Kim Tae-Hwan
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors/D/
South KoreaPlayer Info
Kim Tae-hwan is a dynamic and experienced South Korean right-back, currently a key figure for Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. Born in July 1989, the 36-year-old has enjoyed a stellar career defined by relentless energy, pinpoint crossing, and defensive reliability. He began with the Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma youth system before making a name for himself at Ulsan Hyundai, where his marauding runs down the flank became a trademark. A move to Jeonbuk solidified his status as one of the league's best full-backs, contributing to multiple K League 1 titles and domestic cups. His consistency earned him a regular spot in the South Korean national team, featuring in World Cups and Asian Cups, where his stamina and delivery were major assets. Individually, he has been named in the K League's Best XI on several occasions, a testament to his sustained excellence. Kim's game is built on incredible fitness, allowing him to contribute effectively in both attack and defense for the full 90 minutes. Now a veteran leader at Jeonbuk, Kim Tae-hwan remains a model of professionalism and a benchmark for aspiring full-backs in Asia.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2024/01/13
Ulsan HD FC
Jeonbuk Hyundai MotorsSigned
2018/09/03
Gimcheon Sangmu Football ClubUlsan HD FCLoan Ended
2016/12/04
Ulsan HD FCGimcheon Sangmu Football ClubLoan
2015/01/31
Seongnam FCUlsan HD FCSigned
2013/01/06
Football Club SeoulSeongnam FCSigned
2010/01/02
University of UlsanFootball Club SeoulSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors
KOR K12026
Matches
Games Played
17
Games Started
17
Minutes Per Game
1392
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
4
Accurate Passes Per Game
516
Key Passes Per Game
14
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
32
Accurate Crosses Per Game
10
Success Dribbles Per Game
2
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
15
Interceptions Per Game
8
Clearances Per Game
22
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
4
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
11
Be Fouled Per Game
5