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Lin Liangming (simplified Chinese: 林良铭; traditional Chinese: 林良銘; pinyin: Lín Liángmíng; born 4 June 1997) is a Chinese professional footballer who plays as a winger for Chinese Super League club Beijing Guoan and the China national team.

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Club career

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Spell in Spain

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Lin Liangming started his football career when he joined Guangzhou R&F's youth academy in 2010. On 22 July 2015, Lin transferred to La Liga side Real Madrid for a transfer fee of €200,000, signing a five-year contract with the club, becoming the first ever East Asian footballer to sign for Real Madrid.[1][2] He was placed in Real Madrid Juvenil to play for the under-19 side during the 2015-16 season.[3][4] In July 2016, Lin was promoted to the club's reserve team Real Madrid Castilla.[5] He made his debut for the reserve team on 20 August 2016 in a 3–2 win against Real Sociedad B, assisting Sergio Díaz's winning goal in the 90th minute.

On 24 August 2017, Lin was loaned out to Segunda División side UD Almería for the 2017-18 season, being initially assigned to Almería B in the Tercera División.[6] He made his debut for the first team on 5 September 2017 in a 1–0 loss against Cádiz in the 2017-18 Copa del Rey.[7] On 29 July 2018, after helping the club gain promotion to Segunda División B, Lin's loan was extended for a further year.[8] On 30 August 2019, Lin joined Portuguese Primeira Liga side C.S. Marítimo.[9] He started playing for the club's U23 squad.[10]

Dalian Professional

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After negotiating with the Portuguese clubs C.S. Marítimo and Gondomar S.C. (who also owned part of his contract), Lin would return to China to join top tier club Dalian Professional on 28 February 2020, initially on loan with the option to make it permanent.[11] He would make his debut in a league game on 26 July 2020 against Shandong Luneng Taishan in a 3-2 defeat.[12] This would be followed by his first goal for the club, which was in a league game on 29 August 2020 against Shandong Luneng Taishan where he scored the winner in a 1-0 victory.[13]

Beijing Guoan

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On 14 February 2024, Lin joined fellow Chinese Super League club Beijing Guoan alongside teammate He Yupeng on a free transfer, following the relegation and subsequent disbandment of Dalian Pro.[14] On 2 March 2024, he made his debut for Guoan in a 2–0 away win against Cangzhou Mighty Lions.[15] On 11 May 2024, he scored his first goal for the club in a 3–2 comeback home win against Meizhou Hakka.[16] In his debut season for Guoan, he featured in 29 games across all competitions and scored 10 goals, the second highest in the team, and notched 3 assists.[17] He was named in the league's October/November team of the month.[18]

In the 2025 season, Lin continued to play a pivotal role for the team. Under new head coach Quique Setién, Lin became the first-choice left wingback in the coach's 3-5-2 formation.[19] He continue to score goals in important matches, including the opener in an away draw against rival Shanghai Shenhua and the winning goal against Shanghai Port away from home.[20][21] He was named the club's player of the month in May, and was selected in the league's team of the month.[22][23]

International career

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After impressing in Guangzhou R&F's youth academy, Lin was called up to the Chinese national under-17 team for the 2012 AFC U-16 Championship. He first played for the Chinese under-20 national team during 2016 AFC U-19 Championship qualification, making three appearances and scoring two goals.[24][25]

On 23 March 2023, Lin made his senior international debut in a 0–0 away draw against New Zealand.[26] On 16 June 2023, Lin scored his first international goal in a 4–0 home win over Myanmar in an international friendly game played in Dalian, the same city where he also played club football at the time.[27]

Lin was named in China's squad for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup in Qatar and appeared in all 3 matches in the tournament, but was unable to help prevent the team's elimination after group stage.[28]

Career statistics

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Club

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As of 28 June 2025[29]
Appearances and goals by club, season and competition
Club Season League National cup Continental Other Total
Division Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals Apps Goals
Real Madrid B 2016-17 Segunda División B 7 0 7 0
Almería B (loan) 2017-18 Tercera División 32 8 4[a] 0 36 8
2018-19 Segunda División B 28 4 28 4
Total 60 12 0 0 0 0 4 0 64 12
Almería (loan) 2017-18 Segunda División 0 0 1 0 1 0
2018-19 0 0 3 0 3 0
Total 0 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 4 0
Marítimo U23 2019-20 Liga Revelacao 7 0 7 0
Dalian Professional (loan) 2020 Chinese Super League 8 1 0 0 8 1
Dalian Professional 2020 Chinese Super League 6 2 0 0 6 2
2021 14 5 3 1 0[b] 0 17 6
2022 28 12 0 0 28 12
2023 25 5 2 0 27 5
Total 73 24 5 1 0 0 0 0 78 25
Beijing Guoan 2024 Chinese Super League 26 10 3 1 29 10
2025 12 4 0 0 0 0 12 4
Total 38 14 3 1 0 0 0 0 41 14
Career total 193 50 12 2 0 0 4 0 209 52
  1. ^ Appearance(s) in Tercera División Play-offs
  2. ^ Appearance(s) in Promotion/Relegation Play-offs

International

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Appearances and goals by national team and year
National team Year Apps Goals
China 2023 6 2
2024 10 1
2025 2 0
Total 18 3
As of 19 November 2024
Scores and results list China's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Lin goal.
List of international goals scored by Lin Liangming
No. Date Venue Opponent Score Result Competition
1 16 June 2023 Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium, Dalian, China  Myanmar 2–0 4–0 Friendly
2 9 September 2023 Phoenix Hill Football Stadium, Chengdu, China  Malaysia 1–1 1–1 Friendly
3 19 November 2024 Xiamen Egret Stadium, Xiamen, China  Japan 1–2 1–3 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification

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from Grokipedia
Lin Liangming (林良铭; born 4 June 1997) is a Chinese professional footballer who plays as a left winger for Beijing Guoan in the and the China national team. Standing at 1.80 metres tall and primarily right-footed, he is known for his pace and versatility, capable of playing on either wing or as a second striker. Born in , , Lin began his youth career at the Guangzhou R&F academy in 2010, where he developed as a promising talent. In 2015, at the age of 18, he signed with Real Madrid's youth system following their pre-season tour of , joining the U19 team for the , in which he made two appearances. He progressed to the reserve side, , for the 2016–17 season, featuring in seven matches with two assists. In 2017, Lin moved to in Spain's second tier, where he primarily played for the B team in the . Over the 2017–18 and 2018–19 seasons, he recorded 30 appearances and 4 goals for Almería B, while making four senior outings in the , including three in 2018–19 with one assist. His European stint concluded in 2019–20 with a brief spell at CS Marítimo's U23 team in Portugal's Liga Revelação, where he appeared in seven games. Returning to in September 2020, Lin signed with Professional (later known as Dongwu in lower divisions after his departure) and made his debut that season, appearing in 8 matches and scoring 1 goal. In 2021, he scored 5 goals in 14 league appearances and 1 goal in 3 matches. He followed with a career-high 12 goals and 6 assists in 28 matches during the 2022 CSL season. His form dipped slightly in 2023 with 5 goals in 25 games. Overall, Lin tallied 23 goals and 8 assists in 75 CSL appearances for . On 14 February 2024, Lin joined Beijing Guoan on a free transfer, signing a contract until December 2026. In his debut CSL season with Guoan (2024), he scored 9 goals and provided 3 assists in 26 matches, helping the team to a competitive standing. By the 2025 season, he had added 6 goals and 3 assists in 24 league games, along with 1 goal in the Chinese FA Cup and appearances in the AFC Champions League Two. His market value stands at approximately €700,000 as of June 2025. Internationally, Lin debuted for the national team on 23 March 2023 in a friendly match. He has since earned 18 caps, scoring 3 goals, including contributions in World Cup qualifiers and the .

Early life and youth career

Early life

Lin Liangming was born on June 4, 1997, in , Province, . At the age of two, he moved with his family to , where he spent his formative years. His family, which includes his parents, an older sister, and a younger brother, came from average socioeconomic circumstances, but his parents provided consistent encouragement for his interests despite the challenges of pursuing sports professionally in . From a young age, Lin developed a passion for football in , beginning formal exposure around the age of seven or eight during his second year of elementary school at Dongfeng Village Second Primary School in the Haizhu District. He joined a local football interest class, where his talent quickly emerged under the guidance of his first coach, Yang Jianxia, who recognized his potential and helped him stand out through skillful play and agility. By third grade, Lin was actively participating in school team activities, and by sixth grade, at around age 12, he was selected for the youth city team, training under renowned coach Peng Jinbo. These early amateur and school-level experiences in , involving matches and basic drills, honed his fundamentals up to age 13 without any structured professional involvement. At age 13, Lin faced a pivotal choice between continuing academic studies and dedicating himself to football, prompted by scouts and coaches from the who highlighted his natural talent and enthusiasm. His parents, initially unsure about his long-term commitment, ultimately supported the decision after consultations, allowing him to prioritize the sport. This marked his commitment to a professional path, leading to a brief transition into the youth academy system in .

Youth career

Lin Liangming joined the youth academy of R&F in 2010 at the age of 13, beginning his formal development in organized football. He progressed through the club's age-group teams over the next five years, honing his skills as a versatile winger and attacking known for his speed and ability. In July 2015, Lin transferred to Real Madrid's youth system for a reported fee of €300,000, signing a five-year contract and becoming the first Chinese player to join the club's prestigious La Fábrica academy. Placed in the Juvenil A under-19 squad, he faced adaptation challenges, including adjusting to a new cultural environment, intensive training regimens, and European tactical demands. Despite these hurdles, Lin expressed optimism about integrating quickly, and in his debut match for the team against Black Arrow Youth Team in 2015, he substituted in at the 70th minute on the left wing, completing five successful breakthroughs in limited time and earning praise from coach for his direct play. During the 2015–16 season, Lin trained under advanced European coaching methods emphasizing technical precision and positional play, participating in key youth tournaments including the , where he made two appearances for Real Madrid Juvenil A. His promising displays attracted attention, culminating in the end of his under-19 stint in 2016, when Real Madrid rejected multi-million-euro offers from Chinese clubs and promoted him to the senior reserve team, , paving the way for professional opportunities.

Senior club career

Time in Spain

Lin Liangming's senior career in Europe began with Real Madrid Castilla, the club's reserve team competing in Spain's Segunda División B. He made his debut on August 20, 2016, starting in a 3–2 victory against Gimnástica Segoviana and providing a key assist in the match. During the 2016–17 season, Lin featured in seven matches for Castilla, logging 190 minutes on the pitch, scoring no goals, and recording two assists overall. Despite his progression through Real Madrid's youth system, opportunities for first-team exposure remained limited, with no competitive appearances for the senior squad amid high competition in the reserves. In August 2017, Lin joined UD Almería B on a season-long loan from Real Madrid, playing in the Tercera División. He renewed the loan for the 2018–19 campaign, where he became a regular contributor. Over the two seasons with Almería B, Lin made 30 appearances, scored 4 goals, and provided 4 assists. He also made four appearances for the senior team in the Copa del Rey, recording one assist in 2018–19. His performances demonstrated growing adaptation to the physical and tactical demands of Spanish lower-division football. Following the end of his Real Madrid contract in 2019, Lin briefly moved to for a short stint with U23 in the Liga Revelação. He appeared in seven matches, accumulating 159 minutes without scoring, marking the conclusion of his professional phase before returning to .

Dalian Professional

Lin Liangming returned to in February 2020, joining Dalian Professional on loan from Portuguese club Marítimo after brief stints in , where he took on an initial role as a right winger. His technical skills, honed during his youth development in , contributed to his adaptation to the Chinese Super League's demands. In his first two seasons (2020–2021), Lin faced challenges with limited playing time due to injuries and team adjustments, appearing in 8 matches and scoring 1 goal in 2020 before a sustained in training sidelined him for the remainder of 2021 after 14 appearances and 5 goals. A highlight came on August 29, 2020, when he scored the decisive goal in a 1–0 victory over Shandong Taishan, marking Professional's first win of the season. Lin broke out in 2022, emerging as the team's top scorer with 12 goals across 28 appearances, helping stabilize Professional amid their mid-table position. Over his full tenure from 2020 to 2023, he made 75 appearances and scored 23 goals in the for the club. Professional suffered relegation from the after finishing 15th in 2023, followed by the club's disbandment in January 2024 due to insurmountable historical debts, which left Lin as a .

Beijing Guoan

Lin Liangming signed with Beijing Guoan on a free transfer on 14 February 2024, following the disbandment of his previous club, Dalian Pro, due to financial debts after their 2023 relegation. His contract with Beijing Guoan extends until 31 December 2026. During the season, Lin integrated rapidly into the squad, making his debut as a substitute in a 2–0 away victory over Mighty Lions on 2 March 2024. He netted his first goal for the club on 11 May 2024 and went on to feature in 26 league matches, scoring 9 goals and recording 3 assists, which helped Beijing Guoan mount a strong challenge for the league title. One standout moment came on 28 September 2024, when he opened the scoring in a dominant 8–1 home win against Yatai. His contributions extended to cup competitions, bringing his total appearances across all fronts to 29 with 10 goals and 3 assists for the year. In 2025, Lin solidified his role as a key starter on the left wing, starting 20 of his 24 appearances by November 2025, accumulating 1,705 minutes played, 6 goals, and 3 assists. His reached a peak of €700,000 during the season, reflecting his consistent impact. He avoided major injuries, maintaining availability for most fixtures, though he occasionally rotated in continental matches. As of 13 November 2025, Lin had contributed to Guoan's campaign in the AFC Champions League Two, including a full 90-minute in their 3–0 group-stage win over on 6 November 2025, where he helped secure the clean sheet and advance their group standing. Overall, across 2024 and 2025, he has made 57 appearances for the club with 17 goals.

International career

Lin Liangming made his debut for the national team on 23 March 2023, coming on as a substitute in a 0–0 friendly draw against . He featured in the return leg three days later, which won 2–1. In June 2023, during , Lin scored his first international goal in a 4–0 victory over . He added his second goal in September against in a 1–1 draw. Lin was included in China's squad for the held in January 2024. He made five appearances in the tournament, including substitute roles in group stage matches against , , , and , as well as the round of 16 against , but did not score. China exited in the round of 16 after a 1–0 loss to . His third international goal came on 19 November 2024 in a 1–3 World Cup qualifier defeat to . As of November 2025, Lin has earned 18 caps and scored 3 goals for , with his most recent appearance in a 1–0 win over on 10 2025.

Playing style and reception

Lin Liangming is known for his pace and versatility, primarily operating as a left winger but capable of playing on either flank or as a second striker. He favors short passes, layoffs, and cutting inside from the wing to create scoring opportunities, though he can be prone to committing fouls and losing possession while holding the ball. His shooting is effective, with strong aerial ability and contributing to his role in attacking transitions. Lin has received positive reception in Chinese football circles for his tactical awareness and execution. Beijing Guoan coach has praised his comprehensive technical and tactical literacy, noting his importance in the team's system. Internationally, his goal against in the qualifiers in November 2024 was hailed as a highlight, marking China's first effective attacking contribution against the opponent in 20 years and boosting optimism for the national team. As of the 2025 season, he holds an average match rating of 7.22 across 24 appearances.

Career statistics

Club

Lin Liangming has accumulated 234 appearances and 59 goals across his club career as of November 20, 2025. Assists are tracked primarily for his appearances, totaling 11. The following table provides a breakdown of his appearances, goals, and assists by club, encompassing both senior and reserve teams where applicable.
ClubAppearancesGoalsAssists
700
Almería B60120
UD Almería401
Marítimo U23700
Dalian Professional96293
Beijing Guoan60187
Total2345911
The season-by-season statistics below focus on senior appearances in league and cup competitions, with assists noted where recorded (primarily in the ). Reserve team matches are excluded from this table for clarity, except where specified.
SeasonClubCompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssists
2016–17700
2017–18100
2017–18Almería B3280
2018–19301
2018–19Almería B2840
2019–20Marítimo U23Liga Revelação700
2020Dalian Professional1430
2020Dalian Professional200
2021Dalian Professional1861
2021Dalian Professional100
2022Dalian Professional30142
2022Dalian Professional310
2023Dalian Professional2650
2023Dalian Professional200
2024Beijing Guoan2893
2024Beijing Guoan321
2025Beijing Guoan2463
2025Beijing Guoan210
2025Beijing GuoanAFC Champions League Two300
Total2345911

International

Lin Liangming has earned 18 caps for the national team, scoring 3 goals, as of November 2025. His international appearances include friendlies, where he made his debut against in March 2023 and scored 2 goals across 7 matches; the 2023, with 3 group stage appearances and no goals; and World Cup qualifiers in 2025, featuring in 8 matches and scoring 1 goal. The following table details his international match record:
DateOpponentCompetitionResultMinutes PlayedGoalsAssists
03/23/23Friendly0:02400
03/26/23Friendly2:14500
06/16/23Friendly4:07410
06/20/23Friendly2:06700
09/09/23Friendly1:14510
12/29/23Friendly0:24500
01/01/24Friendly1:24500
01/13/240:01800
01/17/240:02400
01/22/241:07500
03/21/24 Qualifiers2:21600
09/10/24 Qualifiers1:2100
10/10/24 Qualifiers3:12200
10/15/24 Qualifiers2:1800
11/14/24 Qualifiers0:19000
11/19/24Japan Qualifiers1:36310
03/20/25 Qualifiers1:04500
06/10/25 Qualifiers1:09000

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