Kai Harley Wagner was born on 15 February 1997 and is a German professional footballer who plays as a left-back for the Philadelphia Union of Major League Soccer.
10 Facts About Kai Wagner
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Kai Wagner made 32 appearances and scored one goal, helping earn SSV Ulm the championship title and promotion to the fourth tier Regionalliga.
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In summer of 2016, Kai Wagner secured a transfer to Schalke 04 II competing in the Regionalliga West, the fourth tier of German football.
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In June 2017, Kai Wagner secured a transfer to Wurzburger Kickers competing in the 3.
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In February 2019, Kai Wagner signed with Major League Soccer club Philadelphia Union for an undisclosed transfer fee.
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Kai Wagner would emerge as one of the best left backs in MLS, contributing 30 appearances and 8 assists in his first season with the Union.
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Kai Wagner contributed 14 starts, one goal, and two assists in the Union's championship season.
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In January 2021, Kai Wagner signed a new contract with the Union through the 2022 season, with an option for 2023.
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On 7 November 2023, Kai Wagner was suspended for three games by Major League Soccer for violating the league's anti-discrimination policy.
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The violation happened on 28 October 2023, during a match against New England Revolution when Kai Wagner called an opposing forward, Bobby Wood, a slur considered racist towards Asian people.