Archive · 9 Jan 2026

58-Year-Old Miura Joins Fukushima United

58-Year-Old Miura Joins Fukushima United

Kazuyoshi Miura, a famous soccer player from Japan, is 58 years old and has been playing soccer for 41 seasons.

He recently joined a new team called Fukushima United, which plays in the third division of Japan's soccer leagues.

Miura said he almost gave up on playing in the top leagues, but he got an offer to join Fukushima United and is excited to play again.

He has played for many teams around the world, including in Brazil, Italy, Croatia, and Portugal.

He also played for Japan's national team and scored 55 goals.

Miura says his goal is to keep playing for as long as he can, even if it's just for a minute or a second.

He wants to help his new team by scoring goals and making assists.

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