Genki Haraguchi is a professional footballer known for his role as an attacking midfielder for both club and country.
He began his professional career with Urawa Red Diamonds, debuting in 2008.
In 2014, Haraguchi signed with Hertha BSC, marking a significant step in his career.
Biography
Early Life
Genki Haraguchi is a Japanese professional footballer born in Japan, who has made a significant impact in the world of football as an attacking midfielder. He began his professional career with Urawa Red Diamonds, making his debut on May 25, 2008, in a J. League Cup match against Nagoya Grampus. Haraguchi quickly established himself as a promising talent, scoring his first professional goal against the same team in a J. League Division 1 game on April 12, 2009.
Career
Haraguchi's career took a notable turn when he signed with Hertha BSC in May 2014. During his time there, he scored his first competitive goal on August 16, 2014, in a DFB Pokal match and netted his first Bundesliga goal on March 14, 2015, against Schalke 04. In January 2018, he joined Fortuna Düsseldorf on loan, playing a crucial role in their promotion to the Bundesliga. Following his loan, he signed with Hannover 96 in June 2018 and later moved to 1. FC Union Berlin in 2021. In January 2023, Haraguchi signed an eighteen-month contract with VfB Stuttgart, where he continued to showcase his skills until his departure in May 2024.
On the international stage, Haraguchi has represented Japan at various levels, including the under-19 and under-23 teams, and the senior national team from 2011 to 2022. He was part of the squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup and contributed to Japan's success in the 2013 EAFF East Asian Cup.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Haraguchi has earned several accolades, including the J. League Cup New Hero Award in 2011 and being a runner-up in the AFC Asian Cup in 2019. His journey reflects his dedication and talent, making him a respected figure in Japanese football.
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Career & Clubs
Urawa Red Diamonds
Haraguchi made his debut as a professional on 25 May 2008, in the J. League Cup match against Nagoya Grampus. He scored his first professional goal against Nagoya Grampus in a J. League Division 1 game on 12 April 2009.
Hertha BSC
On 25 May 2014, it was announced that Haraguchi had been signed by Hertha BSC. He scored his first competitive goal for Hertha on 16 August 2014 in a 4–2 win during the first round DFB Pokal game against FC Viktoria Köln. He scored his first Bundesliga goal on 14 March against Schalke 04 to put Hertha 2–1 in front. In January 2018, Haraguchi joined Fortuna Düsseldorf on loan until the end of the season.
Fortuna Düsseldorf (loan)
While on loan at Düsseldorf for the 2017–18 season, Haraguchi played a key role in helping the side gain promotion to the Bundesliga.
Hannover 96
On 11 June 2018, Haraguchi announced that he had reached an agreement to join Hannover 96 for the 2018–19 season.
VfB Stuttgart
On 30 January 2023, Haraguchi signed for VfB Stuttgart on an eighteen-month contract. On 18 May 2024, VfB Stuttgart announced that Haraguchi will leave the club after this season when his contract expires.
2011 AFC Asian Cup
Haraguchi was elected as one of the preliminary registration members on Japan's 50-man list.
2013 EAFF East Asian Cup
Haraguchi played for Japan in the 2013 EAFF East Asian Cup. He played against China PR and South Korea for 71 and 90 minutes respectively, and helped Japan to win the championship for the first time.
2018 World Cup
In May 2018, Haraguchi was named to Japan's preliminary squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.
Club
As of match played 18 May 2024
International
As of match played 23 September 2022
Scores and results list Japan's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Haraguchi goal.
- Club
- VfB Stuttgart (2023–2024)
- Club
- Urawa Red Diamonds (2024–2025)
- Club
- K Beerschot VA (2025–)
- League
- Bundesliga
- League
- 2. Bundesliga
- National team
- Japan
- Club
- 1. FC Union Berlin (2021–2023)
- Club
- Hertha BSC (2014–2018)
- Club
- Urawa Red Diamonds (2008–2014)
- Club
- Japan national under-19 association football team (2008–2008)
- Club
- Japan national under-23 football team (2012–2012)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (2011–2022)
- Club
- Fortuna Düsseldorf (2018–2018)
- Club
- Hannover 96 (2018–2021)
Legacy
Fortuna Düsseldorf
2. Bundesliga: 2017–18 Japan
AFC Asian Cup runner-up: 2019 EAFF East Asian Cup: 2013 Individual
J. League Cup New Hero Award: 2011
Clubs
- K Beerschot VA2025current
- Japan national under-19 association football team2008–2008
- Urawa Red Diamonds2008–2014
- Japan men's national football team2011–2022
- Japan national under-23 football team2012–2012
- Hertha BSC2014–2018
- Fortuna Düsseldorf2018–2018
- Hannover 962018–2021
- 1. FC Union Berlin2021–2023
- VfB Stuttgart2023–2024
- Urawa Red Diamonds2024–2025
Played together with
- Abel XavierHannover 96 · 2003–2004
Adam HloušekVfB Stuttgart · 2014–2016- Adam HloušekVfB Stuttgart · 2014–2016
Adam MatuszczykFortuna Düsseldorf · 2012–2012
Adam Nemec1. FC Union Berlin · 2012–2015- Adhemar Ferreira de Camargo NetoVfB Stuttgart · 2001–2003
- Adiel de Oliveira AmorimUrawa Red Diamonds · 2000–2000
Ado OnaiwuUrawa Red Diamonds- Adrian KnupVfB Stuttgart · 1992–1994
- Adriano Gerlin da SilvaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2001–2001
Adrián RamosHertha BSC · 2009–2014- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2012–2012
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Identifiers & aliases
Genki Haraguchi is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder for Belgian Challenger Pro League club Beerschot and the Japan national team.
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