Gillespye Jung Karki


Gillespye Jung Karki is a Nepalese professional footballer who plays as a striker for Nepal Super League club Kathmandu Rayzrs and the Nepal national team.

Personal life

Karki is the younger brother of Nepal national team striker George Prince Karki.

Club career

Karki began his career with the reserves team of Tribhuwan Army, before joining Tushal Youth Club in the B-Division League for the 2022 season. He scored 4 goals in 11 games in his first season at the club.
In 2023, he rejoined Tribhuwan Army and was made the club captain. He scored 6 goals in 22 games in his debut season in the top-flight. On May 10, 2023, he scored the only goal as the Army secured a victory against title contenders, Church Boys United.

International career

On 8 September 2023, Karki made his international debut for Nepal during a goalless draw with Myanmar.
On 11 June 2024, Karki scored his maiden goal against Yemen during a 2–2 draw in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification – AFC second round.

Career statistics

International goals

No.DateVenueOpponentScoreResultCompetition
1.11 June 2024Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium, Dammam, Saudi Arabia2–12–22026 FIFA World Cup qualification
2.16 November 2024Central Republican Stadium, Dushanbe, Tajikistan1–02–0Friendly
3.21 March 2025National Stadium, Kallang, Singapore1–01–0Friendly