North Korea World Cup Qualifiers 2022

North Korea Pulls Out of 2022 World Cup Qualifiers

Withdrawal from Tokyo Olympics and Asian Football Confederation Qualifiers

North Korea has officially withdrawn from qualifying for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, citing concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.

FIFA's Response

The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has voided North Korea's results in the second round of Asian qualifying. As a consequence, the team's opponents will be awarded 3-0 victories.

South Korean Confirmation

South Korean officials have confirmed that North Korea has informed them of its withdrawal from the upcoming qualifying tournament, which is scheduled to be held in Qatar next month.

### Previous Withdrawal

This withdrawal marks the second time North Korea has pulled out of a major sporting event due to COVID-19 concerns. In July 2021, the country withdrew from the Tokyo Olympics, citing safety concerns for its athletes.