Chung Mong-gyu, president of the Korea Football Association, submitted his resignation and officially stepped down. Chung was first elected president of the Korea Football Association in 2013 and served four terms.
Chung held a final executive meeting on the morning of the 6th at Cheonan Korea Football Park with vice presidents and board members in attendance. After the meeting, Chung resigned as president of the Korea Football Association.
In remarks that day, Chung said, "As I step down from the presidency of the Korea Football Association, this is my final greeting to you," and added, "I bow my head in gratitude for all the passionate support and stern criticism you have shown toward Korean soccer."
Chung reflected on his tenure and spoke about responsibility. "While serving in the heavy role of president of the Korea Football Association, I ran forward looking only to the development and glory of Korean soccer," Chung said. "At times I met expectations, and at times I caused deep disappointment," he said, adding, "All glory and achievement belong to the players and fans, and all shortcomings and mistakes are solely my responsibility."
Chung continued, "Now I will step down from the presidency and return as a passionate soccer fan to cheer for Korean soccer," and added, "Korean soccer, as it always has, will overcome numerous trials and soar high once again, I am certain."
Under Article 23 of its articles of association, the Korea Football Association plans to appoint one of the vice presidents as acting president. The acting president will assume presidential authority after approval by the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC).