Kazuyoshi Miura
Japanese footballer and soccer legend
A professional footballer, Miura began his career with São Bento in Brazil before returning to Japan to join the original Japan Soccer League. Miura made significant contributions to Japanese football and played a pivotal role in popularizing the sport in the country. He achieved notable success with Yokohama FC and remained active in professional sports well into his 50s, making him one of the oldest professional footballers in history. His playing style and longevity in the sport have made him a prominent figure in Japanese sports culture.
Played for Yokohama FC
Selected for the Japan national team
Competed in the 1998 FIFA World Cup
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