Globetrotter
At just 15 years old, he had to leave his hometown of Shizuoka, signing for Santos, then Palmeiras, and so on. Meanwhile, he took on the leadership of the Japanese national team during the nineties, achieving their first qualification for a World Cup. Although, incomprehensibly, the manager left him out of the squad for France 1998.
Despite this, he caught the attention of European clubs such as Dinamo Zagreb, Genoa and Portuguese side Oliveirense. In fact, Kazu Miura can boast of having played across four of the six continents. America, Asia, Europe and also Oceania, thanks to his time at Sydney FC, among others.
Unstoppable
Accumulating a staggering 16 different clubs throughout his extensive 41-year professional career. Not counting his first steps in state school championships. Currently, approaching 59 years of age, the Japanese legend seems reluctant to give up his passion.
The striker during his presentation with Fukushima United | Archive photoFor this reason, he recently signed for Fukushima United, where he has already made his debut and even started a match in his new shirt. And if he keeps exploring challenges at his age, you can also find your new challenge at SportsMatch. Dare to keep going on your journey and beat the record of the 'King Kazu'.