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Kim Nam-il addresses 'Son Heung-min backbiting' controversy on TikTok show
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Kim Nam-il addresses 'Son Heung-min backbiting' controversy on TikTok show

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former national soccer team coach Kim Nam-il will address controversy surrounding alleged critical remarks about Son Heung-min.
  • The discussion will take place on the live broadcast of the 'Tiki Taka Show' on TikTok.
  • The show will also review the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, including the match between South Korea and South Africa.

Kim Nam-il, a former coach of the South Korean national soccer team, is set to break his silence on the controversy surrounding alleged critical comments made about star player Son Heung-min. The remarks, often referred to as the 'Son Heung-min backbiting incident,' have generated significant discussion within the South Korean sports community.

Kim, along with former goalkeeper Kim Young-kwang, will share their perspectives on the issue during a live broadcast of the TikTok original content program, 'Tiki Taka Show' (Tiki Taka Show).

The upcoming episode will also serve as a comprehensive review of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. A key focus will be the match between South Korea and South Africa, with the hosts expected to provide insights into the team's performance and prospects.

The program is scheduled to air live at 8 p.m. today. The discussion is anticipated to shed light on the dynamics within the national team and address the public's concerns regarding player treatment and coaching commentary.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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