Aarun Raymond Lim (; born 25 June 2003) is a footballer who plays as a midfielder for NagaWorld. Born in New Zealand, he is a Cambodia youth international.
Early life
Lim was born to a Cambodian father and New Zealand mother. He is also of Chinese descent.
Education
Lim attended St Paul's Collegiate School in New Zealand.
Youth career
Lim trained with the youth academy of Spanish La Liga side Valencia. As a youth player, he joined the youth academy of New Zealand side Melville United. He was described as a key player for the U-19 team".
Club career
Lim was promoted to the senior team of Cambodian side Boeung Ket before the 2021 season. He suffered an injury while playing for the club. In 2023, he signed for Cambodian side NagaWorld, where he was regarded to have performed well for the club. He received media attention due to his physical appearance.
International career
Lim was first called up to represent Cambodia internationally at youth level for the 2020 Japan-ASEAN U19 Men's Football Tournament.
Style of play
Lim mainly operates as a midfielder and is known for his defensive ability.
Ambassador
In 2021, Lim was appointed Goodwill Ambassador for Social Responsibility of the Asian Football Confederation.
Personal life
Lim has two brothers. He has regarded Japan international Keisuke Honda as his football idol.
References
Living people
Cambodian men's footballers
Men's association football midfielders
Nagaworld FC players
Year of birth missing (living people)