Daigo Nishi is a professional footballer known for his role as a defender in Japanese football.
He began his professional career with Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo in 2006, where he initially struggled for playing time.
Nishi joined Kashima Antlers in 2011, contributing significantly to the team's success over seven years.
Biography
Early Life
Daigo Nishi is a Japanese professional footballer born into a family that nurtured his athletic talents from a young age. As a child, he showcased his skills on television, appearing on the program "1×8 Ikoyo" as a kid master of lifting. His early involvement in sports laid the foundation for a promising career in football, where he began playing for the U-15 and U-18 teams of Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo. During his youth, he trained with the Portuguese club CS Maritimo, gaining valuable experience that would shape his future in the sport.
Career
Nishi's professional career kicked off in 2006 with Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo, where he initially struggled for playing time. However, he quickly made a name for himself, scoring his first professional goal in a crucial match against Ehime FC. Over the years, he transitioned from a forward to a right wing-back, becoming a key player for the team. In 2010, he was loaned to Albirex Niigata, where he continued to develop his skills and played 29 matches.
His career took a significant turn when he joined Kashima Antlers in 2011, where he not only contributed to the team's success but also earned a spot on the Japan national team. Nishi represented Japan in various international competitions, including the AFC Asian Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup 2016, where he made history as the first player to be judged by VAR in a semi-final match. After stints with Vissel Kobe and Urawa Red Diamonds, he returned to Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo in 2022, continuing to showcase his defensive prowess and playmaking abilities.
Personal Life
Beyond the pitch, Nishi's family has been supportive of his career, with his sister, Sakurako Nishi, being a member of the cheerleading team for Consadole Sapporo. His journey reflects not only his dedication to football but also the influence of his upbringing and family in shaping his professional path. Nishi's style of play, characterized by his leadership in defense and technical skills, has made him a valuable asset to every team he has played for, both in domestic leagues and on the international stage.
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Youth period
He played as a regular member in U-15, U-18 Consadole Sapporo (currently J league Div.1). In U-15 team, he played as forward with Mike Havenaar, and in U-18 team played as offensive- and defensive-midfielder. In 2004, he took part in the training with Portuguese club, CS Maritimo. In 2005, the team participated in the All Japan youth championship and he contributed to the runners-up.
Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo
In 2006, he started his professional career in Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo with Seiya Fujita, but at the beginning, he had few chances to play in the matches. In 2007, he went to Brasil to join in the training in EC Viroria with Shunsuke Iwanuma. He went there on 30 September and the contract would continue until December, but due to many injured players in Consadole, he was brought back to Sapporo on 24 October. On 27 October, he played in J league match against Ehime FC from in the middle and scored the primary goal as a professional in the additional time, which resulted in the winning of the team. In 2008, he marked 3 goals in total, all of them were scored in the additional time, including the winning goal against Kashiwa Reysol on 30 March. He changed his position from right wing-half to right wing-back in 2009 and participated in 42 matches and scored 7 goals.
Albirex Niigata
He transferred to Albirex Niigata on loan in 2010. At the beginning, he was a substitute member for midfielder, but afterward played 29 matches…
National team
On 6 December 2010, he was selected for back-up members of AFC Asian Cup 2011. In KIRIN Cup against Peru on 1 June 2011, he played for the national team for the first time. On 1 October 2014, he was elected for the national team by the head coach Javier Aguirre. On 26 March 2019, Nishi played his first match since 2011 for Japan against Bolivia.
FIFA Club World Cup 2016
He participated in FIFA Club World Cup 2016. He played the final against Real Madrid C.F. for full-time. He is the first player in the world who was judged by VAR (Video Assistant Referee) in the semi-final against Atletico Nacional.
He is a leader in team defence, often coordinating the other defenders from the right wing. He is also known as good playmaker as his number of passes are often top in the team, building up games from the right wing. Because of his experience as a midfielder, his technical skills enable him to exchange passes in narrow spaces and provide key passes. By improving defensive skill, accurate crossing ability, physical strength and an ability to concentrate, he is an asset in both attack and defence.
- National team
- Japan
- Club
- Albirex Niigata (2010–2010)
- Club
- Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo (2006–2010)
- Club
- Kashima Antlers (2011–2018)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (2011–2019)
- Club
- Vissel Kobe (2019–2020)
- Club
- Urawa Red Diamonds (2021–2021)
- Club
- Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo (2022–)
Personal
When he was an elementary school student, he appeared on TV program "1×8 Ikoyo" as a kids master of lifting. His sister, Sakurako Nishi belonged to the cheerleading team of Consadole Sapporo.
Clubs
- Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo2022current
- Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo2006–2010
- Albirex Niigata2010–2010
- Japan men's national football team2011–2019
- Kashima Antlers2011–2018
- Vissel Kobe2019–2020
- Urawa Red Diamonds2021–2021
Played together with
- Adalto Batista da SilvaHokkaido Consadole Sapporo · 2001–2001
- Adiel de Oliveira AmorimUrawa Red Diamonds · 2000–2000
Ado OnaiwuUrawa Red Diamonds- Adriano Gerlin da SilvaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2001–2001
- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2012–2012
- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaVissel Kobe · 2010–2011
- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaVissel Kobe · 2013–2013
- Akihiko TakeshigeAlbirex Niigata · 2013–2013
- Akihiro EndōVissel Kobe · 2005–2007
- Akihiro KuriharaAlbirex Niigata
- Akihiro NagashimaVissel Kobe · 1995–2000
- Akihiro SatoKashima Antlers · 2010–2010
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Daigo Nishi is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a right back for J3 League club Iwate Grulla Morioka.
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