The 59-year-old was “disrespectful” to the people by spending little time in the nation, the nation’s football governing body claims, and he had neglected to resolve internal strife among the team.
Top Korea Football Association (KFA) officials announced his dismissal after a tumultuous 12-month stint, citing his failure to address internal discord among the team.
They said in a harsh evaluation that Klinsmann did not show leadership or meet standards, and it was thought he was not likely to get better.
Additionally, it was said that the 59-year-old was “disrespectful” to the Korean people by visiting the nation insufficiently.
After South Korea’s shocking 2-0 loss to Jordan last week, which prolonged their 64-year quest for another Asian Cup championship, pressure has grown on Klinsmann. In the end, Jordan was defeated 3-1 by Qatar, the hosts.
The unrest was sparked by media allegations of a fight between Tottenham captain Son Heung-min and rising talent Lee Kang-in during the competition.
Son suffered a finger injury following a fight amongst the players during a team supper on the eve of the game.
“It happened when some young players went up to play table tennis, and Son and other older players took issue with it,” a football official reportedly told The Guardian.
“The players exchanged a few words and Son hurt his finger in the process.”
