K League Opens Applications for Second ‘Next Play’ Career Program for Retired Players
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At a glance
- K League Assist is recruiting retired football players for the second session of its Next Play career-development program.
- Launched in 2024, the program helps former players plan careers and prepare for life after football.
K League Assist is accepting applications from retired football players for the second session of its Next Play career program.
Launched in 2024, the program aims to help players overcome uncertainty about life after retirement and prepare for a second career. It treats retirement not as a break in a career, but as the start of a new phase, beginning with career exploration and planning.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.