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'King Kazu' Miura, 58, Returns to J.League With Fukushima United Loan

The move ends a five-year absence from the league's top three divisions.

Overview

  • Fukushima United and Yokohama FC announced a loan through the end of June 2026.
  • The veteran striker is set for his 41st professional season after logging 69 minutes without a goal across seven games for fourth-tier Atletico Suzuka in 2025.
  • Miura described the switch as a new challenge and said his passion for football has not changed.
  • It is his fourth loan since 2022 from Yokohama FC, a club he has not appeared for since 2020.
  • The former Japan star, who scored 55 goals in 89 caps and turns 59 in February, joins as Kyodo reports the J.League plans a special February–June tournament in 2026.