Kunitaka Sueoka
Kunitaka Sueoka was a prominent Japanese football player who lived from 1917 to 1998.
He played for the Japan men's national football team in 1940, marking a significant moment in his career.
Sueoka played as a defender, showcasing his skills on the field during his football career.
Biography
Early Life
Kunitaka Sueoka was born on February 1, 1917, in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. He grew up with a passion for football, which led him to play for Waseda University, where he honed his skills and developed a strong foundation in the sport.
Career
Sueoka's football career was marked by significant achievements. He played as a defender and was a key player for the Japan men's national football team, making his debut on June 16, 1940, against the Philippines. This match was particularly notable as it was Japan's first international match since the 1936 Summer Olympics and the only one in the 1940s due to the disruptions caused by World War II. In addition to his national team contributions, Sueoka had a successful club career, winning the Emperor's Cup in 1938 with Sei Fuwa, Sekiji Sasano, Shogo Kamo, and Hidetoki Takahashi. He also secured second place in the Emperor's Cup in 1939 and 1940, with the latter being the last tournament before the competition was suspended due to the war.
Legacy
Kunitaka Sueoka passed away in November 1998 at the age of 81, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering figure in Japanese football. His contributions to the sport during a challenging time in history are remembered, and he is celebrated for his role in the development of football in Japan.
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Career & Clubs
Sueoka was born in Hiroshima Prefecture on February 1, 1917. He played for Waseda University. He won 1938 Emperor's Cup with Sei Fuwa, Sekiji Sasano, Shogo Kamo, Hidetoki Takahashi and so on. He also won the 2nd place at 1939 Emperor's Cup. He also played for Waseda WMW was consisted of his alma mater Waseda University players and graduates. At the club, he won the 2nd place at 1940 Emperor's Cup. This tournament was the last Emperor's Cup before the war because Emperor's Cup was suspended for World War II from 1941 to 1945.
On June 16, 1940, when Sueoka was a Waseda University student, he debuted for Japan national team against Philippines and Japan won the match. This match was the first match since 1936 Summer Olympics and the only match in the 1940s in Japan's International A Match due to World War II. Sueoka died in November 1998 at the age of 81.
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- Japan men's national football team (1940–1940)
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- Japan men's national football team1940–1940
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Kunitaka Sueoka was a Japanese football player. He played for Japan national team.
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