Park Jong-woo
Park Jong-woo is a South Korean footballer known for his career as a defender and midfielder. He gained international attention during the 2012 London Olympics when he held up a banner claiming territorial rights over the disputed Dokdo islands after a victory against Japan, resulting in a FIFA disciplinary action that banned him from two World Cup qualifying matches. His actions highlighted the intersection of sports and political issues, sparking discussions about nationalism and representation in international competitions.
Born on Jan 14, 1989 (37 years old)
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Park Jong-woo raised a political message after South Korea's victory over Japan in the 2012 London Olympic men's football bronze medal match.
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Park Jong-woo was banned for holding up a banner about a territorial claim against Japan.
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