James Beresford (; born 17 April 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a right-back for Thai League 1 club Uthai Thani. Born in England, he plays for the Thailand national team.
Beresford came through the Brighton & Hove Albion academy before joining his hometown club, Worthing.
In 2019, Beresford started his senior football career with Isthmian League club, Lancing. During his time with Lancing, he had a six-week trial with Championship side Reading.
In 2020, Beresford moved to another Isthmian League club, Lewes.
In July 2021, Beresford moved to sixth tier National League South club, Eastbourne Borough.
Beresford returned to his boyhood club, Worthing in December 2021. He helped his club to win the 2021âÂÂ22 Isthmian League.
In June 2023, Beresford agreed a move to the newly-promoted Thai League 1 side Uthai Thani and head to Thailand. On 12 August 2023, he made his professional league debut, starting in a 4âÂÂ1 loss to Bangkok United.
In August 2023, it was stated that Beresford was in contention for a call-up to the Thailand U23 team ahead of the 2023 AFF U-23 Championship and the 2024 U23 Asian Cup qualifiers.
In October 2023, he was called up to the Thailand senior squad for the first team. On 17 October 2023, Beresford made his senior international debut coming on as a substitute in a 1âÂÂ1 draw with Estonia. In January 2024, he was called up to train with the Thailand U23 side.
Beresford was selected in the Thailand squad for the 2024 ASEAN Championship.
Beresford is of Thai descent.
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