About Ri Yong-jik
Born 1991. Ri Yong-jik is a North Korean association football player.
Ri Yong-jik (李榮直, Ri Yŏngjik, born 8 February 1991), also known as Lee Yong-jick, is a professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Gwangju FC. Born in Japan, he represents the North Korea national team.
Career On 7 January 2020, Ri joined the J2 club, FC Ryukyu ahead of 2020 J2 League season.
On 28 December 2022, Ri joined the J3 relegated club, Iwate Grulla Morioka for upcoming 2023 season.
On 7 March 2024, Ri joined K League 2 club, FC Anyang.
International career Ri received a red card in a game against Saudi Arabia national football team.
International goals Scores and results list North Korea's goal tally first.
No Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition 1. 5 September 2017 Kim Il-sung Stadium, Pyongyang, North Korea 2–1 2–2 2019 AFC Asian Cup qualification
Career statistics Club .
Honours FC Anyang K League 2: 2024
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Who is Ri Yong-jik?
North Korean association football player
When was Ri Yong-jik born?
Ri Yong-jik was born on 8 February 1991 in Osaka.
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Ri Yong-jik is an association football player.
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Ri Yong-jik is North Korean.
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