be completed in July. From grassroots to K League 1, the division was established from the 1st to the 7th. It is also preparing to revise the rules of the tournament to define U-20 players. If you give me another chance, I will complete various policies and projects based on my achievements for 12 years. I will focus on what I am good at, such as completing the Taiwan National Football Center and diplomacy. The technical part will select professional soccer administrators to advance and decentralize them. "
To this end, four pledges were made. Candidate Chung said, `First, we will increase the credibility of the association through intensive internal innovation and personnel reform. Second, we will make the Korea Football Center an efficient platform for future industrial development. Third, we will complete the construction of the elevation system for each division. Finally, I will increase the international status and competitiveness of Korean soccer."
Finally, he said, `I will not forget the rebuke of the fans and footballers who showed me last year. I will work in a lower position to hear the voices of soccer players while communicating more with the field. I will play for the future of Korean soccer with a firm determination to solve the problem. I will make sure to be trusted so that I can revive my pride. I hope you will give strength to Chung Mong-gyu."
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If there is no majority vote, the final round will be held between the first and second places in the first round. In the final round, candidates with multiple votes will become the chairman. If it continues until the final vote, the winner will be elected only after 6 p.m.
It was an election campaign with a lot of talk and a lot of trouble. Initially, the presidential election was scheduled to be held on the 8th of last month. However, it was postponed in a surprise move on the 7th, a day before the election, when the court cited Huh Jung-moo's application for an injunction against the KFA. The election date has been rescheduled for January 23. However, as candidates Huh Jung-moo and Shin Moon-sun protested again, all members of the election management committee resigned, and the second election was also canceled.
With the new KFA election management committee organized, there was another twist. The government's `breathing' ran wild even before the election. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism conducted a specific audit last year and demanded the KFA to impose severe disciplinary measures beyond the suspension of Chung Mong-gyu. Candidate Huh Jung-moo and Shin Moon-sun have also been in question.
The KFA filed an application for suspension of execution along with an administrative lawsuit. This time, the court ruled in favor of the KFA. It has decided to cite an application for suspension of execution. With all the controversy raised 'controversy' removed, the election was held after a long hiatus.
The official election campaign, which began on the 16th, ended at midnight on the 25th. The journey of the three candidates who have been throughout the country has also come to an end. Candidate Chung Mong-gyu, who is seeking the fourth term, pledged to restore KFA's trust through intensive reform and communication, enhance the international status and competitiveness of Korean soccer, complete the divisional promotion system, and complete and independent Korea's soccer center.
Candidate Huh Jung-moo presented five keywords under the banner of 'Enjoyable Challenge': companion, fairness, balance, transparency, and fostering. Candidate Shin Mun-seon advocated 'Working CEO'.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
