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INSANE: Torn usmnt gem considering nationality switch ahead of 2026 world cup | Vintage Vibes

Noahkai Banks’s recent form has put him in real contention of a spot in Mauricio Pochettino’s U.S. men’s national team 2026 World Cup roster. The only problem? The young center back admitted he still hasn’t closed the door on switching gears to represent Germany at international level.

Banks is a product of FC Augsburg’s academy and has become a regular in the Bundesliga this term despite being just 19. Born in Hawaii to an American father and German mother, the defender is yet to make his senior international debut, something that has him pondering what his best option is.

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