Asian soccer

Let's now take a look at the Asian soccer.
South Korea is said to be the most successful soccer team in Asia. Since its debut, 1948 Summer Olympics, South Korea qualified for 7 times to the FIFA World Cup. By far, they hold the best record for an Asian soccer national team to a FIFA World Cup Finals, the 4th place. Even though it was more than controversial, the way the official referees called some decisive plays in favor of South Korean team, they made their way through the semifinals by defeating both Italy and Spain. It is to be mentioned that the tournament was held by South Korea & Japan.But without doubt, Southern Korean's soccer team results in the past 10 years represent a clear progress and improvement for the Asian soccer. They are currently ranked 53rd in the world (according to FIFA rankings ) and they held a strong lead in the FIFA World Cup 2010 Qualifying round