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Suspected in first World Cup spying scandal

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Photo: Associated Press

The South Korean national team is suspected of being spied on at the training center during preparations for the match against Mexico. 

Local Mexican media reported that a drone flew over a South Korean training center. The drone was shot down by the Mexican military. However, the two people who were flying the drone managed to escape. It is not yet known whether any footage was taken of the training, as Mexican police investigations are ongoing. 

South Korea's next match is against Mexico on Friday at 3 a.m.