Park Jong-Jin facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Park Jong-Jin | ||
| Date of birth | 24 June 1987 | ||
| Place of birth | South Korea | ||
| Height | 1.79 m (5 ft 10+1⁄2 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
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Current team
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Gangwon | ||
| Number | 22 | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2007-2008 2008 2009- |
JEF United Ichihara Chiba →Mito Hollyhock (loan) Gangwon |
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| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
- In this Korean name, the family name is Park.
Park Jong-Jin was born on June 24, 1987, in South Korea. He is a professional athlete who is well-known as a talented association football player. He plays as a midfielder on the field.
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Meet Park Jong-Jin, the Footballer
Park Jong-Jin is a professional football player from South Korea. He has played for several clubs during his career. Football is a team sport where players try to score goals by kicking a ball into the opponent's net. Park Jong-Jin is known for his skills in the middle of the field.
His Early Career in Japan
Park Jong-Jin started his professional football journey in Japan. In 2007, he joined a team called JEF United Ichihara Chiba. This team plays in Japan's top football league, the J1 League. He played with them for a couple of years.
Later, in 2008, he also played for Mito Hollyhock. This was a loan move, which means he temporarily played for Mito Hollyhock before returning to his main team. Mito Hollyhock plays in the J2 League, which is Japan's second-highest football league.
Playing in South Korea
After his time in Japan, Park Jong-Jin returned to his home country, South Korea. In 2009, he joined Gangwon FC. This team plays in the K-League, which is the top football league in South Korea. He has been an important player for Gangwon FC since then.
What Does a Midfielder Do?
Park Jong-Jin plays as a midfielder. A midfielder's job is very important in football. They play in the middle of the field, helping both the defense and the attack. Midfielders often run a lot during a game. They help to win the ball back from opponents. They also pass the ball to their teammates to create scoring chances. It's a role that needs a lot of energy and good passing skills.
