Xie Hongyu

Xie Hongyu (; born 16 April 2002) is a Chinese professional footballer who plays as a defender for China League Two club Shanghai Port B.

Early life and youth career Xie was born on 16 April 2002 in Changsha, Hunan. He began playing football at the age of six at Xinwen School in Liuyang, Hunan.

Club career

Hangzhou Qiantang In 2022, Xie represented Hangzhou Qiantang in the Chinese Champions League. On 20 July 2024, during the 17th round, he scored a long-range goal in a 1–0 home victory over Ganzhou Ruishi. On 12 October 2024, during the 27th round of the final stage, he scored in the final moments to secure a 2–1 victory over Hubei Istar.

Lanzhou Longyuan Athletic In 2025, Xie transferred to Lanzhou Longyuan Athletic. On 9 April 2025, during the 4th round of the 2025 China League Two preliminary stage, he scored a goal in a 2–0 home victory over Hubei Istar. On 15 June 2025, during the 14th round, he scored a header in a 2–2 away draw against Shandong Taishan B.

Shanghai Port B In 2026, Xie transferred to Shanghai Port B. On 18 July 2026, during the 17th round, he started in a 2–0 away victory over Changchun Xidu. On 5 August 2026, he was named captain in a 0–1 home loss to Shanxi Chongde Ronghai in a rescheduled match of the 16th round.

Career statistics

Club

Honours Zhejiang Province

National Games (men's U20): 2021