Pedro Roma thanks: "It was an honor to be the South Korean

Pedro Roma thanks: "It was an honor to be the South Korean

Why this is important

Pedro Roma has played a significant role in South Korean football, especially during the 2026 World Cup. His work with goalkeepers such as Jo Hyun-woo and Kim Seung-kyu was crucial to the team's defensive stability. Despite the disappointing results, his contribution to player development and team dynamics remains undisputed.

Background

Pedro Roma, who was previously a goalkeeper at Académica de Coimbra, joined the coaching staff of the South Korean national team last year. Under his guidance, the team's goalkeepers gained valuable experience, although the results at the 2026 World Cup did not meet expectations. His departure marks the end of an important chapter for the South Korean national team on the way to the 2026 World Cup.

Key findings

• Pedro Roma thanks: "It was an honor, the South Korean.
• Pedro Roma, goalkeeping coach of the South Korean national team, said goodbye after the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thank you to the association and the players.
• "홍명보 감독님께 감사드린다, 한국을 지도해 영광" 홍명보호 골키퍼 코치, 감사 인사 전했다 "평생 간직할 자부심".

Pedro Roma, the goalkeeping coach of the South Korean national team, has said goodbye to the South Korean national football team after the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. In a message to the Korean Football Association (KFA) as well as to former coach Hong Myung-bo and the team, he expressed his gratitude for the time together. The Portuguese coach, who was previously a goalkeeper at Académica de Coimbra, joined the coaching staff of the South Korean national team last year and accompanied the team to the World Cup in North America. According to Portuguese media "Diário de Coimbra", Roma posted a farewell message on his social media on September 9 (Korean time), in which he stated: "A very meaningful period of my coaching career has come to an end. I would like to thank the KFA, coach Hong Myung-bo and all coaching members from the bottom of my heart. It was a great honor to work with an excellent team and first-class players." He added: "It is unfortunate that we did not achieve the desired results. I have often thought that we could have achieved better results. However, everyone involved gave their all for South Korea. Regardless of the results, no one can deny our dedication." Roma concluded: "Although our professional relationship is now ending, I leave the team with valuable experiences that go beyond the results. I thank everyone who gave me the opportunity to be part of this adventure. I look back with pride on the time I had the opportunity to work for the South Korea national team." Roma was appointed to the coaching staff in July last year, shortly after South Korea qualified for the World Cup - at the request of Hong Myung-bo. During his time with the team, he worked closely with goalkeepers Jo Hyun-woo, Kim Seung-kyu and Song Bum-keun and helped stabilize the defense. He also played a key role in building a competitive environment among the goalkeepers. However, the World Cup did not go according to expectations. South Korea started promisingly with a 2-1 win against the Czech Republic, but lost the following games against Mexico and South Africa 0-1. Ultimately, the team finished third in the group with an overall result of one win and two losses and missed out on the knockout rounds. Despite the hope that the other groups' results would be in their favor, the team ultimately did not have an advantage. After the tournament ended, coach Hong Myung-bo stated that he took responsibility for the results and resigned from his post. As a result, the other Portuguese coaches who had supported the team also left the project.

What happens next

After his departure, Pedro Roma is expected to take on new challenges in football, possibly in a different coaching role. The South Korean national team will now focus on the upcoming qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup to improve their performance and qualify for the tournament again. The search for a new goalkeeping coach could also be on the cards to help manage Roma's successor.

Frequently asked questions

What did Pedro Roma say after the 2026 World Cup?

Pedro Roma thanked the Korean Football Association in a message and expressed his gratitude for the time spent with the team.

Who ha t Pedro Roma's departure confirmed?

Confirmation of his departure came from Pedro Roma himself in a message to the Korean Football Association and on his social media.

Why did Pedro Roma say goodbye now?

Pedro Roma said goodbye to the South Korean national team after the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

What changes have there been in the coaching team of the South Korean national team?

Pedro Roma has ended his role as goalkeeper coach of the South Korean national team after the 2026 World Cup.

What are the main reasons for Pedro Roma's gratitude?

Pedro Roma thanked for the opportunity to work with an excellent team and first-class players, despite not achieving the desired results.

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