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South Korea lifts 26-year ban on foreign GKs

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A 26-year ban on foreign goalkeepers in South Korea's top flight has been lifted for the start of the 2026 season .

Only Korean goalkeepers have been allowed to play in the K League since 1999 .

The rule was introduced in a bid to protect homegrown talent when there were only 10 professional clubs.

There were reportedly concerns that there's a shortage of quality keepers in the country.

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