Verbeek named new South Korea coach

Dutchman Pim Verbeek was on Monday named new coach of South Korea's soccer team. Formerly the assistant, Verbeek takes over from compatriot Dick Advocaat who stepped down after Korea were......

Dutch coaches make a mark around the world

Blunt manners, a willingness to adapt to local surroundings and the love of adventurous, attacking soccer make Dutch coaches favourites around the world. The qualifying tournament for next year's......

McDonald, North axed from Australia squad

Scott McDonald was one of three players cut from Australia's preliminary World Cup squad by coach Pim Verbeek on Tuesday. Midfielder Nick Carle and defender Jade North were the other two to miss......

South Korea grind down Iran to seal penalty win

South Korea beat Iran 4-2 on penalties after a gruelling 0-0 draw in humid conditions to reach the Asian Cup semi-finals on Sunday. Kim Jung-woo converted the winning spot-kick to send the......

How 'Ronaldo' helped Iran overcome Oman in Asian Cup

'To be honest, I thought of Cristiano for a fraction of a second before the kick.' IMAGE: Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand, left, with team-mate Sardar Azmoun during the Asian Cup match against......