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At 58, 'King Kazu' Joins Fukushima United on Loan

The 58-year-old extends his career with a Yokohama FC–approved loan, pledging full commitment to Fukushima United.

Overview

  • Fukushima United announced the loan, confirming the world's oldest active professional footballer will play in Japan's third tier.
  • Miura remains under contract with Yokohama FC and takes on another temporary move as he enters his 41st season.
  • He logged seven appearances on loan at fourth-tier Atletico Suzuka earlier this year and now steps up a division with this switch.
  • Turning 59 in February, he says his passion is unchanged and indicates he hopes to keep playing toward age 60.
  • He promised to give everything for Fukushima United’s players, staff, fans, sponsors and local community, capping a career that includes records for oldest J-League starter and 89 caps with 55 goals for Japan.