Ryota Moriwaki facts for kids
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| Full name | Ryota Moriwaki | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | 6 April 1986 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Fukuyama, Hiroshima, Japan | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.78 m | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Playing position | Centre back | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2002–2004 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2005–2012 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 141 | (13) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2006–2007 | → Ehime FC (loan) | 79 | (4) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2013–2019 | Urawa Red Diamonds | 182 | (11) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2020–2021 | Kyoto Sanga | 23 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2022–2024 | Ehime FC | 8 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2011–2013 | Japan | 3 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Ryota Moriwaki (森脇 良太, Moriwaki Ryōta, born 6 April 1986) is a Japanese football player. He plays as a centre-back for Ehime FC.
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Early Life and Youth Career
Ryota Moriwaki was born on April 6, 1986, in Fukuyama, Japan. He started his football journey at a young age. From 2002 to 2004, he played for the youth team of Sanfrecce Hiroshima. This is where he developed his skills as a defender.
Club Career Highlights
Ryota Moriwaki has played for several important football clubs in Japan. He is known for his strong defense and ability to help his team win championships.
Sanfrecce Hiroshima (2005–2012)
Moriwaki began his professional career with Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2005.
- He played 141 games and scored 13 goals for the club.
- During this time, he was loaned to Ehime FC from 2006 to 2007. He played 79 games and scored 4 goals for Ehime FC during his loan period.
- He returned to Sanfrecce Hiroshima and helped them win the J2 League in 2008.
- In 2012, he was a key player when Sanfrecce Hiroshima won the top Japanese league, the J1 League. This was a big achievement for the team.
Urawa Red Diamonds (2013–2019)
In 2013, Ryota Moriwaki joined Urawa Red Diamonds, another major Japanese club.
- He played 182 games and scored 11 goals for Urawa Red Diamonds.
- He helped the team win the J.League Cup in 2016.
- His biggest success with Urawa Reds was winning the AFC Champions League in 2017. This is a very important competition for clubs in Asia.
- He also helped the team win the Emperor's Cup in 2018.
Later Career (2020–Present)
After his time with Urawa Red Diamonds, Moriwaki continued his career.
- From 2020 to 2021, he played for Kyoto Sanga.
- Since 2022, he has been playing for Ehime FC, the same club he was loaned to earlier in his career.
National Team Career
Ryota Moriwaki also represented his country, Japan, in international football.
- He played for the Japan national team from 2011 to 2013.
- He was part of the squad that won the AFC Asian Cup in 2011. This is a major tournament for national teams in Asia.
- He also helped Japan win the EAFF East Asian Cup in 2013.
- He played a total of 3 games for the national team.
Honours and Achievements
Ryota Moriwaki has won many awards and championships throughout his career.
Club Achievements
- J1 League: 2012 (with Sanfrecce Hiroshima)
- J2 League: 2008 (with Sanfrecce Hiroshima)
- Japanese Super Cup: 2008 (with Sanfrecce Hiroshima)
- AFC Champions League: 2017 (with Urawa Red Diamonds)
- J.League Cup: 2016 (with Urawa Red Diamonds)
- Emperor's Cup: 2018 (with Urawa Red Diamonds)
International Achievements
- AFC Asian Cup: 2011 (with Japan)
- EAFF East Asian Cup: 2013 (with Japan)
See also
In Spanish: Ryōta Moriwaki para niños
