It is contradictory to criticize Hong Myung-bo's cronyism while defending the '96 generation

Everyone absolutely hates the chronic issues in domestic football
represented by Hong Myung-bo:
cronyism and factionalism.
However, circumstances are emerging that suggest
Hong Myung-bo and the '96 generation joined forces
to push Son Heung-min aside.
Wouldn't it be contradictory to criticize Son instead of the '96 generation?
Does Son have any domestic connections? Any academic ties?
He has nothing.
The KFA has continued to select him due to Son's status,
but between his past conflicts with his father and other issues,
they are likely inwardly dissatisfied with him.
If Hong Myung-bo had pushed Son aside this time and reached the Round of 16,
the national team would have been completely taken over by Hong Myung-bo and the '96 generation.