Michihiro Yasuda facts for kids
Yasuda with Japan in 2008
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| Full name | Michihiro Yasuda | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 20 December 1987 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Kobe, Hyōgo, Japan | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Full back | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Youth career | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 1997–2005 | Gamba Osaka | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Senior career* | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2006–2010 | Gamba Osaka | 111 | (1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2011–2013 | Vitesse Arnhem | 45 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2013 | Júbilo Iwata | 7 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2014 | Sagan Tosu | 33 | (1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2015 | Vissel Kobe | 12 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2016 | Nagoya Grampus | 22 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2017 | Busan IPark | 21 | (1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2018 | Albirex Niigata | 30 | (6) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2019–2021 | JEF United Chiba | 70 | (1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2022 | Matsumoto Yamaga FC | 5 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| International career‡ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2005–2007 | Japan U20 | 6 | (3) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2008 | Japan U23 | 3 | (0) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2008–2011 | Japan | 7 | (1) | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 22 November 2022, 14:20 (UTC) ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 2 September 2011 |
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Michihiro Yasuda (安田 理大, Yasuda Michihiro, born 20 December 1987) is a former Japanese football player. He played as a full-back. Michihiro was part of the Japan national team until 2011.
His younger brother, Kodai, is also a professional footballer. He plays for Ehime FC.
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Michihiro Yasuda's Club Career
Michihiro Yasuda was born in Kobe, Japan, on December 20, 1987. He grew up in Suita, Osaka from the age of five. He joined the youth team of Gamba Osaka in 2006.
Playing for Gamba Osaka
Yasuda started his professional career with Gamba Osaka. He played many games for them. He was a key player in their defense.
Moving to Europe
On January 5, 2011, Yasuda moved to the Dutch team Vitesse Arnhem. He was the first Japanese footballer to play for Vitesse Arnhem. This was a big step in his career.
Returning to Japan
After playing in the Netherlands, Yasuda returned to Japan. He played for several different teams. These included Júbilo Iwata, Sagan Tosu, Vissel Kobe, and Nagoya Grampus.
Later Career and Retirement
In 2017, he played for Busan IPark in South Korea. Later, he joined Albirex Niigata and JEF United Chiba. In 2022, Yasuda joined Matsumoto Yamaga. On January 4, 2023, Michihiro Yasuda announced his retirement from football. He had a professional career that lasted 16 years.
Michihiro Yasuda's National Team Career
Michihiro Yasuda also played for Japan's national football teams.
Youth National Teams
In July 2007, Yasuda was chosen for the Japan U-20 national team. He played in the 2007 FIFA U-20 World Cup. He played all four matches as a left-sided defender. In August 2008, he joined the Japan U-23 national team. He played in the 2008 Summer Olympics.
Senior National Team
In February 2008, Yasuda was selected for the main Japan national team. He made his first appearance on February 17 against North Korea. This was during the 2008 East Asian Football Championship. He played a total of 7 matches for the senior national team. He scored 1 goal for Japan.
Michihiro Yasuda's Achievements
Michihiro Yasuda won several awards and honors during his career.
Club Trophies
- Emperor's Cup: He won this cup twice with Gamba Osaka in 2008 and 2009.
- J. League Cup: He won this cup once with Gamba Osaka in 2007.
- Japanese Super Cup: He won this cup once with Gamba Osaka in 2007.
- AFC Champions League: This is a major Asian club competition. He won it with Gamba Osaka in 2008.
- Pan-Pacific Championship: He won this championship with Gamba Osaka in 2008.
Individual Awards
- J. League Cup Most Valuable Player: He was named the best player in the 2007 J. League Cup.
- J. League Cup New Hero Award: He also won this award in 2007, recognizing him as a rising star.
See also
In Spanish: Michihiro Yasuda para niños
