Shuichi Akai facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Shuichi Akai | ||
| Date of birth | 2 September 1981 | ||
| Place of birth | Hokkaido, Japan | ||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||
| Playing position | Midfielder | ||
| Club information | |||
| Current club | Ehime | ||
| Number | 16 | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 2004- | Ehime | ||
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- In this Japanese name, the family name is Akai.
Shuichi Akai (赤井秀一, Akai Shuichi, born 2 September 1981) is a professional football player from Japan. He is known for playing as a Midfielder for the team Ehime.
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Shuichi Akai's Football Journey
Shuichi Akai was born on September 2, 1981, in Hokkaido, Japan. He grew up to become a professional athlete, focusing on the sport of football. He is known for his skills as a midfielder, a player who helps both defend and attack on the field.
Playing for Ehime F.C.
Shuichi Akai spent his entire professional career playing for Ehime. He joined the club in 2004. For the first two years, from 2004 to 2005, Ehime played in the Japan Football League. This was an important league for Japanese football clubs.
Moving Up to J. League 2
In 2006, Ehime F.C. moved up to the J. League 2. This is a higher level of professional football in Japan. Shuichi Akai continued to be a key player for Ehime in this league. He played many games for the team, showing his dedication and skill as a midfielder. He was known for his consistent performance on the field.
His Role as a Midfielder
As a midfielder, Shuichi Akai's job was to control the middle of the football field. This means he helped win the ball back from opponents. He also helped pass the ball forward to his teammates who were attacking. Midfielders need to be good at both defense and offense. They often run the most during a game. Akai's long career with Ehime F.C. shows how important he was to the team.
