FIFA unexpectedly names Coach Kim Sang Sik in an unforeseen manner.

FIFA's official fanpage unexpectedly refers to Coach Kim Sang Sik's "black magic."

On March 19th evening, FIFA's official fanpage delighted the Vietnamese fan community by posting a special message related to Coach Kim Sang-sik. The post quickly attracted significant attention, not only for its congratulatory content but also for its creative presentation, linking to the nickname "black magic" that has become familiar to Vietnamese football fans recently.

Specifically, FIFA posted a series of images of Coach Kim Sang-sik dressed in black, accompanied by a magic wand symbol and a wizard hat. Though not directly stated, this metaphorical message was immediately understood by many fans. This is seen as FIFA "joining the trend" with the humorous analogy Vietnamese supporters have for the Korean strategist.

The origin of the phrase "black magic" stems from the surprising developments in Vietnam's journey during the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers. In the match against Malaysia, the Vietnamese team suffered a heavy 0-4 defeat, sparking strong criticism. However, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) later intervened and ruled Malaysia forfeited due to violations related to naturalized players.

The match result was adjusted to a 3-0 victory for Vietnam, turning the on-field defeat into a paper victory. This paradox led fans to associate it with a "mystical" element, thus giving Coach Kim Sang-sik the nickname "wizard" with "black magic." The image of him holding a staff consequently spread widely on social media.

Not just an interesting story, this event also holds significant importance regarding achievements. With AFC's ruling, the Vietnamese team officially secured advancement in Group F of the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers. This means the red-shirted squad is almost undefeated in 2025, as the sole loss to Malaysia was erased from the official records.

Therefore, FIFA's post is not merely entertaining but also a congratulatory message for the impressive achievements of Coach Kim Sang-sik and his team. Many excited fans commented that "even FIFA knows about the black magic," showcasing the strong spread of this intriguing story within the international football community.

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