Gao Lin

Chinese footballer and international player

Gao Lin - Athletes & Sports Figures born February 14th, 1986
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Gao Lin is a professional footballer who played as a forward. His career commenced at Shenzhen Jianlibao, where he debuted in 2004. Gao later moved to Guangzhou Evergrande, contributing significantly to the team's successes. He has represented the national team in various international competitions, including the AFC Asian Cup. Gao's playing style is characterized by his speed and technical skills on the field.

Played for Guangzhou Evergrande

Represented China in the AFC Asian Cup

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