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US-Born Teenager Casey Phair Makes History for South Korea at Women's World Cup

  • Sixteen-year-old Casey Phair has been called up to South Korea's Women's World Cup squad, becoming the first player of mixed heritage to represent South Korea at a World Cup.
  • Phair has impressed at youth level for South Korea and earned her place in the squad based on her performance.
  • South Korea coach Colin Bell wants to protect Phair from the spotlight and allow her to develop her potential.
  • Phair will join experienced South Korean players like Ji So-yun and Cho So-hyun in Group H against Germany, Morocco, and Colombia.
  • Other 16-year-olds, such as Giulia Dragoni, Sheika Scott, and Isabella Pasion, have also made history as the youngest players selected for their countries at the World Cup.
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