Megumi Takase
Takase was part of the Japan national team that won the 2011 World Cup and earned a silver medal at the 2012 Olympics.
Her brother, Akira Takase, is also a footballer, highlighting a family legacy in the sport.
Megumi Takase is a prominent Japanese football player known for her role as a forward.
Biography
Early Life
Megumi Takase was born on November 10, 1990, in Kitami, Japan. From a young age, she showed a passion for football, which would later define her career. After completing her high school education, she took a significant step in her football journey by joining INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2009.
Career
Takase quickly made a name for herself in the world of football. In her debut season with INAC Kobe Leonessa, she was recognized as the Best Young Player, showcasing her potential on the field. Her performance peaked in 2012 when she scored an impressive 20 goals in just 18 games, earning her the title of top scorer and the MVP award for that season.
On the international stage, Takase debuted for the Japan national team on January 15, 2010, in a match against Chile. She was a vital member of the squad that won the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup and secured a silver medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Throughout her international career, she participated in various tournaments, including the 2010 Asian Games and the 2014 Asian Cup, contributing to Japan's victories in both events. By 2016, she had played 61 matches for Japan, scoring 9 goals.
Personal Life
Beyond her football career, Takase has a familial connection to the sport; her brother, Akira Takase, is also a footballer. This shared passion for football highlights the influence of the sport within her family, further enriching her personal narrative as an athlete.
Collected from open sources (2) · facts link to sources · AI-processed
Career & Clubs
Takase was born in Kitami on November 10, 1990. After graduating from high school, she joined INAC Kobe Leonessa in 2009. In 2009 season, she was selected Best Young Player awards. In 2012, she scored 20 goals in 18 games and became top scorer. she was also selected MVP awards.
On January 15, 2010, Takase debuted for the Japan national team against Chile. In July, she was selected to play for the Japan U-20 national team at the 2010 U-20 World Cup. She was a member of Japan's squad for the 2011 World Cup and the 2012 Summer Olympics. Japan won the 2011 World Cup and got a silver medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics. She was also a squad member for the 2010 Asian Games and the 2014 Asian Cup. Japan won the championship at both tournaments. She played 61 games and scored 9 goals for Japan until 2016.
Club
As of match played 28 January 2023
International
As of match played 9 March 2016
Scores and results list Japan's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Takase goal.
- Club
- INAC Kobe Leonessa (2009–)
- Club
- Japan women's national football team (2010–)
Personal
Clubs
- INAC Kobe Leonessa2009current
- Japan women's national football team2010current
Archive
Passport
Identifiers & aliases
Megumi Takase is a Japanese footballer who plays as a forward for INAC Kobe Leonessa in the WE League and the Japanese national team.
Opinions of fans — not verified facts.
…