Keisuke Tsuboi is a former professional footballer known for his defensive skills on the field.
He played for Urawa Red Diamonds from 2002 to 2014, where he became a key player.
Tsuboi represented the Japan men's national football team from 2003 to 2007, earning 40 caps.
Biography
Early Life
Keisuke Tsuboi is a Japanese former professional footballer born in Japan, who made a significant impact in the world of football as a defender. He began his football journey at Yokkaichi Chuo Kogyo High School before advancing to Fukuoka University, where he honed his skills and prepared for a professional career.
Career
In 2002, Tsuboi joined Urawa Red Diamonds, quickly establishing himself as a key player. His debut came on March 3, 2002, against Yokohama F. Marinos, and he scored his first league goal on May 17, 2003, against Gamba Osaka. His impressive performances earned him the Rookie of the Year award in 2002 and a spot in the J.League Best Eleven in 2003. Tsuboi played a crucial role in Urawa's historic achievements, including winning the J1 League in 2006 and the AFC Champions League in 2007. However, his playing time diminished after 2010, leading to a transfer to Shonan Bellmare in 2015, where he faced challenges with match appearances and relegation in 2016. He later moved to Renofa Yamaguchi FC in 2018.
International Career
Tsuboi's international career began with a title-winning performance at the 2001 Summer Universiade in Beijing. He earned his first cap for the Japan national team in 2003 and was part of the squad for the 2006 FIFA World Cup, where he played in two matches. Despite being selected for the 2007 Asian Cup, he did not see any game time. Tsuboi announced his retirement from international football in February 2008, having represented Japan in 40 matches.
Legacy
Throughout his career, Tsuboi received numerous accolades, including the J.League Rookie of the Year in 2002 and the J.League Best Eleven in 2003. His contributions to Urawa Red Diamonds and the national team have left a lasting legacy in Japanese football, showcasing his talent and dedication on the field.
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Career & Clubs
Tsuboi was educated at and played for Yokkaichi Chuo Kogyo High School and Fukuoka University. After graduating from the university in 2002, he joined Urawa Red Diamonds and immediately broke into the first team. His first appearance came on 3 March 2002 against Yokohama F. Marinos in opening game in 2002 season. He scored his first league goal on 17 May 2003 against Gamba Osaka. He won the Rookie of the Year award in 2002 and was selected as one of the J.League Best Eleven in 2003. In 2006, Reds won the champions in J1 League which is first J1 champions in the club history. In 2007, Reds won first Asian title AFC Champions League. Although he played many matches as regular center back until 2010, he could not play many matches from 2011. In 2015, Tsuboi moved to Shonan Bellmare. However he could not play many matches and Bellmare was relegated to J2 League end of 2016 season. In 2018, he moved to J2 club Renofa Yamaguchi FC.
Tsuboi represented Japan for the 2001 Summer Universiade held in Beijing where the team won the title beating Ukraine in the final. Japan's national coach Zico gave him the first cap in 2003 when he played Tsuboi on 11 June 2003 in a friendly against Paraguay at Saitama Stadium. He was a member of the Japan team for 2006 FIFA World Cup where he played 2 games against Australia and Brazil. In Japan's first match against Australia, he suffered from cramps in his both thighs and had to be replaced by Teruyuki Moniwa in the 56th minute. He was also in the squad for 2007 Asian Cup but did not play any game in the tournament as Yuki Abe and Yuji Nakazawa were the first-choice centre backs. On 8 February 2008, he announced retirement from international football. He played 40 games for Japan until 2007.
- Club
- Urawa Red Diamonds (2002–2014)
- Club
- Shonan Bellmare (2015–)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (2003–2007)
- National team
- Japan
Legacy
Urawa Reds
J1 League: 2006 Emperor's Cup: 2005, 2006 J.League Cup: 2003 AFC Champions League: 2007 Japanese Super Cup: 2006 Shonan Bellmare
J2 League: 2017 Individual
J.League Best Eleven: 2003 J.League Rookie of the Year: 2002 J. League Cup New Hero Award: 2002
Clubs
- Shonan Bellmare2015current
- Urawa Red Diamonds2002–2014
- Japan men's national football team2003–2007
Played together with
- Abdul Naza AlhassanShonan Bellmare · 2008–2010
- Abraão Lincoln MartinsShonan Bellmare · 2008–2008
- Abraão Lincoln MartinsShonan Bellmare · 2009–2009
- Adiel de Oliveira AmorimShonan Bellmare · 2006–2011
- Adiel de Oliveira AmorimUrawa Red Diamonds · 2000–2000
Ado OnaiwuUrawa Red Diamonds- Adriano Gerlin da SilvaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2001–2001
- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2012–2012
- Akihiro SakataShonan Bellmare · 2009–2009
- Akihiro SakataShonan Bellmare · 2010–2010
- Akihiro TabataUrawa Red Diamonds · 1997–2002
- Akihiro YoshidaShonan Bellmare · 1994–1998
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Keisuke Tsuboi is a Japanese former professional footballer who played as a defender.
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