(Reuters) - South Korea coach Juergen Klinsmann has called on supporters and the media to help build a
STORY CONTINUES BELOW THESE SALTWIRE VIDEOS"positive spirit" around the team as they ramp up preparations for next year's Asian Cup in Qatar amid criticism of the side's performances since he took charge.
Klinsmann, who has also been criticised for not spending enough time in Korea, was scheduled to remain in Europe to watch national team members in action for their clubs but returned to Seoul to asses players competing in the domestic league. "If it doesn't go well, there is enough time to criticise or fire the coach or do whatever you want to.
The Koreans are due to face Tunisia and Vietnam next month in friendlies as part of their preparations for the Asian Cup, a tournament Klinsmann believes they can win.
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