Hidemaro Watanabe
Hidemaro Watanabe was a prominent Japanese football player who lived from 1924 to 2011.
He played for the Japan men's national football team during the 1954 season.
Watanabe was known for his role as a goalkeeper throughout his football career.
Biography
Early Life
Hidemaro Watanabe was born on September 24, 1924, in Hiroshima, Japan. He pursued his education at Kokugakuin University, where he developed his passion for football, laying the foundation for his future career in the sport.
Career
Watanabe's professional football career began with Chugoku Electric Power, where he honed his skills as a goalkeeper. His talent was soon recognized, leading to his selection for the Japan men's national football team in 1954. During this time, he made his international debut on March 14, 1954, in a World Cup qualification match against South Korea. Watanabe also represented Japan at the 1954 Asian Games, playing a total of two games for his national team that year.
Legacy
Hidemaro Watanabe's contributions to Japanese football were significant, especially during the early years of the national team. He passed away on October 12, 2011, in Hiroshima, after a battle with pancreatic cancer, leaving behind a legacy as a dedicated athlete who represented his country on the international stage.
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Career & Clubs
Watanabe was born in Hiroshima on September 24, 1924. After graduating from Kokugakuin University, he played for Chugoku Electric Power.
In March 1954, Watanabe was selected Japan national team for 1954 World Cup qualification. At this qualification, on March 14, he debuted against South Korea. He also played at 1954 Asian Games. He played 2 games for Japan in 1954. On October 12, 2011, Watanabe died of pancreatic cancer in Hiroshima at the age of 87.
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- Japan men's national football team (1954–1954)
Clubs
- Japan men's national football team1954–1954
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Identifiers & aliases
Hidemaro Watanabe was a Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
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