James Beresford

James Beresford (; born 17 April 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Thai League 1 club Bangkok United. Born in England, he plays for the Thailand national team.

Club career Youth career Beresford came through the Brighton & Hove Albion academy

In 2019, Beresford started his senior football career with Isthmian League club, Lancing. During his time with Lancing, he had a six-week trial with Championship side Reading. On 12 August 2023, he made his professional league debut, starting in a 4–1 loss to Bangkok United.

In May 2026, Beresford joined Bangkok United on a free transfer.

International career In August 2023, it was stated that Beresford was in contention for a call-up to the Thailand U23 team ahead of the 2023 AFF U-23 Championship and the 2024 U23 Asian Cup qualifiers.

In October 2023, he was called up to the Thailand senior squad for the first team. On 17 October 2023, Beresford made his senior international debut coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 draw with Estonia. In January 2024, he was called up to train with the Thailand U23 side.

Beresford was selected in the Thailand squad for the 2024 ASEAN Championship.

Personal life Beresford is of Thai descent.

Career statistics

Honours Worthing Isthmian league winner: 2021–22 Sussex Senior Challenge Cup winner: 2022–23 Individual Thai League Best XI: 2023–24