Hideaki Kitajima
Hideaki Kitajima is a former Japanese football player known for his role as a forward.
He began his professional career with Kashiwa Reysol in 1997, where he made a significant impact.
Kitajima played his last professional season with Roasso Kumamoto, retiring at the end of 2013.
Biography
Early Life
Hideaki Kitajima was born on May 23, 1978, in Narashino, Japan. He developed a passion for football at a young age, which led him to pursue a career in the sport after graduating from high school.
Career
Kitajima began his professional career in 1997 when he joined Kashiwa Reysol. During his time with the club, he made a significant impact, helping them win the J.League Cup in 1999 and achieving third place in the J1 League in both 1999 and 2000. After a successful stint, he moved to Shimizu S-Pulse in 2003, where he continued to hone his skills as a forward. In 2006, he returned to Kashiwa Reysol, contributing to their victory in the 2011 J1 League. In June 2012, he transferred to Roasso Kumamoto, where he played until his retirement at the end of the 2013 season.
In addition to his club career, Kitajima represented the Japan national team, making his debut in the 2000 Asian Cup. He scored a goal against Uzbekistan and played a crucial role in Japan's championship victory in the tournament.
Managerial Career
After retiring as a player, Kitajima transitioned into management. On November 16, 2023, he was appointed as the manager of Criacao Shinjuku, a club in the Japan Football League, for the upcoming 2024 season. His extensive experience as a player is expected to influence his coaching style and leadership.
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Career & Clubs
Kitajima was born in Narashino on May 23, 1978. After graduating from high school, he joined Kashiwa Reysol in 1997. In 1999, he played many matches and the club won J.League Cup. The club also won the 3rd place 1999 and 2000 J1 League. However his opportunity to play decreased, he moved to Shimizu S-Pulse in 2003. He returned to Kashiwa Reysol in 2006. In 2011, the club won the champions 2011 J1 League. He moved to Roasso Kumamoto in June 2012. He retired end of 2013 season.
In October 2000, Kitajima was selected Japan national team for 2000 Asian Cup. At this competition, on October 17, he debuted and scored a goal against Uzbekistan. He played 2 games and Japan won the champions. He played 3 games and scored 1 goal for Japan in 2000.
On 16 November 2023, Kitajima appointment manager of JFL club Criacao Shinjuku for upcoming 2024 season.
- Club
- Roasso Kumamoto (2012–2013)
- Club
- Kashiwa Reysol (1997–2002)
- Club
- Shimizu S-Pulse (2003–2005)
- Club
- Kashiwa Reysol (2006–2012)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (2000–2000)
Legacy
Kashiwa Reysol J.League Cup : 1999 J2 League : 2010 J1 League : 2011 Japanese Super Cup : 2012 Japan National Team AFC Asian Cup : 2000
Clubs
- Kashiwa Reysol1997–2002
- Japan men's national football team2000–2000
- Shimizu S-Pulse2003–2005
- Kashiwa Reysol2006–2012
- Roasso Kumamoto2012–2013
Played together with
- Adebayo AdigunKashiwa Reysol · 2009–2010
- Ademir SantosShimizu S-Pulse · 1992–1996
- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaKashiwa Reysol · 2008–2009
Ahn Jung-hwanShimizu S-Pulse · 2002–2003- Akihiro HayashiShimizu S-Pulse · 2012–2013
- Akihiro HyodoKashiwa Reysol · 2011–2011
- Akihiro HyodoShimizu S-Pulse · 2005–2010
- Akihiro NagashimaShimizu S-Pulse · 1994–1995
- Akimi BaradaKashiwa Reysol · 2009
- Akinori NishizawaShimizu S-Pulse · 2007–2008
Akira MatsunagaKashiwa Reysol · 1971–1982
Akira NishinoKashiwa Reysol · 1978–1990
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Identifiers & aliases
Hideaki Kitajima is a former Japanese football player and last play for Japan national team. He's to set manager of JFL club, Criacao Shinjuku from 2024.
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