Mio Otani
Mio Otani is a former Japanese football player known for her impressive scoring ability.
She played for the Japan women's national football team from 2000 to 2007.
Otani began her club career with Tasaki Perule FC in 1998.
Biography
Early Life
Mio Otani was born on May 5, 1979, in Koka, Japan. From a young age, she showed a passion for football, which would later define her career. After completing high school, she took a significant step towards her dreams by joining Tasaki Perule FC in 1998, marking the beginning of her professional journey in football.
Club Career
Otani quickly made a name for herself in the L.League, becoming the top scorer for three consecutive years from 2001 to 2003. Her remarkable performance in the 2003 season earned her the MVP award, and she played a crucial role in leading her club to the L.League championship that same year. Over her career with Tasaki Perule FC, she scored an impressive 150 goals in 180 matches. Despite her success, the club faced financial difficulties and was disbanded in 2008, leading to her retirement at the end of that season. Throughout her time in the league, she was recognized as a Best Eleven player for three years in a row from 2001 to 2006.
National Team Career
Mio Otani made her debut for the Japan national team on May 31, 2000, in a match against Australia. She represented Japan in several prestigious tournaments, including the 2003 and 2007 World Cups and the 2004 Summer Olympics. Notably, she scored a hat trick in Japan's victory over Argentina during the 2003 World Cup. Over her international career, she played 73 matches and scored 31 goals for her country until 2007, contributing significantly to Japan's football legacy.
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Career & Clubs
On May 31, 2000, Otani debuted for Japan national team against Australia. She was a member of Japan for 2003, 2007 World Cup and 2004 Summer Olympics. She scored a hat trick in Japan's victory over Argentina in the 2003 World Cup. She also played at 2001, 2003 AFC Championship, 2002 Asian Games and 2006 Asian Cup. She played 73 games and scored 31 goals for Japan until 2007.
Otani was born in Koka on May 5, 1979. After graduating from high school, she joined Tasaki Perule FC in 1998. She became top scorer for 3 years in a row (2001 and 2003). In 2003 season, she was also selected MVP awards and the club won L.League championship. In 2005 season, she became top scorer again. However, the club was disbanded in 2008 due to financial strain. So, she retired end of 2008 season. She scored 150 goals in 180 matches in L.League. She was also selected Best Eleven for 3 years in a row (2001-2006).
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- Japan women's national football team (2000–2007)
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- Tasaki Perule FC
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- Tasaki Perule FCcurrent
- Japan women's national football team2000–2007
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Mio Otani is a former Japanese football player. She played for Japan national team.
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