“I can’t help but think seriously about the fairness of the review.”
Former national team coach Huh Jung-moo, who is running to become the next president of the Korea Football Association, criticized the Korea Sports Association’s Sports Fair Committee review that approved President Chung Mong-gyu’s bid for a second term.
Former coach heo said in a statement on the 13th, “Have (Korea Sports Council President Lee Ki-heung and Chairman Chung) led the association fairly and properly enough to run for third and fourth terms, respectively?” and “Their incompetence and morality can no longer be questioned.” “The majority of the public knows that he cannot maintain his position as chairman, but the Fair Trade Commission made a entirely different judgment,” he said.
He continued, “We cannot help but ask whether the Fair Trade Commission conducted a fair review. “In particular, when we recall that there was controversy that the Chairman of the Fair Trade Commission in charge of this review should be investigated for violation of the Anti-Graft Act after it was revealed that he had received golf entertainment from Chairman Chung, we cannot help but think seriously about the fairness of the review,” he added..
At the same time, he said, “The evaluation table and list of committee members must be made public as soon as possible to receive a strict judgment from the public. “And if there is a problem, the fair Trade Commission must be reorganized with properly qualified members to undergo a clear and fair review,” he emphasized.
Chairman Chung passed the reappointment screening of the korea Sports Association’s Fair Trade Commission held on the 11th, opening the way for him to run for a fourth term.
Consequently,the 55th football Association President election was held as a three-way match between Chairman Chung,former coach Huh,and visiting professor Shin Moon-seon of the Department of Sports Record Analysis at Myongji University’s graduate School of Records and Facts Science.
The candidate registration period for the Football Association President election is from the 25th to the 27th, and the election will be held on January 8th next year.
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– What are the key issues in Korean sports governance that Huh Jung-moo is addressing in his campaign?
Interview: Unpacking Controversy in Korean Sports Governance
Editor (Time.news): Good afternoon, and welcome to time.news. Today, we have a special guest, Huh Jung-moo, the former national team coach and current candidate for the presidency of the Korea Football Association. Huh, thank you for joining us.
Huh Jung-moo: Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to be here.
Editor: Let’s dive right into your recent statements regarding the Korea Sports Association’s review of President Chung Mong-gyu’s bid for a second term. You raised concerns about the openness and fairness of the review process. can you elaborate on why you believe it lacks fairness?
Huh Jung-moo: Certainly. My main concern revolves around the credibility of the review conducted by the Fair Trade Commission. Given the allegations surrounding Chairman Chung, particularly regarding his past actions and the fact that the chairman of the Fair Trade Commission has been scrutinized for receiving golf entertainment from him, it raises serious questions. How can we trust that their review process was conducted impartially?
Editor: You also mentioned that the public seems to recognize the incompetence and morality issues regarding the current leadership. Do you feel this sentiment is widespread among fans and stakeholders in Korean football?
Huh Jung-moo: Absolutely.Fans are passionate and invested in the success and integrity of our football.Ther is a growing sense that the current leadership is not equipped to steer the association in a positive direction. Many believe it is indeed time for a change, and the way this review was conducted only reinforces that sentiment.
Editor: You express skepticism about the decisions made by the Korea Sports Council. What specific changes would you advocate for in the governance of sports in Korea if elected?
Huh Jung-moo: First and foremost, we need to establish clearer, more stringent guidelines for governance and oversight in our sports associations. There must be checks and balances that can prevent conflicts of interest. additionally, I believe transparency is key. Fans and stakeholders should have access to data about decision-making processes, so they can have confidence in the management of our sports.
Editor: Considering your concerns, what role do you see for the public and media in holding sports organizations accountable?
Huh Jung-moo: The public and media play a crucial role in maintaining accountability. healthy scrutiny from both areas can definitely help ensure that the leaders of our sports associations are acting in the best interests of the athletes and fans. Encouraging an open dialog and fostering investigative reporting can help bring critical issues to the forefront and keep the organizations in check.
Editor: In your closing remarks, what message would you like to convey to voters or supporters as you campaign for the presidency of the Korea football Association?
Huh Jung-moo: I want to assure everyone that my commitment to fairness, transparency, and the betterment of Korean football is unwavering. We need leaders who prioritize the integrity of the sport over their personal ambitions. It’s time for a new direction, and I’m eager to steer us toward a brighter future for Korean football.
Editor: Thank you, Huh Jung-moo. We look forward to seeing how your campaign develops and hope for positive changes in the future of Korean football.
Huh Jung-moo: Thank you for having me. Let’s continue to push for the right changes in our beloved sport.