Saori Ariyoshi is a prominent Japanese association football player known for her defensive skills.
She currently plays for Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza in the WE League.
Ariyoshi has been a member of the Japan women's national football team since 2012.
Biography
Early Life
Saori Ariyoshi was born on November 1, 1987, in Saga, Japan. Her passion for football led her to pursue the sport academically at Nippon Sport Science University, where she began to hone her skills as a defender.
Club Career
Ariyoshi made her professional debut in the L.League in 2008 with TEPCO Mareeze while still in university. After graduating, she joined Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza in 2010, where she quickly established herself as a key player. Her exceptional performance earned her a spot in the Best Eleven for four consecutive years from 2013 to 2016, showcasing her talent and consistency on the field.
International Career
In February 2012, Ariyoshi was selected for the Japan national team for the Algarve Cup, marking the beginning of her international career. She made her debut against Norway on February 29, 2012. Over the years, she represented Japan in several prestigious tournaments, including the 2014 Asian Cup, where Japan won the championship, and the 2015 World Cup, where they finished as runners-up. Throughout her international career, she played 63 matches and scored one goal, also being recognized as a candidate for the Golden Ball during the 2015 World Cup. Ariyoshi continued to contribute to the national team, participating in the 2018 Asian Cup, where Japan secured their second consecutive title.
Legacy
Ariyoshi's contributions to women's football extend beyond her club and national team achievements. She was part of the team that won the AFC Women's Club Championship in 2019 with Tokyo Verdy Beleza, solidifying her legacy in the sport. Her journey reflects the growth and success of women's football in Japan, inspiring future generations of players.
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Career & Clubs
Ariyoshi was born in Saga on November 1, 1987. In 2008, when she was at Nippon Sport Science University, she debuted in the L.League for TEPCO Mareeze. After graduating, she joined Nippon TV Beleza in 2010. She was selected for the Best Eleven four years in a row, from 2013 to 2016).
In February 2012, Ariyoshi was selected Japan national team for 2012 Algarve Cup. At this competition, on February 29, she debuted against Norway. In 2014, she played at 2014 Asian Cup and 2014 Asian Games. Japan won the championship at Asian Cup and 2nd place at Asian Games. In 2015, played at 2015 World Cup and Japan won 2nd place. She played 6 matches and scored a goal. She was named candidates for the Golden Ball at the tournament. She was also a member for 2018 Asian Cup and Japan won their second consecutive title. She played 63 games and scored 1 goals for Japan.
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- Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza
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- Japan women's national football team (2012–)
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- Japan women's national football team2012current
- Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Belezacurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
Saori Ariyoshi is a Japanese footballer who currently plays for Albirex Niigata in the WE League. She has played for the Japan national team.
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