The wife of South Korean goalkeeper Kim Seung Gyu, Kim Jin Kyung, has recently been the target of intense online criticism after she gave birth to their first child without her husband present. This situation arose as Kim Seung Gyu was busy competing in the 2026 World Cup, where South Korea faced a disappointing loss to Mexico.

During the match, Kim Seung Gyu made a crucial mistake that led to the only goal of the game, resulting in his team’s defeat. As a result, he has been labeled as the scapegoat by fans who have taken to social media to express their frustration. Unfortunately, this backlash has extended to his wife, Kim Jin Kyung, who has been subjected to cruel comments online.

In the days following the birth of their daughter, many netizens flooded Kim Jin Kyung’s social media accounts with harsh remarks, criticizing both her and her husband for the situation. Even a video showcasing her successful delivery became a battleground for negative comments aimed at Kim Seung Gyu.

To manage the situation, Kim Jin Kyung has had to limit the commenting features on her YouTube channel and social media platforms, allowing only registered users to comment or restricting comments altogether. This decision highlights the severity of the online harassment she has faced since her husband’s misstep during the World Cup.

Kim Jin Kyung gave birth recently while her husband was preparing for World Cup matches, meaning he could not be by her side during this significant moment. Since the birth, Kim Seung Gyu has only been able to see their daughter through video calls due to the time zone difference. He expressed that seeing his daughter has provided him with motivation to perform better in the tournament.

In a press conference, Kim Seung Gyu publicly apologized to his wife for not being there during the birth and promised to make it up to her with strong performances in the remaining matches of the World Cup. The couple, who married in June 2024, welcomed their daughter into the world amidst the pressures of international competition.

Kim Jin Kyung, born in 1997, began her career in the entertainment industry at the age of 15 as a model before transitioning into acting, gaining recognition for her roles in various television dramas. Meanwhile, Kim Seung Gyu, who has played for FC Tokyo since early 2025, is participating in his fourth World Cup, having made nearly 90 appearances for the national team since 2013.