Korea Exit Olympics Despite Win

To qualify from their group, the Koreans had to defeat Honduras by more than three goals and Italy needed to beat Cameroon.

Despite putting in their best efforts, Park Sung Wha’s charges will be disappointed not to have scored more  goals against Honduras.

Playmaker Kim Dong-jin struck the only goal of the game in the 23rd minute, after midfielder Lee Keun-ho threaded a pinpoint pass to the Zenit St Petersburg player.

Honduras coach Yearwood Gilberto opted for a 5-3-2 formation and Honduras dominated in the opening minutes.

Kim’s goal however, turned the tide for the Koreans as they created several attacking opportunities in which three were ruled offside.