Vietnam Coach Kim Sang-sik Discovers Talents Ahead of 2026 ASEAN Cup Vietnam national football team coach Kim Sang-sik made an unexpected discovery at Nam Dinh Stadium. Instead of attending a match at Ninh Binh Stadium featuring key players from the national team, he chose to watch the game between Nam Dinh FC and Ho Chi Minh City Police FC, allowing him to assess the competitiveness and potential of players who have recently emerged as strong contenders. The Vietnam national team is currently preparing for the 2026 ASEAN Cup and the 2027 Asian Cup. On Jun June 12, 2026

Kim Seung-kyu's Heroics Lead South Korea to Victory in World Cup Opener On June 12, during the 2026 FIFA World Cup match held in North America, Kim Seung-kyu played a crucial role in South Korea's victory, which has sparked a wave of congratulations and support for his partner, Kim Jin-kyung, who recently welcomed their first daughter. Fans took to social media to comment on a photo of their daughter, Dalbam, shared by Kim Jin-kyung on June 10. Comments included, "Dad made South Korea win!" and "Dalbam, your dad is amazing!" as well as "Dalbam is a lucky charm! June 12, 2026

Korea Celebrates Dramatic Comeback Victory Over Czech Republic in World Cup Match South Korea's national soccer team transformed Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul into a vibrant festival after securing a thrilling comeback victory against the Czech Republic.On June 12, a large crowd gathered at Gwanghwamun Square to cheer for the national team during the 2026 FIFA North and Central America World Cup match against the Czech Republic.The atmosphere, which had initially dampened after conceding an early goal, quickly ignited when Hwang In-beom scored the equalizer. Fans jumped to thei June 12, 2026

BTS Concert in Busan: Government Prioritizes Crowd Safety The Ministry of the Interior and Safety held a safety management meeting on June 12, led by Kim Kwang-yong, as preparations were underway for the BTS concert in Busan. The "BTS World Tour Arirang IN Busan" concert is scheduled for June 12-13 at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium. This marks BTS's return to Busan for a performance after three years and eight months since their last concert in 2022. With a large number of domestic and international fans expected to gather at the venue, thorough p June 12, 2026

Despite Semiconductor Boom, Employment, Investment, and Consumption Remain Weak The semiconductor industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, yet this prosperity has not translated into broader benefits for the South Korean economy, according to a report by Nomura Securities. On June 12, the firm stated, "So far, the trickle-down effect from the semiconductor boom has not been strongly evident." Nomura held a media briefing on the South Korean economy and stock market in Seoul's Jung-gu Finance Center. Economist Park Jung-woo expressed skepticism about the existen June 12, 2026

Rising Jeonse Prices Hit Highest Increase in Over Five Years The rise in jeonse prices for apartments across the country is outpacing sales prices. Last month, the increase in nationwide apartment rental prices was the largest since October 2021, and in the second week of June, rental prices in Seoul and the metropolitan area continued to climb faster than sales prices. According to a report by Real Estate 114 released on June 12, apartment rental prices nationwide rose by 0.11% compared to the previous week. In Seoul, prices increased by 0.15%, wh June 12, 2026

Coupang Faces Data Breach Settlement as 37.56 Million Users Affected The collective dispute resolution process for Coupang users affected by a data breach has resumed. The Personal Information Protection Commission (PIPC) restarted the victim relief procedures, which had been temporarily halted in February due to the imposition of fines on Coupang. On June 12, the PIPC announced that the Personal Information Dispute Mediation Committee has merged two collective dispute resolution applications against Coupang and initiated the mediation process. Victims who June 12, 2026

Samsung Electronics to Host SAFE Forum 2026 with Key Speakers from Rebellion and Siemens Samsung Electronics will hold the 'SAFE (Samsung Advanced Foundry Ecosystem) Forum 2026' on July 1 in South Korea to strengthen its foundry competitiveness. This year's event will feature key speakers from domestic AI semiconductor startup Rebellion and global industrial software company Siemens, who will share their collaborative achievements and future strategies with Samsung Foundry.According to industry sources, the forum will take place at Samsung's Seocho headquarters in Seoul. Shin Jong-s June 12, 2026

South Korea Celebrates World Cup Victory with Enthusiastic Street Support The South Korean national soccer team achieved a thrilling comeback victory in their opening match of Group A at the 2026 North and Central America World Cup, igniting a wave of red enthusiasm in Seoul's Gwanghwamun Square. On June 12, KT collaborated with the Korea Football Association (KFA) and the Red Devils to host a street cheering event. As the early summer sun shone down, soccer fans clad in red shirts began to gather in Gwanghwamun Square. However, disappointment filled the air when June 12, 2026

South Korea Defeats Czech Republic 2-1 in World Cup Opener The South Korean national soccer team kicked off its 2026 North and Central America World Cup campaign with a 2-1 victory over the Czech Republic. The team demonstrated superiority in both performance and result, leading Vietnamese soccer fans to commend South Korea's competitiveness against European teams. Following the match, Vietnamese netizens shared various reactions regarding South Korea's current standing and the growth of Asian soccer. On June 12, local time, Vietnamese media outl June 12, 2026