Dmitry Ivanovich An (Russian: Дмитрий Ан; 2 May 1939 - 20 May 2018) was a Uzbekistani footballer.
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Dmitry Ivanovich An | ||
| Date of birth | 2 May 1939 | ||
| Place of birth | Uzbekistan | ||
| Date of death | 20 May 2018 (aged 79) | ||
| Place of death | Uzbekistan | ||
| Position(s) | Striker | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1962–1963 | Pakhtakor | 2 | (0) |
| 1964–1969 | Dustlik | 183 | (32) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Early life
editAn was born in 1939 in Uzbekistan. He was described as the "first and only Korean to play in the Premier League of the former Soviet Union".[1]
Career
editAn started his career with Uzbekistani side Pakhtakor. In 1964, he signed for Uzbekistani side Dustlik.
Style of play
editAn mainly operated as a striker. He was known for his heading ability.[2]
Personal life
editAn was of South Korean descent. He was the brother of Soviet Union international Mikhail An.[3]
References
edit- ^ "Дмитрий Ан: "Футбол был для него смыслом жизни"". mytashkent.uz.
- ^ "Памяти выдающегося футболиста Дмитрия Ана". koryo-saram.site.
- ^ "Ан Дмитрий Иванович". sport-strana.ru.