Kazuki Teshima facts for kids
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| Full name | Kazuki Teshima | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | June 7, 1979 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Iizuka, Fukuoka, Japan | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Defender | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1995–1997 | Higashi Fukuoka High School | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1998 | Yokohama Flügels | 0 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1999–2009 | Kyoto Sanga FC | 242 | (5) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2006 | →Gamba Osaka (loan) | 0 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total | 242 | (5) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1999 | Japan U-20 | 7 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Kazuki Teshima (手島 和希, born June 7, 1979) is a former Japanese football player. He played as a defender during his career.
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Playing for Clubs
Kazuki Teshima was born in Iizuka, Japan, on June 7, 1979. After finishing high school, he started his professional football journey.
Early Career and Yokohama Flügels
In 1998, Teshima joined Yokohama Flügels, a professional football club. However, the club faced financial problems. Because of this, it had to close down at the end of the 1998 season.
Time with Kyoto Sanga FC
After Yokohama Flügels disbanded, Teshima moved to Kyoto Purple Sanga in 1999. This club later changed its name to Kyoto Sanga FC. He became an important player there, often playing as a center back. In 2002, his team won the Emperor's Cup, which is a major football tournament in Japan.
Loan to Gamba Osaka and Return
In 2006, Teshima went on loan to a bigger club, Gamba Osaka. A loan means he played for them for a short time. However, he did not get to play in any matches for Gamba Osaka. He returned to Kyoto Sanga FC in April 2006.
Retirement from Football
Teshima continued to play for Kyoto Sanga FC. By 2009, he found fewer chances to play in matches. He decided to retire from professional football at the end of the 2009 season.
Playing for Japan
Kazuki Teshima also represented his country on the international stage.
Japan U-20 National Team
In April 1999, Teshima was chosen to play for the Japan U-20 national team. This team competed in the 1999 FIFA World Youth Championship. This is a big tournament for young players from around the world.
World Youth Championship Success
At the 1999 World Youth Championship, Teshima played in all seven matches. He played the entire game in each of these matches. Japan performed very well in the tournament. They finished in second place, which was a great achievement. Teshima played a key role as a center back in the team's defense.
Achievements
- FIFA World Youth Championship runner-up: 1999
See also
In Spanish: Kazuki Teshima para niños
