Event Brief
North Korea anthem played at South’s Bangladesh hockey match
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 9:06 AM ET
Summary: Asian Games organisers in Japan accidentally played North Korea’s anthem ahead of South Korea’s hockey match against Bangladesh. The mistake occurred before the match, prompting attention to the pre-game anthem ceremony.
WHO: Asian Games organisers
WHAT: Accidentally played North Korea’s anthem before South Korea’s hockey match with Bangladesh
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026 at 6:59 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: No specific cause was reported for the anthem mix-up.
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