Shozo Tsugitani
Shozo Tsugitani was a prominent Japanese football player who played as a midfielder from 1940 to 1978.
He made his debut for the Japan men's national football team in 1961, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
Tsugitani played for Urawa Red Diamonds from 1963 to 1967, contributing significantly to the team's success.
Biography
Early Life
Shozo Tsugitani was born on June 25, 1940, in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. He pursued his education at Kwansei Gakuin University, where he honed his skills in football, setting the stage for his future career in the sport.
Career
Tsugitani's professional football career began when he joined the Japan men's national football team in 1961, making his debut against Indonesia while still a university student. He played for the national team until 1965, participating in 12 matches and scoring 4 goals. Notably, he was selected to represent Japan at the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, although he did not compete in the event.
In 1963, Tsugitani joined Urawa Red Diamonds, where he played until 1967. During his time in the Japan Soccer League, he made a significant impact, appearing in 40 games and netting 16 goals. His contributions to the sport were recognized during his tenure, and he became a respected figure in Japanese football.
Legacy
Tragically, Shozo Tsugitani's life was cut short when he passed away from cirrhosis on June 2, 1978, in Kobe, at the young age of 37. His legacy as a talented midfielder and a pioneer in Japanese football continues to be remembered by fans and players alike.
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Career & Clubs
Tsugitani was born in Hyogo Prefecture on June 25, 1940. After graduating from Kwansei Gakuin University, he joined Mitsubishi Motors in 1963. In 1965,Mitsubishi Motors joined new league Japan Soccer League. He retired in 1967. He played 40 games and scored 16 goals in the league.
On August 15, 1961, when he was a Kwansei Gakuin University student, he debuted for Japan national team against Indonesia. He played at 1962 Asian Games. In 1964, he was selected Japan for 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, but he did not compete. He played 12 games and scored 4 goals for Japan until 1965. On June 2, 1978, Tsugitani died of cirrhosis in Kobe at the age of 37.
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1961–1965)
- Club
- Urawa Red Diamonds (1963–1967)
- National team
- Japan
Clubs
- Japan men's national football team1961–1965
- Urawa Red Diamonds1963–1967
Played together with
- Adiel de Oliveira AmorimUrawa Red Diamonds · 2000–2000
Ado OnaiwuUrawa Red Diamonds- Adriano Gerlin da SilvaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2001–2001
- Adílson Ferreira de SouzaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2012–2012
- Akihiro TabataUrawa Red Diamonds · 1997–2002
- Akihisa SonobeUrawa Red Diamonds · 1983–1994
- Akinori MikamiUrawa Red Diamonds · 1988–1994
- Akira KitaguchiUrawa Red Diamonds · 1957–1966
Alessandro SantosUrawa Red Diamonds · 2004–2009- Alfred NijhuisUrawa Red Diamonds · 1997–1998
Alpay ÖzalanUrawa Red Diamonds · 2004–2005
Andrzej KubicaUrawa Red Diamonds · 2000–2000
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Identifiers & aliases
Opinions of fans — not verified facts.
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