1. Overview
Kim Myung-Woon (김명운Gim Myeong-unKorean; born 1 November 1987) is a South Korean former footballer. He began his professional career as an attacker with Jeonnam Dragons in 2007, later moving to Incheon United and fulfilling his military service with Sangju Sangmu. His playing positions have been described as both a midfielder and an attacker.
2. Personal Information
Kim Myung-Woon was born on 1 November 1987. He is a South Korean national.
3. Playing Career
Kim Myung-Woon's professional football career spanned several clubs in South Korea, including his debut with Jeonnam Dragons, a significant period with Incheon United, and military service with Sangju Sangmu.
3.1. Professional Debut
Kim Myung-Woon began his professional career in 2007, joining Jeonnam Dragons. During his debut season, he made two appearances in the league. The following season, in 2008, he expanded his presence on the team, participating in 18 league matches.
3.2. Major Clubs
In January 2011, a trade was officially announced that saw Kim Myung-Woon and Jung In-hwan move to Incheon United, while Nam Joon-jae and Ahn Jae-jun transferred to Jeonnam Dragons. During the 2011 K League season, Kim Myung-Woon played in nine league matches for Incheon United.
3.3. Military Service
Following the 2011 season, Kim Myung-Woon enlisted in Sangju Sangmu in late 2011 to fulfill his mandatory military service. Sangju Sangmu is a football club operated by the Republic of Korea Armed Forces that allows professional footballers to continue their careers while serving.
4. Position
Kim Myung-Woon's playing position has been described differently across sources. While some sources indicate he played as a midfielder, others state his primary position was an attacker (공격수GonggyeoksuKorean). Throughout his career, he was known for his contributions in the forward or central areas of the field.
5. Retirement
Kim Myung-Woon is a former professional footballer. Specific details regarding the exact date or circumstances of his retirement from professional play, or his activities following his playing career, are not publicly available.