Emi Nakajima is a talented Japanese footballer known for her skills as a midfielder.
She began her professional career with INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2009, where she achieved significant success.
Nakajima was part of the INAC Kobe Leonessa team that won the L.League championship three times in a row from 2011 to 2013.
Biography
Early Life
Emi Nakajima was born on September 27, 1990, in Yasu, Japan. From a young age, she showed a passion for football, which led her to pursue a career in the sport. After completing her high school education, she took a significant step in her football journey by joining INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2009.
Career
Nakajima quickly made her mark in the football world as a midfielder. During her time with INAC Kobe Leonessa, the club achieved remarkable success, winning the L.League championship three consecutive times from 2011 to 2013. Her individual talent was recognized when she was selected for the Best Eleven in both 2013 and 2017.
In addition to her club success, Nakajima has had a distinguished international career. She was part of the Japan women's national under-20 football team that competed in the 2010 U20 World Cup in Germany, where she scored a goal against England. She made her senior debut for the Japan national team on May 14, 2011, and has since participated in several major tournaments, including the AFC Women's Asian Cup, where Japan emerged as champions in 2014. Nakajima was also part of the squad for the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup and the 2020 Summer Olympics, showcasing her enduring presence in the national team.
Legacy
Emi Nakajima's contributions to Japanese football are significant, both at the club and international levels. Her achievements include multiple championships with INAC Kobe Leonessa and a prestigious title with the national team, solidifying her status as a key player in women's football in Japan.
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Career & Clubs
Nakajima was born in Yasu on September 27, 1990. After graduating from high school, she joined INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2009. The club won L.League championship for 3 years in a row (2011-2013). She was also selected Best Eleven in 2013 and 2017.
Nakajima was included in Norio Sasaki's Japan U20 national team for the 2010 U20 World Cup in Germany. She appeared in all of Japan's three matches against Mexico, Nigeria and England, scoring one goal in a 3–1 win against England, as Japan were eliminated in the group stage. Nakajima received her first cap for the senior team against United States on May 14, 2011. On July 10, 2013, she was called up to the 2013 East Asian Cup in South Korea. She scored her first goal on July 20 in a 2–0 win against China in the first East Asian Cup final round match. In 2014, she played at 2014 Asian Cup and 2014 Asian Games. Japan won the championship at Asian Cup and 2nd place at Asian Games. On 19 March 2018, she was called up to the 2018 AFC Women's Asian Cup, where Japan won the championship. On 10 May 2019, Nakajima was included in the 23-player squad for the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. On 18 June 2021, she was included in the Japan squad for the 2020 Summer Olympics.
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- Speranza Osaka
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- INAC Kobe Leonessa (2009–)
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- Japan women's national under-20 football team (2010–2010)
- Club
- Japan women's national football team (2011–)
Legacy
Club
INAC Kobe Leonessa L.League (2): 2011, 2012 Empress's Cup (3): 2010, 2011, 2012 Japan and South Korea Women's League Championship (1): 2012
Japan
AFC Women's Asian Cup Champion: 2014
Clubs
- INAC Kobe Leonessa2009current
- Japan women's national football team2011current
- Speranza Osakacurrent
- Japan women's national under-20 football team2010–2010
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Identifiers & aliases
Emi Nakajima is a Japanese footballer who plays as a midfielder. She plays for Gyeongju KHNP WFC and Japan national team.
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