SAN JOSE, Calif. – Three San Jose Earthquakes players have been called to their respective national teams for matches during the upcoming FIFA international window in September. Midfielder Jahmir Hyka will represent Albania against Israel and Scotland, while defender Guram Kashia and midfielder Vako will represent Georgia against Kazakhstan and Latvia.
The UEFA Nations League is a new international competition that will commence every two years. Albania is competing in Group 1 of the third-tier League C alongside Israel and Scotland, while Georgia was drawn into Group 1 of the fourth-tier League D, which includes Kazakhstan, Latvia and Andorra.