When Yoo Jae-Suk recommended Kim Jong-kook for the position of president of the Korea Football Association, Kim Jong-kook expressed his willingness to serve without pay.

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TV personality Yoo Jae-suk sparked a buzz on the SBS variety show Running Man by nominating Kim Jong-kook—who has a special passion for soccer—as the president of the Korea Football Association. In response, Kim Jong-kook revealed his genuine dedication to soccer by stating that he would not accept a salary if he were to take on the role.In a recently released preview clip for Running Man, Yoo Jae-suk mentioned Kim Jong-kooks love for soccer and jokingly nominated him as a candidate for president of the Korea Football Association. Kim Jong-kook expressed his willingness to serve without pay, driven by his passion for soccer, while the cast members drew laughter by pledging to take off their shirts on the streets of Myeongdong if the national team reaches the semifinals of the 2030 World Cup.This scene garnered significant attention among netizens, coinciding with recent discussions about reform in Korean soccer. Netizens responded positively to Kim Jong-kooks genuine dedication to soccer, reflecting the publics interest in bringing about change in Korean soccer.
TV personality Yoo Jae-suk sparked a buzz on the SBS variety show Running Man by nominating Kim Jong-kook—who has a special passion for soccer—as the president of the Korea Football Association. In response, Kim Jong-kook revealed his genuine dedication to soccer by stating that he would not accept a salary if he were to take on the role.In a recently released preview clip for Running Man, Yoo Jae-suk mentioned Kim Jong-kooks love for soccer and jokingly nominated him as a candidate for president of the Korea Football Association. Kim Jong-kook expressed his willingness to serve without pay, driven by his passion for soccer, while the cast members drew laughter by pledging to take off their shirts on the streets of Myeongdong if the national team reaches the semifinals of the 2030 World Cup.This scene garnered significant attention among netizens, coinciding with recent discussions about reform in Korean soccer. Netizens responded positively to Kim Jong-kooks genuine dedication to soccer, reflecting the publics interest in bringing about change in Korean soccer.
TV personality Yoo Jae-suk sparked a buzz on the SBS variety show Running Man by nominating Kim Jong-kook—who has a special passion for soccer—as the president of the Korea Football Association. In response, Kim Jong-kook revealed his genuine dedication to soccer by stating that he would not accept a salary if he were to take on the role.In a recently released preview clip for Running Man, Yoo Jae-suk mentioned Kim Jong-kooks love for soccer and jokingly nominated him as a candidate for president of the Korea Football Association. Kim Jong-kook expressed his willingness to serve without pay, driven by his passion for soccer, while the cast members drew laughter by pledging to take off their shirts on the streets of Myeongdong if the national team reaches the semifinals of the 2030 World Cup.This scene garnered significant attention among netizens, coinciding with recent discussions about reform in Korean soccer. Netizens responded positively to Kim Jong-kooks genuine dedication to soccer, reflecting the publics interest in bringing about change in Korean soccer.
TV personality Yoo Jae-suk sparked a buzz on the SBS variety show Running Man by nominating Kim Jong-kook—who has a special passion for soccer—as the president of the Korea Football Association. In response, Kim Jong-kook revealed his genuine dedication to soccer by stating that he would not accept a salary if he were to take on the role.In a recently released preview clip for Running Man, Yoo Jae-suk mentioned Kim Jong-kooks love for soccer and jokingly nominated him as a candidate for president of the Korea Football Association. Kim Jong-kook expressed his willingness to serve without pay, driven by his passion for soccer, while the cast members drew laughter by pledging to take off their shirts on the streets of Myeongdong if the national team reaches the semifinals of the 2030 World Cup.This scene garnered significant attention among netizens, coinciding with recent discussions about reform in Korean soccer. Netizens responded positively to Kim Jong-kooks genuine dedication to soccer, reflecting the publics interest in bringing about change in Korean soccer.

TV personality Yoo Jae-Suk sparked a buzz on the SBS variety show “Running Man” by nominating Kim Jong-kook—who has a special passion for soccer—as the president of the Korea Football Association. In response, Kim Jong-kook revealed his genuine dedication to soccer by stating that he would not accept a salary if he were to take on the role.

In a recently released preview clip for “Running Man,” Yoo Jae-Suk mentioned Kim Jong-kook’s love for soccer and jokingly nominated him as a candidate for president of the Korea Football Association. Kim Jong-kook expressed his willingness to serve without pay, driven by his passion for soccer, while the cast members drew laughter by pledging to take off their shirts on the streets of Myeongdong if the national team reaches the semifinals of the 2030 World Cup.

This scene garnered significant attention among netizens, coinciding with recent discussions about reform in Korean soccer. Netizens responded positively to Kim Jong-kook’s genuine dedication to soccer, reflecting the public’s interest in bringing about change in Korean soccer.

Running Man Cast Discusses K-Football Reform

During a recent episode of the variety show Running Man, host Yoo Jae-suk jokingly suggested cast member Kim Jong-kook as a candidate for the Korea Football Association presidency. The lighthearted exchange occurred amidst ongoing public discussions regarding the reform of the national football organization following the recent departure of its long-serving president.

Background on Korean Football Governance

The conversation on Running Man reflects broader national interest in the future of South Korean football. Following the team's exit from the 2026 North and Central America World Cup, a new 'K-Football Innovation Committee' featuring prominent former players has been established to discuss structural reforms.