Yu Eto facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Yu Eto | ||
| Date of birth | 17 October 1983 | ||
| Place of birth | Ōnojō, Fukuoka, Japan | ||
| Height | 1.73 m (5 ft 8 in) | ||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2002–2005 | Fukuoka University | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2006–2010 | Sagan Tosu | 75 | (4) |
| 2011–2015 | Tokushima Vortis | 116 | (15) |
| 2016–2017 | Kataller Toyama | 46 | (5) |
| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 2 February 2018 | |||
Yu Eto (衛藤 裕, Eto Yū, born 17 October 1983 in Ōnojō, Fukuoka) is a former Japanese footballer. He played as a midfielder for several teams in Japan, including Sagan Tosu, Tokushima Vortis, and Kataller Toyama. He was known for his skills in the middle of the field.
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Yu Eto's Football Journey
Yu Eto started his football career playing for Fukuoka University from 2002 to 2005. This is where he developed his skills before becoming a professional player.
Playing for Sagan Tosu
In 2006, Yu Eto joined Sagan Tosu, a professional football club in Japan. He played for them for five seasons, until 2010. During his time with Sagan Tosu, he played in 75 league games and scored 4 goals. He was an important part of the team's midfield.
Time with Tokushima Vortis
After leaving Sagan Tosu, Yu Eto moved to Tokushima Vortis in 2011. He spent another five seasons with this club, from 2011 to 2015. This was a very active period for him, as he played in 116 league matches and scored 15 goals. In 2014, he even played in the J1 League, which is the top football league in Japan.
Final Years at Kataller Toyama
Yu Eto's last professional club was Kataller Toyama. He played for them from 2016 to 2017. During these two seasons, he appeared in 46 league games and scored 5 goals. He retired from professional football after the 2017 season.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Yu Eto played in 237 league games and scored 24 goals. He also participated in cup competitions like the Emperor's Cup and the J. League Cup. His dedication and skill made him a respected midfielder in Japanese football.
See also
In Spanish: Yu Eto para niños
