Kumi Yokoyama is a talented Japanese footballer known for playing as a forward.
They began their professional career with Okayama Yunogo Belle in 2012.
In 2014, Kumi moved to AC Nagano Parceiro, where they became the top scorer for two consecutive years.
Biography
Early Life
Kumi Yokoyama was born on August 13, 1993, in Tama, Tokyo, Japan. From a young age, Kumi showed a passion for football, which led to a promising career in the sport. After graduating from high school, they began their professional journey by joining the Okayama Yunogo Belle in 2012.
Career
Yokoyama quickly made a name for themselves in the football world. They played for the Japan women's national under-17 team in 2010, where they showcased their talent by scoring six goals in six matches during the U-17 World Cup, helping Japan secure a second-place finish. Their performance earned them a nomination for the prestigious FIFA Puskás Award for a stunning goal in the semifinals.
In 2014, Kumi moved to AC Nagano Parceiro, where they became the top scorer in both 2014 and 2015. Their impressive skills led to a selection in the Best Eleven in 2016, and they contributed to the club's promotion to Division 1. In 2017, they took their talents to Germany, signing with 1. FFC Frankfurt, before returning to AC Nagano in 2018 and later joining the Washington Spirit in December 2019.
Personal Life
In June 2021, Kumi Yokoyama publicly came out as a transgender man, sharing their journey in a heartfelt interview with former Nadeshiko striker Yuki Nagasato. Encouraged by their girlfriend, Kumi embraced their identity and uses he/they pronouns. This courageous step has made them a role model for many in the LGBTQ+ community, showcasing the importance of authenticity and self-acceptance in sports and beyond.
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Career & Clubs
Yokoyama was born in Tama, Tokyo, on 13 August 1993. After graduating from high school, they joined Okayama Yunogo Belle in 2012. In 2014, they moved to L.League Division 2 club AC Nagano Parceiro. They became top scorer in 2014 and 2015. The club was also promoted to Division 1 from 2016. In 2016 season, they were selected Best Eleven. In July 2017, they moved to German Bundesliga club Frankfurt. In July 2018, Yokoyama returned to AC Nagano Parceiro. In December 2019, they signed with the Washington Spirit.
Club
As of 24 June 2017
International
As of 19 June 2019
Scores and results list Japan's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Kumi Yokoyama goal.
In 2010, Yokoyama was selected for Japan U-17 national team for 2010 U-17 World Cup. They played 6 games and scored 6 goals, and Japan won 2nd place. They received one of the ten 2010 FIFA Puskás Awards nominations for his winning goal in the semifinals against North Korea, which made the headlines and was compared to Diego Maradona's second goal against England in the 1986 World Cup. In 2012 they were also a member of Japan women's U-20 national team for 2012 U-20 World Cup where Japan won 3rd place. In March 2015, they were selected for Japan women's national team for 2015 Algarve Cup. At this competition, on 6 March, they debuted and scored a goal against Portugal. In 2018, they played at 2018 Asian Cup. They scored 4 goals include 2 goals at semifinal and a goal at final, and Japan won the championship.
- Club
- AC Nagano Parceiro Ladies (2014–)
- Club
- Japan women's national under-17 football team (2010–2010)
- Club
- Japan women's national under-20 football team (2011–2012)
- Club
- 1. FFC Frankfurt (2017–2018)
- Club
- Okayama Yunogo Belle (2012–2013)
- Club
- Japan women's national football team
Personal
In June 2021, Yokoyama came out as a transgender man in a video interview conducted by former Nadeshiko striker Yuki Nagasato; Yokoyama decided to come out publicly after encouragement from their girlfriend. Kumi Yokoyama uses he/they pronouns.
Clubs
- AC Nagano Parceiro Ladies2014current
- Japan women's national football teamcurrent
- Japan women's national under-17 football team2010–2010
- Japan women's national under-20 football team2011–2012
- Okayama Yunogo Belle2012–2013
- 1. FFC Frankfurt2017–2018
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Identifiers & aliases
Kumi Yokoyama is a Japanese footballer who plays as a forward for Okayama Yunogo Belle and the Japan women's national team.
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