Erik Pop

Erik David Pop is a professional soccer player.

Early life

Pop began playing youth soccer with ProStars FC, which was founded by his father Gabriel. In January 2023, he went to Germany to trial with FC Köln, before signing two weeks later with Karlsruher SC.

Club career

In 2024, he played with Karlsruher SC II in the sixth tier Verbandsliga Nordbaden.
In January 2025, he signed with Valour FC in the Canadian Premier League on a two-year contract, with an option for 2027. On October 5, 2025, he scored his first goal in a 3-3 draw against Atlético Ottawa.

International career

Pop is eligible to represent Canada and Romania at international level.
He made his debut in the Canadian national program in October 2022, attending a camp with the [Canada men's national under-17 association football|soccer team|Canada U17]. He was subsequently named to the roster for the 2023 CONCACAF U-17 Championship and 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.
In 2024, he represented Romania U18.