Hiroshi Kiyotake

Japanese footballer and playmaker

Hiroshi Kiyotake - Japanese footballer and playmaker
Born

November 12th, 1989
35 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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A professional footballer with experience in midfield positions. Played for multiple clubs, including Cerezo Osaka in Japan and FC Nurnberg in Germany. Achieved considerable success during time with Sevilla FC in Spain. Represented Japan at various youth levels and was part of the national team for senior competitions.

Played for Cerezo Osaka

Competed for the Japan national team

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