Lee Young-pyo explained

Lee Young-pyo
Fullname:Lee Young-pyo
Birth Date:1977 4, df=yes
Birth Place:Hongcheon, Gangwon, South Korea
Height:1.77m[1]
Position:Left-back
Youthyears1:1990–1992
Youthclubs1:Anyang Middle School
Youthyears2:1993–1995
Collegeyears1:1996–2000
Years1:2000–2002
Clubs1:Anyang LG Cheetahs
Caps1:60
Goals1:3
Years2:2003–2005
Clubs2:PSV Eindhoven
Caps2:81
Goals2:1
Years3:2005–2008
Clubs3:Tottenham Hotspur
Caps3:70
Goals3:0
Years4:2008–2009
Clubs4:Borussia Dortmund
Caps4:18
Goals4:0
Years5:2009–2011
Clubs5:Al-Hilal
Caps5:46
Goals5:0
Years6:2012–2013
Clubs6:Vancouver Whitecaps FC
Caps6:65
Goals6:1
Totalcaps:340
Totalgoals:5
Nationalyears1:1999–2002
Nationalteam1:South Korea U23
Nationalcaps1:23
Nationalgoals1:1
Nationalyears2:1999–2011
Nationalteam2:South Korea
Nationalcaps2:127
Nationalgoals2:5
Hangul:이영표
Hanja:李榮杓
Rr:I Yeong-pyo
Mr:I Yŏngp'yo

Lee Young-pyo (Korean: 이영표; pronounced as /ko/; born 23 April 1977) is a retired South Korean professional footballer who played as a right-footed left back. Lee was recognized for his speed and dribbling skills. His former manager Martin Jol once called him "the best left back in Holland".[2] [3]

Prior to playing for PSV Eindhoven and Tottenham Hotspur, Lee started his professional career at FC Seoul, then known as Anyang LG Cheetahs in the Korean K League and then spent two years with PSV Eindhoven of the Netherlands, earning high acclaim from PSV Coach Guus Hiddink, who had previously coached Lee and South Korea during the 2002 World Cup. Recognized as the best left-back in the Netherlands after the 2004–05 season, Tottenham signed him amidst heavy competition with several Serie A clubs. He transferred to Tottenham in August 2005.

On 19 November 2008, Lee became the seventh Korean player to earn 100 caps in a World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia. During the 2011 AFC Asian Cup, Lee captained the national team twice after the substitutions of the regular Korean captain, Park Ji-sung.

On January 1, 2021, he began his 2-year stint as the CEO of the first tier K League football team Gangwon FC.

Playing career

Anyang LG Cheetahs

Lee graduated from Konkuk University in Seoul, and began his professional career in a K League club Anyang LG Cheetahs, currently FC Seoul. He contributed to Anyang's K League title in 2000. His team also advanced to the Asian Club Championship final in the 2001–02 season, but failed to bring the title against Suwon Samsung Bluewings, another South Korean club. An impressive player in the league, Lee could play for the South Korean national team in the 2002 FIFA World Cup. He assisted South Korea's winning goals against Portugal and Italy with crosses. He followed Guus Hiddink and teammate Park Ji-sung into PSV Eindhoven after finishing the World Cup in fourth place.

PSV Eindhoven

At PSV, Lee flourished under Hiddink's guidance and soon established himself in PSV's first team. Known for his endurance, technique, and ability in both defence and attack, Lee was widely regarded as the best left-back in the Dutch Eredivisie. Lee and his compatriot Park were instrumental in PSV Eindhoven's run to the 2005 UEFA Champions League semi-final, although, to their disappointment, they were knocked out by Milan. Despite PSV's persistent attempts to keep him, Lee moved to the English club Tottenham Hotspur in August 2005. During his PSV career, Lee scored 1 goal and assisted 13 goals.

Tottenham Hotspur

At Tottenham, Lee was an immediate hit and earned a spot on the Premier League's best eleven in his debut week. Tottenham coach Martin Jol, at the time of his signing on 31 August 2005, touted him as "the best left-back in Holland." His form did however fluctuate in the 2005–06 season, despite being almost ever present in a defence which conceded the fourth lowest number of goals in that season.

In the beginning of 2006–07 season, Lee moved to right full-back due to Benoît Assou-Ekotto's impressive pre-season performance and an injury to regular right-back Paul Stalteri. Lee then faced increased competition when Tottenham signed French defender Pascal Chimbonda on the final day of the transfer period. Lee also suffered a knee injury and in August 2006, Tottenham offered his rights to Roma of Italy's Serie A, but he backed out at the last minute for "personal reasons". An Italian media report said religion played a part in his decision to reject the transfer offer. On 31 August 2006, Lee held a press conference in Korea and denied that religion was a factor in his decision. He said that moving to Roma would have been great for him in terms of football alone but he decided against it for personal reasons that he would not reveal, despite being pressed for answers by 50 attending reporters.[4]

Lee regained his place in the first team when Assou-Ekotto's form began to falter, most notably in a very poor performance against arch-rivals Arsenal. Lee came on as a half-time substitute in that match and was a notable improvement, and was again preferred by Jol for the starting eleven, until a season-ending knee injury sustained in a UEFA Cup Quarterfinal match against Sevilla on 5 April.[5]

On 9 August 2007, Tottenham manager Martin Jol announced that Lee would be "fit for selection" in "one or two weeks".[6] On 18 August 2007, Lee made his first start of the season against Derby County.[7] He continued to play regularly for Tottenham in the 2007–08 season, along with League Cup appearances against Blackpool, Manchester City and Arsenal. He missed the final but earned a medal for his contributions.[8]

Borussia Dortmund

On 27 August 2008, Lee transferred to a Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund for an undisclosed fee.[9] He consistently made appearances early in the season, and Borussia Dortmund announced that the period of Lee's contract was extended to two years in December.[10] However, he was benched after the vice-captain Dedé recovered from his injury.

Al-Hilal

On 10 July 2009, Lee left for a Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal.[11] Known to be a devout Christian,[12] he decided to go to Saudi Arabia after hearing the word of God, although he didn't want to go there. He couldn't understand the will of God, but enjoyed his new life with Muslims. He told this interesting anecdote in his lecture after retirement.[13]

Vancouver Whitecaps FC

Lee officially signed with Vancouver on 6 December 2011.[14] He scored his first MLS goal for Vancouver on 28 April 2012 off a free kick against the Columbus Crew. Lee was a crucial part to Vancouver's 2012 season and was played as a right back. He was considered one of their best players on the team that year. Lee was awarded with Vancouver's 2012 Player of the Year on 21 October 2012 after helping the team become the first Canadian team to reach the MLS Cup Playoffs.[15]

He played his final professional game on 27 October 2013 in Vancouver in 3–0 win against the Colorado Rapids. After scoring the first and eventual game-winning goal, 2013 MLS Golden Boot-winner Camilo Sanvezzo presented Lee with the ball during the goal celebration.[16]

Career statistics

Club

Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
ClubSeasonLeagueNational cupLeague cupContinentalTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Anyang LG Cheetahs2000K League152003020202
2001K League220107020320
2002K League231100050291
Total6032010090813
PSV Eindhoven2002–03Eredivisie1502000170
2003–04Eredivisie32020120460
2004–05Eredivisie31140140491
2005–06Eredivisie30000030
Total811802601151
Tottenham Hotspur2005–06Premier League3100010320
2006–07Premier League210501040310
2007–08Premier League180204060300
Total7007060100930
Borussia Dortmund2008–09Bundesliga1802020220
Al-Hilal2009–10Saudi Pro League220404061361
2010–11Saudi Pro League240000040280
Total460404010!1641
Vancouver Whitecaps FC2012Major League Soccer33120351
2013Major League Soccer32020340
Total65140691
Career total34052702005714446

International

  • Appearances and goals by national team and year[17]
    National teamYearAppsGoals
    South Korea199930
    2000203
    2001140
    2002200
    200340
    2004120
    200582
    2006100
    200720
    200870
    2009100
    2010110
    201160
    Career total1275
  • Appearances and goals by competition
    CompetitionAppsGoals
    Friendlies501
    Minor competitions121
    CONCACAF Gold Cup70
    AFC Asian Cup qualification60
    AFC Asian Cup161
    FIFA Confederations Cup30
    FIFA World Cup qualification212
    FIFA World Cup120
    Total1275
  • Scores and results list Korea Republic's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Lee goal.

    List of international goals scored by Lee Young-pyo
    No.DateVenueCapOpponentScoreResultCompetition
    128 July 2000 Workers' Stadium, Beijing, China 141–0 1–0 Friendly
    24 October 2000 Al-Maktoum Stadium, Dubai, United Arab Emirates 151–1 1–1
    2000 LG Cup
    313 October 2000 International Olympic Stadium, Tripoli, Lebanon 171–0 2–2 2000 AFC Asian Cup
    49 February 2005 Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul, South Korea 742–0 2–0 2006 FIFA World Cup qualification
    530 March 2005 Seoul World Cup Stadium, Seoul, South Korea 761–0 2–1 2006 FIFA World Cup qualification

    Filmography

    Television

    YearTitleRoleNote(s)
    2014Our Neighborhood Arts and Physical EducationHimselfEpisode 53–67
    Happy Together Season 3Episode 357
    2020Law of the Jungle in PalawanEpisode 411–415[18]
    Fly Shoot Dori 7th League
    2020–2021Not Football or Baseball
    2021Kick A Goal Season 1[19]
    Golden Eleven 2[20]
    2021–2022Kick A Goal Season 2
    2022–2023Kick A Goal Season 3

    Honours

    Player

    Anyang LG Cheetahs

    2000[21]

    2001[22]

    PSV Eindhoven

    2002–03, 2004–05[24]

    2004–05[25]

    2003[26]

    Tottenham Hotspur

    2007–08[8]

    Al-Hilal

    2009–10, 2010–11[27]

    2009–10, 2010–11[28]

    South Korea U23

    South Korea

    Individual

    2000, 2001, 2002[31] [32] [33]

    2001[34]

    2012[35]

    2020[36]

    Television personality

    Award ceremony! scope="col"
    YearCategoryNominated workResult
    SBS Entertainment Awards2022Leader of the Year AwardKick A Goal[37]

    See also

    External links

    Notes and References

    1. Web site: ko:네이버 인물검색 . https://people.search.naver.com/search.naver?sm=tab_hty&where=nexearch&query=%EC%9D%B4%EC%98%81%ED%91%9C&ie=utf8&x=22&y=22 . 31 August 2019 . Naver People Search . ko.
    2. Web site: Duerden . John . John Duerden reports on Tottenham's new Korean star . 18 August 2007 . Soccerphile.com . Soccerphile.
    3. Web site: What now for 'Berbs' and 'Bruce'? . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20041211180928/http://proxy.espn.go.com/et/corr/corrview?id=367&leagueCup=ENG.1&cc= . 11 December 2004 . 18 August 2007 . ESPN Soccernet.
    4. Web site: Lee Young-pyo Denies Jilting AS Roma Over Religion . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20070312081717/http://english.chosun.com/w21data/html/news/200608/200608310020.html . 12 March 2007 . 18 August 2007 . The Chosun Ilbo.
    5. Web site: 16 April 2007 . Lee injury blow for spurs . 9 August 2007 . Football.co.uk . Football.co.uk.
    6. Web site: Welcome to Tottenhamhotspur.com – News Extra . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20070926223451/http://www.tottenhamhotspur.com/news/articles/teamnews090807.html . 26 September 2007 . 9 August 2007 . Tottenham Hotspur F.C..
    7. Web site: Lyon . Sam . 18 August 2007 . Tottenham 4-0 Derby . 23 June 2018 . BBC Sport.
    8. Web site: Stafford-Bloor . Seb . 5 January 2017 . Where Are They Now? Tottenham's 2007/08 League Cup-winning squad . 23 June 2018 . FourFourTwo.
    9. News: 27 August 2008 . Tottenham offload Lee to Dortmund . BBC Sport . 27 August 2008.
    10. News: 11 December 2008 . Lee signs extension with Borussia Dortmund . . dead . 11 December 2008 . https://web.archive.org/web/20041027053821/http://english.kbs.co.kr/news/newsview_sub.php?menu=7 . 27 October 2004.
    11. News: 10 July 2009 . Officially: Al Hilal contracts with Lee for one season. . AlHilal.com . Al-Hilal . dead . 12 July 2009 . https://web.archive.org/web/20131212121749/http://www.alhilal.com/en/news342.html . 12 December 2013.
    12. Web site: Lee . Courtney . 12 June 2006 . Christian Beliefs Will Bring Success, says South Korea Football Player . 18 August 2007 . ChristianToday.com . Christian Today.
    13. News: 2018-10-26 . ko:이영표 위원이 선수시절 AS로마 이적을 거절한 이유 . ko . Christian Today . https://www.christiantoday.co.kr/news/317116 . 2021-12-06.
    14. Web site: Borg . Simon . 6 December 2011 . Whitecaps officially announce signing of Lee Young-pyo for the 2012 season. . 9 January 2012 . MLSsoccer.com . MLS Soccer.
    15. Web site: Vancouver Whitecaps FC announce 2012 Team Awards – presented by BMO Bank of Montreal . 18 January 2013 . WhitecapsFC.com . Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
    16. Web site: Clipperton . Joshua . Camilo hat trick gives Whitecaps season-ending victory . 28 October 2013 . The Globe and Mail.
    17. Web site: Lee Young-pyo at Korea Football Association . 2021-12-06 . KFA . ko.
    18. News: Ban . Seo-yeon . 8 January 2020 . ko:이영표·우지원→김재환, '정글의 법칙 in 팔라완' 출격 . ko . . https://www.ytn.co.kr/_sn/0117_202001081627304125 . 12 January 2020.
    19. News: Woo . Bin . 25 May 2021 . ko:[단독] 이영표·최용수, SBS '골 때리는 그녀들' 새 감독 합류 . ko . . Tenasia . https://entertain.naver.com/now/read?oid=312&aid=0000482019 . 25 May 2021.
    20. Web site: Ahn . Tae-hyun . September 15, 2021 . ko:축구 유망주 발굴 '골든일레븐' 시즌2로 돌아온다 . 'Golden Eleven' to discover soccer prospects returns with season 2 . https://entertain.naver.com/now/read?oid=421&aid=0005606452 . September 15, 2021 . . News1 . ko.
    21. Web site: Lee . Seung-soo . Schöggl . Hans . Trevena . Mark . 13 May 2020 . South Korea - List of Champions . 2 September 2020 . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation.
    22. Web site: Lee . Seung-soo . Trevena . Mark . 8 April 2020 . South Korea - List of Cup Winners . 2 September 2020 . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation.
    23. Web site: Fujioka . Atsushi . Halchuk . Stephen . Stokkermans . Karel . 25 March 2020 . Asian Champions' Cup . 2 September 2020 . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation.
    24. News: 26 September 2019 . Netherlands - Champions . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation . 10 December 2019.
    25. Web site: van Seventer . Mark . 1 September 2005 . Netherlands Cup (Amstel Cup) 2004/05 . 10 December 2019 . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation.
    26. News: Stokkermans . Karel . 1 August 2019 . Netherlands - List of Super Cup Finals . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation . 10 December 2019.
    27. Web site: Fujioka . Atsushi . Qayed . Mohammed . 1 September 2020 . Saudi Arabia - List of Champions . 6 September 2020 . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation.
    28. Web site: King . Ian . Qayed . Mohammed . 27 August 2020 . Saudi Arabia - List of Cup Winners . 6 September 2020 . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation.
    29. Web site: Football Men's (Final Result) - Match Schedule . https://web.archive.org/web/20030110051029/http://busanasiangames.org/eng/ag/ba_scd_by_game.asp?M_Game_CD=FB . 10 January 2003 . 5 August 2019 . Busan Asian Games.
    30. News: Stokkermans . Karel . 7 February 2019 . Asian Nations Cup . Rec.Sport.Soccer Statistics Foundation . 2 September 2020.
    31. News: https://web.archive.org/web/20010117075100/http://www.ech.co.kr:80/echbin/allstar/main01.html . http://www.ech.co.kr/echbin/allstar/main01.html . ko:'00 나이키 올스타 출전 선수 보기 . '00 Nike All-Star Game . ko . 2001-01-17 . 2024-06-19.
    32. News: https://news.sbs.co.kr/news/endPage.do?news_id=N0300204608 . ko:고종수 프로축구 올스타 최다득표 . SBS . ko . 2001-08-01 . 2024-06-19.
    33. News: https://www.kyeonggi.com/article/200208030051884 . ko:홍명보 ’영원한 왕별’ . Kyeonggi Ilbo . ko . 2002-08-03 . 2024-06-19.
    34. Web site: 18 December 2001 . ko:프로축구 시상식, 19일 타워호텔서 개최 . https://sports.news.naver.com/general/news/read.nhn?oid=001&aid=0000120668 . ko . Yonhap News Agency.
    35. Web site: 1 January 2018 . Whitecaps FC Player Awards . Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
    36. Web site: The best Asian team at the FIFA World Cup announced! . https://web.archive.org/web/20210116082205/https://www.the-afc.com/competitions/fifa-world-cup/latest/news/the-best-asian-team-at-the-fifa-world-cup-announced . Asian Football Confederation . 2020-07-07 . 2021-05-19 . 2021-01-16.
    37. Web site: https://entertain.naver.com/now/read?oid=117&aid=0003678945 . Lee . Seung-gil . ko:유재석, 감격의 '대상' 영예…통산 19번째 트로피 품었다 [2022 SBS 연예대상] (종합) . Yoo Jae-seok had the honor of the "Grand Prize"...won his 19th trophy in his career [2022 SBS Entertainment Awards] (comprehensive) . My Daily . . December 18, 2022 . December 18, 2022 . ko.