DOHA, Qatar
South Korea coach Paulo Bento
says he is leaving his role following his team's elimination from the 2022
World Cup in the last 16.
Bento's side were knocked out
of the tournament after a 4-1 defeat by Brazil.
The 53-year-old from Portugal
was appointed as South Korea boss in August 2018.
"We just have to think
about the future and it will not be with the national team of South
Korea," said Bento.
"I have just announced to
the players and to the president of the South Korean federation and this was a
decision I had already taken since September that was set in stone.
"Today I have confirmed
it and I have to thank them for everything they have done.
"They have given their
very best and I have been very pleased and proud to have been their
manager."
Bento's side beat his native
Portugal 2-1 in their final group game to finish second in Group H and progress
to the last 16. - BBC
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