Yoon Du-jun Sighs Over South Africa Loss... "The National Team Has Never Been Like This"

[Dispatch=Lee Myung-joo Reporter] Singer and actor Yoon Du-Jun sighed over the North, Central and South America World Cup group stage third match defeat.

On the 25th, Yoon Du-Jun conducted a live broadcast commentary through the Highlight YouTube channel for the 2026 FIFA North, Central and South America World Cup Group A final third match.

The South Korean national football team led by coach Hong Myung-Bo lost 0-1 to South Africa. With 1 win and 2 losses (2 goals scored, 3 conceded), the team finished third in the group.

As the team's prospects darkened, Yoon Du-Jun could not hide his disappointment. Nevertheless, he voiced his support saying, "It's not over yet. Let's try to make one more match work."

However, his earnest support did not reach. The Hong Myung-Bo team failed to advance directly in the tournament, finishing third behind Mexico (9 points) and South Africa (4 points).

Right after the match, Yoon Du-Jun said, "It hurts a lot," struggling to continue. As if in shock, he asked again, "Actually, I can't believe it. Is this a dream?"

He said, "I think I need to check the situation of third place in other groups," but expressed concern, "Getting to the round of 32 as third place is not everything. We'll face the first place team from another group."

He looked back on the first match against Czech Republic. "Back then during the Czech game, I didn't think it would come to this," and said, "I won't say what I want to say. I think I might misspeak."

Yoon Du-Jun said, "The team I support most enthusiastically is the South Korean national football team, but this has never happened before. I've watched since I was 5 years old, and it's regrettable."

Yoon Du-Jun is a representative soccer fan in the entertainment industry. He has also served as a K League promotional ambassador. During international tournaments like the World Cup, he has continued to support the players through live broadcast commentary.