Bayern's Minjae Kim Completes Military Service Remotely

South Korean footballer Minjae Kim fulfills his military duty through virtual sessions from Munich, thanks to a special exemption.

Minjae Kim, a star player for Bayern Munich, is completing his South Korean military service remotely from Munich.
A special exemption allows Kim to fulfill the remaining 100 hours of his military duty through virtual meetings with children and teenagers.
In South Korea, military service usually lasts 18 months, but athletes like Kim receive a reduced service requirement, which he began before joining Bayern in 2023.
Kim's remote service involves discussing values like discipline and perseverance, themes that resonate with his journey to becoming a professional athlete.
Despite his military commitments, Kim continues to perform strongly for Bayern Munich under the management of Vincent Kompany.