Lee Addy is a Ghanaian footballer known for his defensive skills on the field.
He played for the Ghana national team at the 2010 FIFA World Cup, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
Addy began his professional career with F.C. Nania in 2007 before moving to Berekum Chelsea F.C. in 2008.
Biography
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Lee Addy is a Ghanaian former professional footballer known for his versatility as a centre-back and full-back. He began his senior career in 2007 with F.C. Nania, where he quickly made a name for himself before moving to Berekum Chelsea F.C. in 2008. His performances in the Ghana Premier League caught the attention of scouts, leading to a significant career leap.
Rise to Prominence
After the 2010 FIFA World Cup, where he represented Ghana, Addy signed with Serbian club FK Crvena zvezda (Red Star Belgrade). His time there solidified his status as a regular centre-back for both club and country. In 2012, he transitioned to the Chinese Super League with Dalian Professional F.C., marking a new chapter in his career. He later had stints with GNK Dinamo Zagreb, where he won multiple league titles, and FK Čukarički.
International Career
Addy made his debut for the Ghana national team on September 30, 2009, and was part of the squad for the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations, where Ghana finished as runners-up. He played a crucial role in the 2010 FIFA World Cup, participating in several key matches, including the historic win against Serbia and the Round of 16 victory over the United States.
Legacy and Honors
Throughout his career, Addy has earned several accolades, including the Best Central Defender award in the Ghana Premier League in 2008 and multiple titles with his clubs, such as the Serbian Cup and Croatian First League championships. His contributions to Ghanaian football, particularly during the 2010 World Cup, have left a lasting impact on the sport in his home country.
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Career & Clubs
Early career
Addy began his senior career in 2007 playing with Nania F.C. Soon after, in 2008, he moved to the Bechem Chelsea playing in the Ghana Premier League.
Red Star Belgrade
At the end of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Addy received a call to move to Europe to play with Serbian SuperLiga club Red Star Belgrade and he signed a contract. He became a regular centre-back at both his club and the Ghana national team.
Dalian Aerbin
On 4 January 2012, Addy completed a three-year deal with newly promoted Chinese Super League side Dalian Aerbin and was handed the squad number 13 after passing a medical test. The move from Serbian club Red Star Belgrade was for a reported transfer fee of $2.2 million.
Dinamo Zagreb
On 10 February 2013, it was announced that Addy had been loaned to Dinamo Zagreb for a year. He signed for Dinamo Zagreb in January 2014. He ended his Dinamo Zagreb spell in late July 2015.
Čukarički
Addy signed a one-year contract with FK Čukarički on 31 August 2015.
Free State Stars
In August 2019 it was reported, that Addy had signed with Free State Stars in South Africa. However, it was later reported in December 2019, that he had terminated his contract with the club.
Early career & 2010 African Nations Cup
On 30 September 2009, Addy made his debut for the Ghana national team as part of a domestic-based team that played a friendly against Argentina. He was part of the Ghana national squad at the 2010 Africa Cup of Nations having played four matches including the lost final against Egypt. and since then he quickly became a regular player of the national team.
2010 World Cup
Addy was called up by Ghana's national team for the 2010 FIFA World Cup In Ghana's opening game at the 2010 World Cup, he entered as a substitute in a 1–0 win over Serbia. He also played in the 1–1 draw against Australia in the group stage, after which he appeared again as a substitute in the Round of 16 2–1 victory over the United States, but couldn't play in the quarter-finals match against Uruguay because of accumulated yellow cards, where Ghana was eliminated in a penalty shoot-out.
- Club
- F.C. Nania (2007–2008)
- Club
- Berekum Chelsea F.C. (2008–2010)
- Club
- FK Crvena zvezda (2010–2011)
- Club
- Dalian Professional F.C. (2012–2014)
- Club
- GNK Dinamo Zagreb (2013–2014)
- Club
- GNK Dinamo Zagreb (2014–2015)
- Club
- NK Lokomotiva (2015–2015)
- Club
- FK Čukarički (2015–)
- Club
- Ghana men's national football team (2009–)
- Club
- F.C. Nania (2007–2007)
- Club
- AC Tripoli (2008–2008)
- National team
- Ghana
Legacy
Red Star Belgrade
Serbian Cup: 2011–12 Dinamo Zagreb
Croatian First League: 2012–13, 2013–14 Croatian Super Cup: 2013 Ghana
African Nations Cup runner-up: 2010 Individual
Ghana Premier League: Best central defender of the 2008 season
Clubs
Played together with
Abbas Ali AtwiAC Tripoli · 2003–2004
Abdul BasitBerekum Chelsea F.C.- Abdulrahman AkkariAC Tripoli · 2013–2014
- Abid KovačevićGNK Dinamo Zagreb · 1980–1981
Abiola DaudaFK Crvena zvezda · 2013–2014- Aboubakar OumarouFK Crvena zvezda · 2008–2009
- Aboubakar OumarouFK Crvena zvezda · 2009–2009
Adilson dos SantosFK Crvena zvezda · 1998–1999- Admir AganovićFK Čukarički · 2007–2009
- Adrian ŠemperGNK Dinamo Zagreb
Adrián CalelloGNK Dinamo Zagreb · 2009–2012- Agim CanaGNK Dinamo Zagreb · 1986–1987
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Passport
Identifiers & aliases
Lee Addy is a Ghanaian former professional footballer who played as a defender. He played for the Ghana national team at the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
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