Jens Castrop, second from right, and his family [CHRISTIAN VERHEYEN]

How this dual citizen chose his football team

Jens Castrop, second from right, and his family [CHRISTIAN VERHEYEN]   Jens Castrop, a 22-year-old midfielder, has rejected a potential call-up to Germany’s national team and pledged his future to Korea.   “I’ve always valued my roots and identity,” Castrop said. “Choosing a national team isn’t about honor or conditions — it’s about where my…

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Rio Ngumoha celebrates

Newcastle 2-3 Liverpool: Who is Rio Ngumoha?

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has told his teenage team-mate not to take moments in the spotlight “for granted”. “It’s a dream debut for him,” Van Dijk told Sky Sports. “I’m very pleased for Rio. “I’ve said it to him already, it all starts now. He has to keep working hard and stay humble but…

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