Manabu Wakabayashi facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | June 3, 1979 | ||
| Place of birth | Kanuma, Tochigi, Japan | ||
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) | ||
| Playing position | Forward | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Tochigi Uva FC | ||
| Number | 25 | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1995–1997 | Utsunomiya Technical High School | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1998–2003 | Hitachi Tochigi | ||
| 2004–2005 | Tochigi SC | 49 | (17) |
| 2005–2007 | Omiya Ardija | 26 | (3) |
| 2008 | Ehime FC | 33 | (2) |
| 2009 | Tochigi SC | 38 | (1) |
| 2010– | Tochigi Uva FC | 183 | (41) |
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Manabu Wakabayashi (若林 学, Wakabayashi Manabu, born June 3, 1979) is a Japanese football player. He plays as a forward for Tochigi Uva FC. A forward is a player whose main job is to score goals.
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Manabu Wakabayashi: A Football Journey
Manabu Wakabayashi is a talented Japanese football player. He was born on June 3, 1979, in Kanuma, Tochigi, Japan. He has spent many years playing for different teams in Japan's football leagues.
Early Days and Youth Career
Manabu started his football journey early. From 1995 to 1997, he played for Utsunomiya Technical High School. This was where he developed his skills and passion for the sport.
Playing for Different Teams
Manabu has played for several clubs throughout his career. Each team helped him grow as a player.
Tochigi SC
He played for Tochigi SC from 2004 to 2005. During this time, he scored 17 goals in 49 games. This showed he was a strong forward. He later returned to Tochigi SC in 2009.
Omiya Ardija
From 2005 to 2007, Manabu joined Omiya Ardija. This team played in the J1 League, which is one of Japan's top football leagues. He played 26 games and scored 3 goals for them.
Ehime FC
In 2008, Manabu played for Ehime FC. He appeared in 33 games and scored 2 goals. This was another important step in his career.
Tochigi Uva FC
Manabu has spent a significant part of his career with Tochigi Uva FC. He first played for them when they were known as Hitachi Tochigi. He returned to the club in 2010 and has been a key player ever since. He has played over 180 games and scored more than 40 goals for them.
Career Highlights
Manabu Wakabayashi has had a long and successful career. He has played in various leagues, including the JFL, J2 League, and J1 League. His dedication and skill have made him a respected player in Japanese football.
