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World Cup Finalist Coach Dalić Reportedly Chooses UAE Over South Korea
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World Cup Finalist Coach Dalić Reportedly Chooses UAE Over South Korea

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Zlatko Dalić, former coach of the Croatian national football team, has reportedly chosen to manage the UAE instead of South Korea.
  • Dalić, who led Croatia to the World Cup final, was a candidate for the South Korean team's next manager position.
  • Several national teams, including South Korea, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia, were interested in Dalić, but he ultimately selected the UAE.

Zlatko Dalić, the celebrated former coach who guided Croatia to the World Cup final, has reportedly decided against taking the helm of the South Korean national football team. While South Korea, along with Qatar and Saudi Arabia, expressed interest in Dalić, his final choice is said to be the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The Serbian media outlet 'Sport Klub' reported that Dalić, who led Croatia to a historic runner-up finish in the 2018 World Cup, has been a prominent name in the running for the South Korean team's next managerial role. However, the report suggests his decision leans towards managing in the UAE.

This development comes as South Korean football officials were reportedly seeking a new coach following a period of consideration. Dalić's experience and success on the international stage made him a highly sought-after candidate, but his reported move to the UAE signifies a different path for his coaching career.

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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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