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Jung Sung-ryong
Born (1985-01-04) January 4, 1985 (age 41)
Seongnam, Gyeonggi, South Korea
OccupationProfessional footballer
Years active2003–present
Known forGoalkeeper for Kawasaki Frontale and South Korea national team


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Jung Sung-ryong (Template:Korean; Korean pronunciation: [tɕʌŋ.sʌŋ.njoŋ]; born January 4, 1985) is a professional footballer from South Korea who serves as a goalkeeper for the club Kawasaki Frontale.

Early life

Jung was born in Seongnam, located within Gyeonggi,[1] and spent his childhood in Gwangju. His introduction to football came in the second grade of elementary school when his father gifted him a football.[1] By the time he reached fifth grade, his school established a football club,[1][2] marking the beginning of his football journey. Initially positioned as a sweeper, Jung transitioned to playing as a goalkeeper during his middle school years.[1]Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name

After completing middle school in Gwangju, Jung enrolled at Seogwipo High School in Seogwipo, Jeju.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name During the 2002 Korean National Sports Festival, he represented Jeju's provincial team in the high school division and emerged victorious.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name

Pohang Steelers

Jung embarked on his professional career by signing with Pohang Steelers in January 2003.[1] However, for the initial three seasons, he did not feature for the senior squad as he was the backup to first-choice goalkeeper Kim Byung-ji.[3] Contemplating military service due to limited playing opportunities, Jung was persuaded by reserve team coach Park Tae-ha to remain patient and await his chance.[3]

Following Kim's departure from Pohang ahead of the 2006 season, Jung began competing with Shin Hwa-yong for the starting goalkeeper position.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name He made his professional debut on 22 April 2006, securing a clean sheet in a 1–0 win over Gyeongnam FC.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad nameCite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name After this breakthrough, Jung became a regular starter. Throughout the 2006 K League season, including the Korean League Cup, he played 26 matches and conceded 27 goals,Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name while Shin appeared 13 times, allowing 21 goals.

During the 2007 regular season, Pohang favored Shin as Jung fulfilled duties with the under-23 national squad.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name Nonetheless, Jung was entrusted as Pohang's goalkeeper for both the K League Championship and the Korean FA Cup, contributing significantly to their K League title triumph,Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name and helping the team reach the FA Cup final.Cite error: The opening <ref> tag is malformed or has a bad name

Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma

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Jung celebrating Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma's 2010 AFC Champions League victory alongside teammates.

In February 2008, following Kim Yong-dae's enlistment with Gwangju Sangmu, Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma recruited Jung as Kim's replacement.[4] Although Jung engaged in transfer talks with Pohang, he ultimately departed the club despite having a year remaining on his contract.[5]

Assuming the role of first-choice goalkeeper at Seongnam, Jung's immediate impact contributed to the team conceding the fewest goals throughout the 2008 regular season.

Even after Kim's return from Sangmu in 2009, Jung maintained his starting position. Notably, during the 2009 K League Championship, he switched roles to become an outfield player just before the penalty shootout. Although he missed Seongnam's third penalty, the team still secured victory.[6]

Jung was instrumental in Seongnam's triumph in the 2010 AFC Champions League title,[7] appearing in all twelve fixtures from group stage through to the final and securing five clean sheets.[8] Additionally, he took part in the 2010 FIFA Club World Cup.

Suwon Samsung Bluewings

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Jung representing Suwon Samsung Bluewings in 2011.

On 28 January 2011, Jung officially signed a five-year contract with Suwon Samsung Bluewings, with the transfer fee undisclosed.[9] Despite interest from Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors, Jung opted to join Suwon.[10]

Facing his former team Seongnam in the 2011 Korean FA Cup Final, Jung and Suwon were defeated.[11]

During the first leg of the 2011 AFC Champions League semi-final against Al-Sadd, Jung suffered an unfortunate incident. After play was paused due to an injured player and as Jung prepared to resume by receiving the ball, Al-Sadd forward Mamadou Niang unexpectedly intercepted and scored a controversial goal. Although Jung kept a clean sheet in the second leg, Suwon lost on aggregate 2–1 due to this disputed goal.[12]

Jung was sidelined for two months while representing the national under-23 squad as an over-aged player at the 2012 Summer Olympics. At the conclusion of the 2012 season, he was shortlisted for the K League FANtastic Player accolade but ultimately lost to Dejan Damjanović.[13]

In a K League fixture against Pohang on 10 November 2013, Jung committed a significant error that damaged his reputation. After blocking a shot from an opponent, he inadvertently propelled the ball into his own net using his hand while off balance. This moment drew criticism and was likened to a slam dunk mishap.[14]

Throughout the 2014 K League 1, Jung delivered exceptional performances that aided Suwon in securing second place overall. He earned Suwon's Player of the Month award for April,[15] and was recognized as K League Player of the Week during round 30.[16] Mid-season, several British clubs including Queens Park Rangers, Fulham, and Celtic expressed interest,[17] yet a move to Europe did not materialize.

During the 2015 campaign, Jung struggled with knee injuries that limited his appearances for Suwon,[18] allowing backup goalkeeper No Dong-geon significant playing time.[19]

Kawasaki Frontale

On 24 December 2015, it was confirmed that Jung would transfer to the J1 League club Kawasaki Frontale, officially joining them on 2 February 2016.

In his debut J1 League appearance, Jung maintained a clean sheet; however, in the following match against Shonan Bellmare, he inadvertently scored an own goal after losing control of the ball due to a collision with opposing striker Thiago Quirino. This incident occurred because the foul by Quirino was not acknowledged, causing Jung to lose focus. Ultimately, Kawasaki conceded four goals, resulting in a 4–4 draw. After sustaining a knee injury in mid-September 2016, Jung made his comeback during the Emperor's Cup fourth round match versus Urawa Red Diamonds on 12 November. He notably saved a penalty from Zlatan Ljubijankić in the shootout following a 3–3 draw, contributing to Kawasaki's advancement to the quarterfinals. At season's end, Kawasaki Frontale finished as runners-up in both the 2016 J1 League and the Emperor's Cup.

Ahead of his second year in Japan, Jung was appointed as Kawasaki's vice-captain. His opening match of the 2017 campaign was a Champions League fixture against his former club Suwon and former rival Shin Hwa-yong. The game concluded in a 1-1 draw after an own goal by one of his teammates. In a subsequent away encounter with Suwon and Shin, Jung secured a clean sheet leading to victory. On 8 April 2017, he captained Kawasaki for the first time in a J1 League game against Ventforet Kofu. That season, Kawasaki Frontale clinched their inaugural J1 League championship.

Jung received his first career red card on 2 May 2018 during a 2–0 defeat to Urawa. Following his dismissal for fouling forward Andrew Nabbout in the 70th minute, defender Tatsuki Nara took over as goalkeeper for the remainder of the match since all substitutions had been used. Despite this setback, Kawasaki conceded the fewest goals throughout the 2018 J1 League season and secured their second consecutive league title. Jung's outstanding performances earned him a spot in the J.League Best XI for 2018.

During the 2019 Japanese Super Cup, Jung kept a clean sheet, aiding Kawasaki in a 1–0 triumph over Urawa. Nevertheless, by the closing months of the 2019 season, he lost his starting position to Shota Arai.

Prior to the 2020 season, Jung renewed his contract with Kawasaki despite an uncertain role in the previous year. He justified this confidence by guiding the team to their third J1 League title and securing their first Emperor's Cup victory. His efforts once again earned him inclusion in the J.League Best XI.

Following a friendly match against Paris Saint-Germain on 20 July 2022, Jung was praised as an elite goalkeeper by PSG’s official website despite Kawasaki’s 2–1 defeat.

In a friendly clash with Bayern Munich on 29 July 2023, Jung played for half an hour without conceding any goals and encountered fellow South Korean player Kim Min-jae, who represents Bayern. During the 2023 Emperor's Cup final versus Kashiwa Reysol on 9 December, Jung delivered an exceptional performance by preventing any goals across 120 minutes despite facing nineteen shots. He also scored the winning penalty and saved Kashiwa’s goalkeeper’s attempt during the shootout, securing an 8–7 victory for Kawasaki.

Initial involvement

Jung received his first call-up to the South Korea national football team in July 2006.[20] He was also included in the squad for the 2007 AFC Asian Cup,[21] although he remained on the bench throughout the tournament. Jung made his senior team debut during a friendly match that ended in a 1–0 loss to Chile on 30 January 2008.[22]

During the qualifying rounds for the 2008 Summer Olympics, Jung conceded only three goals across ten matches, playing a key role in South Korea's qualification. Shortly before the Olympics, on 27 July 2008, he scored an extraordinary goal from approximately 85 meters (93 yards) in an under-23 friendly against Ivory Coast.[23] This remarkable feat held the world record until Everton goalkeeper Tim Howard surpassed it with a 93-meter (101-yard) goal in the 2011–12 Premier League.[24] Jung appeared in all three matches at the Olympic tournament, but South Korea did not advance past the group phase.

2010 FIFA World Cup

Ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Jung was appointed as the successor to Lee Woon-jae as South Korea’s primary goalkeeper.[25] In a pre-tournament friendly against Spain, he conceded just one goal and earned commendations for his display.[26]

In his World Cup debut against Greece, Jung maintained a clean sheet despite being challenged by intense sunlight.[27] Although South Korea allowed four goals in their following match versus Argentina—including an own goal by a teammate—Jung received praise for saving eight shots from Argentine attackers.[28][29]

Unfortunately, during the round of 16 match against Uruguay, Jung’s error led to heartbreak.[30] Misjudging a cross from Diego Forlán, he left his goal unguarded, allowing Luis Suárez to score into an empty net. South Korea ultimately lost 2–1 after Suárez added another goal.[31] Despite this setback, Jung was honored alongside Lee Chung-yong and Park Ji-sung as one of South Korea's fan-selected MVPs of the tournament.[32]

2011 Asian Cup

Jung participated in every one of South Korea's six matches during the 2011 AFC Asian Cup. In the semi-final against Japan, he successfully saved a penalty taken by Keisuke Honda. However, a contentious goal followed when Hajime Hosogai entered the penalty area prematurely before Honda's kick and scored from the rebound.[33] Due to this unfortunate event, the match ended 2–2, leading to a penalty shoot-out. During the shoot-out, Jung was unable to stop any of Japan’s three attempts, resulting in South Korea’s 3–0 loss.[34] South Korea secured third place by overcoming Uzbekistan in the consolation match.[35]

2012 Summer Olympics

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Jung blocking a penalty kick from Aaron Ramsey during the Olympic quarter-final against Great Britain.

Chosen as an over-aged player for South Korea’s under-23 squad at the 2012 Summer Olympics, Jung played a crucial role throughout the competition.[36] In the quarter-finals against Great Britain, Jung had conceded just one goal across three group stage games. Despite Great Britain earning two penalties in the first half through Aaron Ramsey, Jung managed to save one of these attempts.[37] Unfortunately, during the second half, Jung sustained an injury following a collision with Micah Richards, which forced his substitution by Lee Bum-young.[38] While Jung was sidelined with a shoulder injury, Lee conceded three goals in the semi-final loss to Brazil.[39] Returning for the bronze medal match against Japan, Jung kept a clean sheet and allowed only two goals over five tournament games, playing an instrumental role in securing South Korea’s first Olympic football medal.[40][41]

2014 World Cup

Jung participated in every qualifying match for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, yet after South Korea secured their spot, he faced competition from Kim Seung-gyu for playing time in the tournament.[42] Despite a decline in form during pre-tournament friendlies, Hong Myung-bo, who had relied on Jung during the 2012 Summer Olympics, continued to place his confidence in him.[43]

In South Korea's opening game against Russia, Jung impressively blocked nine out of ten shots on goal, earning praise from media outlets.[44] However, his performance faltered in the subsequent match versus Algeria, where he conceded four goals and faced significant criticism for what was considered his poorest showing.[45][46] For the final group stage fixture against Belgium, Kim replaced Jung as goalkeeper, and South Korea exited the tournament at the group phase.[47]

Following the 2014 World Cup, Jung was included in South Korea's squad for the 2015 AFC Asian Cup, although he did not feature in any matches throughout the competition.

Personal life

Jung has an older sister by one year.[1] At fifteen years old, he experienced the loss of his father at age 59, an event he has stated had a profound impact on him.[1] In December 2008, Jung wed Lim Ji-jeong, who had won Gyeongnam's title in the Miss Korea 2006 pageant.[1][48][49] The couple are parents to two sons and two daughters.[1][50][51][52] After relocating to Japan, Jung began adapting to life there with his family and started studying Japanese.[53][54]

On his left wrist, Jung has a tattoo inscribed with: "1 means my pride as a goalkeeper and my sense of responsibility as a keeper. It is meant to be."[55]

Jung practices Christianity.[56][57]

In July 2010, Jung made a guest appearance on the SBS variety program Running Man.[58]

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jung contributed a donation of thirty million won (approximately three million yen) to "International Relief Development NGO Good Neighbors," aiding children from vulnerable populations and low-income households affected by the crisis.[59][60]

Club

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2018 J1 League (J1 League) 31 appearances, no goals; National Cup: two matches, no goals; one league cup game, no goals; Japanese Super Cup: one appearance, no goals; total: thirty-nine appearances, zero goals. 2019 season (J1 League) saw twenty-seven league appearances without scoring; one national cup match, no goals; six league cup games, no goals; one Japanese Super Cup appearance with no goals; total thirty-five appearances, zero goals. 2020 J1 League campaign: thirty-four league appearances without scoring; two national cup matches, no goals; four league cup games, no goals; no continental or other matches; forty total appearances, zero goals. 2021 J1 League: thirty-three league matches with zero goals; five national cup games, no goals; two league cup matches, no goals; six continental appearances with no goals; one Japanese Super Cup match without scoring; total forty-seven appearances, zero goals. 2022 J1 League: thirty-one league appearances, zero goals; one national cup game without scoring; two league cup matches with no goals; six continental matches with no goals; one Japanese Super Cup appearance without scoring; total forty-one matches, zero goals. 2023 J1 League: twenty-two league games with no goals; five national cup matches without scoring; one league cup game with no goals; five continental appearances with zero goals; no other matches played; total thirty-three appearances, zero goals.
Appearances and goals broken down by club, season, and competition
Club Season League National Cup League Cup Continental Competitions Other Matches Overall Totals
Division Appearances Goals Appearances Goals Appearances Goals Appearances Goals Appearances Goals Appearances Goals
Pohang Steelers
2006 K League 15 0 1 0 11 0 — — 27 0
2007 K League 14 0 3 0 2 0 — — 19 0
Aggregate 29 0 4 0 13 0 — — 46 0
Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma 2008 K League 27 0 2 0 7 0 — — 36 0
2009 K League 29 0 1 0 7 0 — — 37 0
2010 K League 30 0 3 0 0 0 11 0 3[lower-alpha 1] 0 47 0
Aggregate 86 0 6 0 14 0 11 0 3 0 120 0
Suwon Samsung Bluewings 2011 K League 30 0 5 0 1 0 10 0 — 46 0
2012 K League 33 0 2 0 — — — 35 0
2013 K League 1 34 0 2 0 — 5 0 — 41 0
2014 K League 1 34 0 1 0 — — — 35 0
2015 K League 1 19 0 1 0 — 3 0 — 23 0
Aggregate 150 0 11 0 1 0 18 0 — 180 0
Kawasaki Frontale 2016 J1 League 29 0 4 0 2 0 — — 35 0
2017 J1 League 33 0 0 0 4 0 9 = colspans="2"|- 46 =
Aggregate total for Kawasaki Frontale 240 0 20 0 16 0 36 0 4 0 316 0
Overall career totals: 505 0 41 0 44 0 65 00 7 00 662 00
  1. ↑ Appearances in FIFA Club World Cup

International

Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Appearances Goals
South Korea 2008 12 0
2010 12 0
2011 16 0
2012 5 0
2013 12 0
2014 7 0
2015 1 0
2016 2 0
Total career 67 0

Honours

Pohang Steelers

Seongnam Ilhwa Chunma

Suwon Samsung Bluewings

Kawasaki Frontale

South Korea U23

South Korea

Individual

  • K League All-Star selection: 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015
  • Included in the J1 League Best XI squads for 2018 and 2020

Notes

References

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External links

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