Korea DPR is the national football team of North Korea, governed by the DPR Korea Football Association. The team, known for its disciplined and physically robust style of play, represents one of the world's most isolated nations on the international football stage. Based in Pyongyang, the squad draws players almost exclusively from domestic clubs like April 25 and Rimyongsu. The Chollima, as they are nicknamed, have had moments of historic success, most notably reaching the quarter-finals of the 1966 FIFA World Cup in England, a run that included a famous victory over Italy. In recent decades, their appearances in major tournaments have been sporadic, though they have qualified for the World Cup in 2010 and occasionally challenge in Asian Cup competitions. The team is shrouded in secrecy, with little information about player development or internal operations available externally. Their matches are rare glimpses into North Korean football, characterized by immense national pride and a collective, defensive approach.