Hwang Hee-Chan

Hwang Hee-Chan

Midfielder · #11Wolverhampton Korea RepublicGroup AAge 301.77 m77 kg
3
Apps
106
Minutes
0
Goals
0
Assists
6.47
Avg rating

World Cup 2026 form

MatchMinRatingGA
vs Czechia286.600
vs Mexico336.300
vs South Africa456.500

Hwang Hee-Chan is South Korea's most dangerous forward-running midfielder, a relentless presser and clinical finisher who has been a consistent threat at Wolverhampton since 2021. Developed through the Red Bull system at Salzburg — where he played alongside Erling Haaland — he brings elite high-press conditioning and the ability to score in tight spaces. His Premier League experience gives him a physicality and pace that causes problems at international level. For Korea, he typically operates as a second striker or wide forward, and his combination play with Son Heung-Min is central to the team's attacking threat.

Born

Chuncheon, Korea Republic · 1996-01-26

Career

WolvesWolves2021 – present
RB LeipzigRB Leipzig2020
Red Bull SalzburgRed Bull Salzburg2015 – 2019
FC LieferingFC Liefering2014

Frequently asked questions

How old is Hwang Hee-Chan?

Hwang Hee-Chan is 30 years old (born 1996-01-26).

What club does Hwang Hee-Chan play for?

Hwang Hee-Chan plays for Wolverhampton and represents Korea Republic.

What position does Hwang Hee-Chan play?

Hwang Hee-Chan plays as a Midfielder, wearing #11.

How has Hwang Hee-Chan performed at the 2026 World Cup?

Hwang Hee-Chan has 3 appearances, 0 goals and 0 assists at an average rating of 6.47 at the 2026 World Cup.

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