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September 9, 2026

Korean Football Star Ji Dong-won Retires After 16-Year Career

Ji Dong-won, 35, announced his retirement from professional soccer after 16 years, having played for major clubs across England, Germany, and Korea. The striker famously scored a stoppage-time winner against Manchester City while at Sunderland in 2012 and helped South Korea win Olympic bronze that same year. He finished his career with Australian club Macarthur FC after spells in the K League and European leagues.
Why It Matters
If you follow Korean sports or live here, Ji's career reflects Korea's growing presence in global football—his journey from K League to Premier League is a big deal locally.
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