Sex Scandals on the Pitch: A Culture of Corruption in South Korean Football The Korea Football Association's (KFA) recent apology regarding allegations of sex scandals involving referees is a symptom of a deeper problem plaguing the sport in South Korea.
Beneath the surface of international football's globalized facade, a culture of corruption and entitlement has taken root.
Foreign referees have been flown into South Korea for high stakes matches, showered with luxurious hospitality, and rewarded with trips to massage parlors where sex is allegedly provided at no additional cost.