About Son Yong-chan
Born 1991. Son Yong-chan is a South Korean association football player.
Son Yong-chan (born 15 April 1991) is a South Korean footballer who plays as a midfielder.
Club career Ceres He played in the Philippines with Ceres FC from 2014 to 2016.
Tampines Rovers Son moved to Singapore to play for Tampines Rovers in 2017. His first official match with the Rovers a 2017 AFC Cup game against Felda United on 21 February 2017. During this match, he also scored his first goal for the club.
Personal life Son was born in Jinju, South Gyeongsang, South Korea.
Son has been tagged by the media as the "Smiling Assassin" in Singapore, as he has always flashed his smile whenever the customary pre-match photo is taken. He is famous for his craft but also for his bright personality and sense of humour.
In the Philippines, Son has amassed respect and support from fans. During his first match against his former team, Ceres, Son played for the Singapore side under Tampines Rovers and returned to his former home stadium in Panaad Park and Stadium. It was this time that he again caught the eye of the media through his philanthropic deeds.
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2014 Philippines Football League
2015 Philippines Football League
2016 Philippines Football League
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2017 Singapore Premier League
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India 2nd Division
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2019 Canadian Premier League
2020 Canadian Premier League
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Who is Son Yong-chan?
South Korean association football player (1991-)
When was Son Yong-chan born?
Son Yong-chan was born on 15 April 1991 in Jinju.
What is Son Yong-chan's occupation?
Son Yong-chan is an association football player.
What nationality is Son Yong-chan?
Son Yong-chan is South Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Son Yong-chan. https://biography.guide/son-yong-chan/
MLA: "Son Yong-chan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/son-yong-chan/.
Chicago: "Son Yong-chan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/son-yong-chan/.
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