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Referee remark reignites debate over treatment of women in South Korean football

An alleged comment by a referee during a WK League match involving Ji So-yun sparks wider concerns about the structural setup and accountability for female players.

1 publisher · 1 article · first seen 8 Sept 2026 · updated 5d ago

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  1. ‘Girl’s day’ controversy reignites debate over how women are treated in South Korean football The Guardian Sport ·

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  • Ji So-yun
  • Korea Football Association
  • WK League