US EditionGerman-Born Jens Castrop Called up by South Korea for Next Month’s Soccer Friendlies
Jens Castrop, 22, is the first mixed-race, foreign-born player selected for South Korea's men's team to boost their 2026 World Cup campaign, coach Hong said.
- On Monday, South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo called up Germany-born Jens Castrop, the first foreign-born, mixed-heritage player selected for the national men's team for friendlies next month against the United States and Mexico.
- Born in Dusseldorf to a German father and Korean mother, Jens Castrop previously represented Germany youth teams and completed a FIFA eligibility switch two weeks ago, debuting for Borussia Monchengladbach a day before his call-up.
- The coach noted Castrop's tough, rugged style and added his Bundesliga growth and strong will are valuable to the team.
- The call-up feeds into preparations for the 2026 World Cup, but it is unclear whether Castrop must perform mandatory military service as the Korean Football Association and South Korean government have not yet discussed the issue.
- As in Casey Phair's 2023 inclusion, Castrop's switch and Germany youth ties highlight dual nationals choosing South Korea, marking a milestone for the men's team.
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SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — German-born Jens Castrop became the first player of mixed foreign origin to be selected for South Korea's national team Monday ahead of games against the…
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The Straits TimesGerman-born Castrop named in South Korea squad
SEOUL: South Korea coach Hong Myung Bo has called up former German youth international Jens Castrop for next month’s friendlies against the United States and Mexico, the first time a mixed heritage player has been included in the men’s national squad. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
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Free Malaysia Today NewsSouth Korea call up German youth international midfielder
Germany youth international Jens Castrop received his first call-up Monday to the South Korean squad as he looks to make his case for inclusion at next year's World Cup. Born in Germany to a Korean mother and German father, the 22-year-old midfielder made his Bundesliga debut on Sunday as a substitute for Borussia Moenchengladbach. He has consistently played for Germany at youth level, including the under-21 side, but now looks set to represent …
Jens Castrop Joins South Korea: A Historic Selection | Sports-Games
Jens Castrop, a former German youth player, has been called up to the South Korean national soccer team for upcoming friendlies against the United States and Mexico. This is the first time a player of mixed heritage has been included. The selection marks a milestone in South Korea's team strategy.
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Germany-born Jens Castrop joins South Korea men's soccer squad in historic move
Germany-born Jens Castrop became the first foreign-born, mixed heritage player selected for the South Korea national team squad. The 22-year-old midfielder, who has a German father and a Korean mother and was born in Dusseldorf, was called up by South…
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