Kazuyuki Toda
Kazuyuki Toda is a former Japanese professional football player and manager, known for his versatility on the field as a midfielder and defender.
Toda played in the Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur during a brief loan spell in 2003.
He began his professional career with Shimizu S-Pulse, where he played from 1996 to 2004 and won multiple titles.
Biography
Early Life
Kazuyuki Toda was born on December 30, 1977, in Sagamihara, Japan. He began his football journey at a young age, eventually joining Shimizu S-Pulse in 1996 after graduating from high school. His early career was marked by versatility, as he initially played as a left defender before transitioning to a defensive midfielder role.
Club Career
Toda's professional career spanned several clubs and countries. He played for Shimizu S-Pulse from 1996 to 2004, where he contributed to the team's success, including winning the 1999–2000 Asian Cup Winners' Cup and the 2001 Emperor's Cup. In 2003, he had a brief loan spell at Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, where he made four appearances. Following his time in England, he played for ADO Den Haag in the Netherlands before returning to Japan to play for clubs like Tokyo Verdy, Sanfrecce Hiroshima, and JEF United Chiba. His career continued with stints at Gyeongnam FC, Thespa Gunma, FC Machida Zelvia, and Warriors FC, culminating in his retirement at the end of the 2013 season.
International Career
Toda's international career began with the Japan U17 and U20 teams, where he showcased his talent on the world stage. He made his senior debut for the Japan national team during the 2001 Confederations Cup and played a crucial role in the 2002 FIFA World Cup, participating in all four matches and forming a strong midfield partnership. Over his international career, he earned 20 caps and scored one goal for Japan.
Managerial Career
After retiring as a player, Toda transitioned into management. In November 2022, he was appointed as the manager of SC Sagamihara in the J3 League for the 2023 season. However, his tenure was short-lived, as he was dismissed in June 2024 after the team was positioned in 9th place after 17 matches.
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Career & Clubs
Toda was born in Sagamihara on 30 December 1977. After graduating from high school, he joined Shimizu S-Pulse in 1996. He played many matches as left defender. The club won 1999–2000 Asian Cup Winners' Cup. In 2001, he was converted to defensive midfielder as Santos successor. The club won the champions 2001 Emperor's Cup. In 2003, he moved to England on loan with Tottenham Hotspur, but only played four games for the team. In 2004, he moved to Netherlands club ADO Den Haag. In July, he returned to Shimizu S-Pulse. In 2005, he moved to Tokyo Verdy. However the club relegated to J2 League and he moved to Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2006. The club was relegated to J2 League and his opportunity to play decreased in 2008 and he moved to JEF United Chiba in June 2008. Toward end of his career, he played for Gyeongnam, Thespa Kusatsu, FC Machida Zelvia and Warriors. He retired end of 2013 season.
On 14 November 2022, Toda was announced as manager of J3 League club SC Sagamihara for the 2023 season. In June 2024, he was dismissed after the 17th matchweek with the team in 9th place.
In August 1993, Toda was selected Japan U17 national team for 1993 U-17 World Championship. He played all four matches. In June 1997, he was also selected Japan U20 national team for 1997 World Youth Championship. He played full-time in all five matches as left defender of three backs defense. In February 2001, Toda was selected Japan national team for 2001 Confederations Cup. At this tournament, on 31 May, he debuted against Canada. He played four matches as defensive midfielder and Japan achieved second place. After this tournament, he played most matches for Japan until 2002 World Cup. At 2002 World Cup, he played the full 90 minutes in all four matches in a defensive midfielder pairing with Junichi Inamoto. He played 20 games and scored 1 goal for Japan until 2002.
Club
International
Scores and results list Japan's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Toda goal.
- Club
- Shimizu S-Pulse (2004–2004)
- Club
- JEF United Chiba (2008–2008)
- Club
- Gyeongnam FC (2009–2009)
- Club
- Thespa Gunma (2010–2011)
- Club
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima (2006–2008)
- Club
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (2003–2003)
- Club
- Tokyo Verdy (2005–2005)
- Club
- ADO Den Haag (2004–2004)
- Club
- Warriors FC (2013–2013)
- Club
- FC Machida Zelvia (2012–2012)
- Club
- Shimizu S-Pulse (1996–2004)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (2001–2004)
- League
- Premier League
- National team
- Japan
Clubs
- Shimizu S-Pulse1996–2004
- Japan men's national football team2001–2004
- Tottenham Hotspur F.C.2003–2003
- ADO Den Haag2004–2004
- Shimizu S-Pulse2004–2004
- Tokyo Verdy2005–2005
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima2006–2008
- JEF United Chiba2008–2008
- Gyeongnam FC2009–2009
- Thespa Gunma2010–2011
- FC Machida Zelvia2012–2012
- Warriors FC2013–2013
Played together with
Aad de MosADO Den Haag · 1964–1965
Aaron LennonTottenham Hotspur F.C. · 2005–2015
Aaron MeijersADO Den Haag · 2012
Abdenasser El KhayatiADO Den Haag · 2017- Abraão Lincoln MartinsThespa Gunma · 2011–2012
- Acleisson ScaionThespa Gunma · 2015–2015
Adam SmithTottenham Hotspur F.C. · 2008–2014- Adaílson Pereira CoelhoTokyo Verdy · 2014–2014
- Adebayo AdigunTokyo Verdy · 2010–2011
Adel TaarabtTottenham Hotspur F.C. · 2007–2009- Adel TaarabtTottenham Hotspur F.C. · 2007–2007
- Ademir SantosShimizu S-Pulse · 1992–1996
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Identifiers & aliases
Kazuyuki Toda is a Japanese professional football manager and former player who played as a midfielder or defender. He played for the Japan national team until 2002.
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