It Turns Out the Egg‑Throwers Were Left Uncharged
On July 3, 2018, the Korean Football Association (KFA) made a surprising decision: they chose NOT to sue the fans who flew a few hard‑hitting eggs at the national team after the World Cup trip home.
Why It Matters
After a quick two‑game wipeout (Sweden and Mexico) and a humble 2‑0 loss to Germany, South Korea’s early exit from the tournament left many fans feeling . Even though that final win against the former champions was a historic moment, it didn’t erase the sting of disappointment for everyone waiting at Incheon Airport.
What Happened at Incheon
- • The caps flew across the air while the players lined up for a photo.
- • A handful of frustrated supporters decided they’d rather throw eggs than cheers.
- • The crowd gave the team a messy souvenir of plain white shells.
In short, the fans were tossing eggs faster than a top‑secret kitchen order. The airport police were quick to intervene, but the key question—should the KFA pursue legal action?—was left hanging.
Official Words from the Police
“We first checked the KFA’s intention whether it wants to punish the offenders before we launch our investigation,” an Incheon airport police chief said. “Throwing eggs is considered an assault, but it’s also an offence which can’t be prosecuted without the victim’s objection.”
In other words, the authorities didn’t want to look at the egg‑shop business as an assault that could be punished unless the team actually asked for it.
A Tradition of Egg‑Shells and Snacks
It’s actually nothing new. Four years earlier, the team faced a similar scathing spectacle of toffees—a Korean insult, synonymous with “nonsense” or “gossip”—after returning from Brazil on a similarly underwhelming journey.
Bottom Line
So, the KFA decided the matter was better left as a generous lesson on how not to show your frustration. Fans learned that in the future, the best way to vent is to drop a pizza instead of an egg. And the players? Mostly come away with a good story to tell at dinner parties.
