Lim Pisoth

Lim Pisoth (Khmer: លឹម ពិសុទ្ធ; born 29 August 2001) is a Cambodian professional footballer who plays as a right winger for Visakha FC in the Cambodian Premier League and represents the Cambodia national team.^[1] Standing at 1.68 meters tall and left-footed, he is recognized for his pace and goal-scoring ability in domestic competitions, having netted over 40 goals during his time with Phnom Penh Crown.^[2][3] Pisoth began his professional career with Phnom Penh Crown, where he played from 2021 to 2025, making 78 appearances and scoring 40 goals across multiple seasons, including notable performances in the AFC Cup with 5 goals in two participations (3 in 2023/24 and 2 in 2021/22).^[2][4] During his tenure, he contributed to the club's success, winning two Cambodian Premier League titles and two Cambodian League Cup titles.^[4] In July 2025, he transferred to Visakha FC on a free transfer, where he has since featured in 10 matches in the 2025/26 season without scoring.^[2][1] On the international stage, Pisoth debuted for the Cambodia senior national team on 3 June 2021 against Bahrain, accumulating 28 caps and 2 goals as of November 2025, including both goals in a 2022 AFF Championship match against Brunei.^[5][6] He has also represented Cambodia at youth levels, earning 4 caps and 2 goals for the U22 side and 1 cap with 1 goal for the U19 team.^[2] His market value peaked at €225,000 in 2025, reflecting his status as one of Cambodia's promising talents.^[1]

Early life and youth career

Early life

Lim Pisoth was born on 29 August 2001 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.^[1][7] Details about his family background remain limited in public records. Pisoth's physical attributes, including a height of 1.68 meters and a preference for his left foot, were noted during his youth development.^[3][8] He joined the Phnom Penh Crown Academy in 2012 at the age of 11.^[9]

Youth career

Lim Pisoth joined the Phnom Penh Crown youth academy in 2012 at the age of 11, marking the start of his structured football development in Cambodia's premier club environment.^[9][1] Over the subsequent seven years, from 2012 to 2019, he progressed through the academy's age-group teams.^[9] By late 2019, Pisoth earned promotion to the senior training sessions with Phnom Penh Crown, setting the stage for his entry into the first team in 2020.^[9]

Club career

Phnom Penh Crown

Lim Pisoth made his professional debut for Phnom Penh Crown in 2020, following his promotion from the club's youth academy on 31 December 2019.^[3][9] Over his tenure from 2020 to 2025, Pisoth became a key figure in the squad, accumulating 105 appearances and scoring 45 goals across league and cup competitions. His contributions were instrumental in the team's domestic dominance, including assists in crucial league matches that helped secure consecutive Cambodian Premier League titles in 2021 and 2022.^[9] The 2021/22 season stood out as a breakthrough campaign for Pisoth, where he netted 5 goals in 14 league appearances and provided vital support in AFC Cup qualifiers, including 2 goals in 3 appearances that advanced Phnom Penh Crown in preliminary rounds.^[2][10] In the 2023/24 season, he continued his form with 3 goals in 7 AFC Cup matches and 11 goals in 26 Premier League games, alongside 1 assist, bolstering the team's continental efforts and domestic title defense.^[11][2][10] Pisoth's versatility as a winger allowed him to deliver significant goals and assists throughout his stint, playing a pivotal role in Phnom Penh Crown's overall success, which culminated in a Hun Sen Cup victory in 2025 before his departure.^[9][12]

Visakha

In 2025, Lim Pisoth transferred to Visakha FC from Phnom Penh Crown in a high-profile player swap that also involved Sa Ty moving in the opposite direction, finalized on July 11 and described as the biggest deal in recent Cambodian Premier League history.^[9] He signed as a right winger, adopting jersey number 17 for the club.^[3] This move marked a significant step in his career, transitioning to a competitive squad known for its attacking flair in the Cambodian Premier League. During his debut season with Visakha in 2025, Pisoth quickly integrated into the team's setup, primarily deployed on the right wing to provide pace and width in attack. As of November 18, 2025, he had made 10 appearances across the Cambodian Premier League, substituting in 5 matches, but had yet to score a goal or record an assist.^[13] His contributions focused on supporting the team's wing play, including defensive recoveries and crossing attempts, though specific metrics for these remained modest in his early outings. As of November 18, 2025, Pisoth remains under contract with Visakha FC, serving as a key squad member in their ongoing campaigns. His estimated market value stands at €225,000, reflecting his potential as a dynamic winger in Cambodian football.^[1]

International career

Youth international career

Lim Pisoth received his first call-up to a Cambodia youth national team in 2019, joining the U19 squad for the AFC U-19 Championship qualifiers.^[14] During these regional qualifiers, he featured in matches against regional opponents, including scoring his debut international goal in a 3-0 group stage victory over Brunei.^[15] He continued with the U19 team through 2022, accumulating 4 appearances and 3 goals overall, which helped build his technical skills and tactical awareness in competitive youth environments.^[6] Transitioning to the U23 level in 2021, Pisoth earned selection for the AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers, where he contributed to a 4-2 win against Hong Kong by scoring as a left winger.^[16] His involvement extended to the 2023 SEA Games, appearing in 3 matches and netting 1 goal, including the fourth in a 4-0 win over Timor-Leste during the group stage.^[17] Across 7 appearances and 2 goals for the U23 team from 2021 to 2023, these experiences against Southeast Asian rivals sharpened his pace and finishing, paving the way for his senior international debut. Through his youth international tenure, Pisoth gained valuable exposure in high-stakes qualifiers and multi-nation tournaments, fostering development against stronger regional teams and facilitating a smooth progression to the senior setup.^[6]

Senior international career

Lim Pisoth made his senior international debut for the Cambodia national team on 3 June 2021, coming on as a substitute in a FIFA World Cup qualifier against Bahrain, which ended in an 8-0 defeat.^[18] By November 2025, he had accumulated 28 caps and scored 2 international goals, primarily operating as a right winger known for his pace and crossing ability in the national setup.^[5] His first and only senior international goals came during the 2022 AFF Championship on 29 December 2022, when he scored twice in Cambodia's 5-1 group stage victory over Brunei, netting in the 80th and 88th minutes to help secure the win. These strikes marked a breakthrough moment, showcasing his finishing prowess on the international stage. Pisoth's contributions extended to other major competitions, including the 2021 and 2024 AFF Championships, where he featured in multiple group stage matches; the 2022 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers; and friendlies in 2025 against Vietnam, Aruba, Tajikistan, and Hong Kong.^[5] As of 2025, Pisoth remains an active member of the Cambodia senior team, having logged over 1,500 minutes across his appearances, often deployed on the flanks to provide width and support attacks in qualifiers and regional tournaments. His experience from youth international levels has aided his transition to the senior squad, where he continues to be a key rotational player under national team management.

Career statistics

Club statistics

Lim Pisoth has made 104 appearances in club competitions, scoring 36 goals and providing 22 assists as of November 2025.^[10] His statistics are broken down by season below, including domestic league, cup, and continental matches. Data for the 2022/23 season is unavailable in the primary sourced records.^[10][11]

International statistics

Lim Pisoth has accumulated significant experience with Cambodia's national teams across youth and senior levels. His youth international career includes stints with the U19 and U23 squads, while his senior appearances span major competitions such as the AFF Championship, FIFA World Cup qualifiers, and AFC Asian Cup qualifiers, along with friendlies.

Youth International Statistics

Lim Pisoth featured for the Cambodia U19 team from 2019 to 2022, making 4 appearances and scoring 3 goals. He also represented the Cambodia U23 team between 2021 and 2023, with 7 appearances and 2 goals.

Senior International Statistics

As of November 2025, Lim Pisoth has earned 28 caps for the senior Cambodia national team since his debut in 2021, during which he has scored 2 goals. Both goals were scored on 29 December 2022 against Brunei in the AFF Championship, contributing to a 5–1 victory.^[5] His senior appearances are distributed across key competitions as follows: Across all international levels, Lim Pisoth has made 39 appearances and scored 7 goals as of November 2025.^[5]

Honours

Club honours

During his tenure with Phnom Penh Crown from 2021 to 2025, Lim Pisoth contributed to several domestic titles, including the Cambodian Premier League championship in the 2021–22 season.^[19][20] The club also secured the Cambodian Super Cup in 2022, defeating Visakha FC 2–1 in the final.^[21] Phnom Penh Crown won the Cambodian League Cup in both 2022, beating Visakha FC 2–1, and 2023, overcoming Kirivong Sok Sen Chey FC on penalties after a 1–1 draw.^[22][23] Additionally, the team claimed the Hun Sen Cup in the 2024–25 edition, prevailing 2–1 against Svay Rieng in the final.^[24] On an individual level, Lim Pisoth was named Cambodian Premier League Player of the Month for August 2024, recognizing his standout performances that season with Phnom Penh Crown.^[25] Since joining Visakha FC in 2025, Lim Pisoth has not yet won any club honors, as the 2025–26 Cambodian Premier League season remains ongoing with Visakha positioned mid-table as of November 2025.^[26]

International honours

Lim Pisoth has represented Cambodia at both youth and senior international levels, contributing to the national teams' efforts in regional tournaments despite the country's historically modest achievements in Southeast Asian football. At the youth level, he was part of the Cambodia U22 squad that competed in the men's football event at the 2023 Southeast Asian Games held in Phnom Penh, where the team advanced through the group stage but did not qualify for the semifinals, finishing third in Group A with one win, one draw, and two losses.^[27] Pisoth scored his debut international goal in the tournament during Cambodia's 4-0 opening victory over Timor-Leste on April 29, 2023, marking a personal milestone in his youth career and helping secure the team's first clean sheet at the SEA Games since 1997.^[28] The squad's other results included a 1-1 draw against the Philippines, a 0-2 loss to Myanmar, and a 1-2 defeat to Indonesia, showcasing competitive performances against regional peers but no medal attainment.^[27] In his senior international career, Pisoth has been a key attacking contributor for Cambodia in the AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup, the premier regional championship. During the 2022 edition, he helped the team secure third place in Group A with two victories and two defeats, accumulating six points and failing to advance to the semifinals as only the top two progressed.^[29] Notable performances included a 3-2 upset win over the Philippines on December 20, 2022, and a dominant 5-1 triumph against Brunei Darussalam on December 29, 2022, where Pisoth scored a brace in the 80th and 88th minutes to seal the result and register his first senior international goals.^[30][31] These matches represented historic results for Cambodia, highlighting Pisoth's role in high-impact moments amid losses to Indonesia (1-2) and Thailand (1-3).^[29] Pisoth continued his senior contributions in the 2024 AFF Mitsubishi Electric Cup, participating in group stage matches that underscored Cambodia's ongoing development. The team earned a 2-1 victory over Timor-Leste on December 17, 2024, before falling 2-3 to Thailand three days later, again exiting in the group phase without semifinal qualification.^[32] While no individual awards such as Man of the Match have been publicly documented for Pisoth at the international level, his consistent goal-scoring and assist provision in these tournaments have been pivotal to Cambodia's rare competitive advancements and morale-boosting wins against lower-ranked opponents. Overall, Pisoth's international record reflects Cambodia's challenges as a developing football nation, with no major titles won but meaningful progress through qualification for events like the AFC Asian Cup 2023 qualifiers, where he featured in preliminary rounds.^[5]