James Beresford (footballer, born 2002)

James Beresford (เจมส์ เบอร์เรสฟอร์ด; 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.

Youth career
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 2021–22 Isthmian League.

Uthai Thani
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 4–1 loss to Bangkok United.

International career
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, he made his senior international debut coming on as a substitute in a 1–1 draw with Estonia. In January 2024, he was called up to train with the Thailand U23 side.

Personal life
Beresford is of Thai descent.

Honours
Worthing
 * Isthmian league winner: 2021–22
 * Sussex Senior Challenge Cup winner: 2022–23