Kazuyoshi Miura has extended his record-breaking soccer career by signing with Fukushima United FC at age 58, marking his 41st professional season.
Japanese soccer legend Kazuyoshi Miura, 58, has officially signed with third-division side Fukushima United FC, further extending his unprecedented professional career.
Known globally as “King Kazu,” the forward is entering his 41st professional season. This move marks his fourth loan in four years from parent club Yokohama FC.
Miura, who turns 59 in February, continues to hold the record as the world’s oldest active professional soccer player.
Miura’s storied journey began in 1986 with Brazil’s Santos and has spanned four decades across Italy, Croatia, and Australia.
A former Asian Footballer of the Year and J.League MVP, he earned 89 caps for Japan before retiring from international duty in 2000.
Despite his age, his commitment remains absolute as he joins the Fukushima squad, stating, “I am pleased to announce my transfer to Fukushima United FC, embarking on a new challenge.”
The veteran striker remains a symbol of longevity in global sports, having been named to the J.League’s 30th-anniversary team in 2023.
As he prepares for the upcoming season, his focus remains on contributing to his new club’s legacy.
Miura expressed his enduring enthusiasm for the sport, saying, “My passion for soccer will never change, even as I get older. Let’s build a new history together.”