Kim Yong-Sik facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Kim Yong-Sik | ||
| Date of birth | July 25, 1910 | ||
| Place of birth | Sinch'ŏn, Hwanghae, Korea | ||
| Date of death | March 8, 1985 (aged 74) | ||
| Height | 1.72 m (5 ft 7+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| National team | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1936-1940 1945-1950 |
Japan Korea Republic |
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| Teams managed | |||
| Years | Team | ||
| 1954-1955 1960 1968 1969 1980 |
Korea Republic Korea Republic Yangzee Korea Republic Hallelujah |
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| † Appearances (Goals). | |||
- In this Korean name, the family name is Kim.
Kim Yong-Sik (born July 25, 1910, died March 5, 1985) was a famous South Korean athlete. He is best known as a football player and coach. He played for both the Japanese national team and the Korean national team. Kim also competed in two Summer Olympic Games, showing his talent on the world stage.
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Playing for Japan
Kim Yong-Sik was a talented midfielder. He played for the Japanese national football team between 1936 and 1940. During this time, he showed his skills on the international stage.
1936 Summer Olympics
Kim was part of the Japanese team that went to the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany. This was a big moment for him, as he got to compete against top players from around the world. He played in two matches during the Olympics.
Playing for Korea
After Korea became independent, Kim Yong-Sik continued his football career. He then joined the newly formed Korean national football team.
1948 Summer Olympics
Kim represented Korea at the 1948 Summer Olympics in London, England. This was another important event in his career, as he played for his home country on the Olympic stage.
Later Career as a Coach
After his playing days, Kim Yong-Sik became a football coach. He managed the Korean national team at different times, including in 1954 and 1960. He also coached club teams like Yangzee and Hallelujah. His experience as a player made him a respected coach.
