1. Overview
Park Woo-Hyun (박우현Park Woo-HyunKorean; born April 28, 1980) is a former South Korean football player who primarily played as a defender. He began his professional career in 2003 with Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma and went on to play for Busan I'Park and Gangwon FC before concluding his career. Throughout his career, Park Woo-Hyun contributed to his teams' successes, notably winning the K-League championship twice and the K-League Cup once.
2. Personal Information
Park Woo-Hyun was born on April 28, 1980, in South Korea. He is a South Korean national and played as a defender throughout his professional football career.
3. Player Career
Park Woo-Hyun's professional football career spanned from 2003 to 2012, during which he played for three K-League clubs.
3.1. Debut and Early Career
Park Woo-Hyun made his professional debut in 2003, joining Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma. His early years at the club saw him gradually integrate into the squad, contributing to their domestic league and cup campaigns.
3.2. Club Career
Park Woo-Hyun played for three different clubs during his professional career, making significant contributions to each team's defense.
3.2.1. Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma
Park Woo-Hyun began his professional career with Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma in 2003. During his tenure with the club from 2003 to 2009, he made a total of 44 league appearances, scoring one goal. He was part of the Seongnam squad that achieved significant success, winning the K-League championship in 2003 and 2006, and the K-League Cup (HaUzen Cup) in 2004.
3.2.2. Busan I'Park
In January 2010, Park Woo-Hyun transferred to Busan I'Park. He spent approximately one and a half seasons with the club, making 14 league appearances in 2010. His time at Busan I'Park saw him continue to be a reliable defensive option.
3.2.3. Gangwon FC
Park Woo-Hyun joined Gangwon FC in July 2011. He played for Gangwon FC until 2012, making 6 league appearances in the latter half of 2011 and a substantial 34 league appearances in 2012. Gangwon FC was his last professional club before his retirement.
3.3. Career Statistics
The following table details Park Woo-Hyun's club performance, including appearances and goals in various competitions throughout his career.
| Club performance | League | Cup | League Cup | Continental | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season | Club | League | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals |
| Korea Republic | League | FA Cup | K-League Cup | Asia | Total | |||||||
| 2003 | Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma | K-League | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 | ||
| 2005 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 1 | ||
| 2006 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 1 | ||
| 2007 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2008 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | ||
| 2009 | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 13 | 0 | ||
| 2010 | Busan I'Park | 14 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Gangwon FC | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | ||
| 2012 | 34 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 34 | 0 | ||
| Total | 98 | 1 | 10 | 0 | 35 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 143 | 1 | ||
4. Honours
During his career, Park Woo-Hyun achieved notable team successes, particularly with Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma.
4.1. K League
- 2003 - Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma
- 2006 - Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma
4.2. League Cup
- 2004 - Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma