Kiyoo Kanda
Kiyoo Kanda was a notable Japanese association football player who made significant contributions to the sport.
He played for the Japan men's national football team from 1923 to 1925, showcasing his skills on an international level.
Kanda played as a midfielder, a position that requires both defensive and offensive skills on the field.
Biography
Early Life
Kiyoo Kanda was a prominent Japanese football player, known for his contributions to the sport during the early 20th century. Born in Japan, Kanda's passion for football led him to pursue a career in the sport, ultimately becoming a midfielder. His journey in football began at a young age, and he honed his skills through dedication and practice.
Career
Kanda's professional career took off when he joined Osaka SC, a club founded by graduates of his alma mater high school. This team was notable for including several players who would later represent the Japan national team, such as Shiro Azumi and Fukusaburo Harada. Kanda's talent did not go unnoticed, and in May 1923, he was selected to represent the Japan national team at the Far Eastern Championship Games held in Osaka. He made his debut on May 23, 1923, in a historic match against the Philippines, marking Japan's first appearance in an International A Match. Kanda continued to play for the national team, participating in the 1925 Far Eastern Championship Games in Manila, where he played a total of four matches for Japan until 1925.
Legacy
Kiyoo Kanda's contributions to Japanese football are remembered as part of the sport's early development in the country. Despite Japan's losses in both matches during the 1925 Championship, Kanda's role in the national team helped lay the groundwork for future generations of players. He passed away on May 9, 1970, leaving behind a legacy as one of the early figures in Japanese football history.
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Career & Clubs
Kanda played for Osaka SC was founded by his alma mater high school graduates and many Japan national team players Shiro Azumi, Fukusaburo Harada, Usaburo Hidaka, Toshio Hirabayashi, Setsu Sawagata, Kikuzo Kisaka, Yoshio Fujiwara, Shumpei Inoue, Yoshimatsu Oyama, Toshio Miyaji, Uichiro Hatta, Sakae Takahashi and Kiyonosuke Marutani were playing in those days.
In May 1923, Kanda was selected Japan national team for 1923 Far Eastern Championship Games in Osaka. At this competition, on May 23, he debuted against Philippines. This match is Japan team first match in International A Match. He also played at 1925 Far Eastern Championship Games in Manila. He played 4 games for Japan until 1925. But Japan lost in both matches. Kanda died on May 9, 1970.
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- Japan men's national football team (1923–1925)
Clubs
- Japan men's national football team1923–1925
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Identifiers & aliases
Kiyoo Kanda was a Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
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