Hajime Moriyasu, head coach of the Japan national football team, was asked about former South Korean national team head coach Hong Myung-bo during a press conference held yesterday, July 2, to review the World Cup. Moriyasu defended and consoled the former coach, stating, "Hong Myung-bo also did his absolute best," and urged, "Please be sure to praise him."

Reported by Nam Ju-hyeon | Produced by SBS Sports News Department