Susumu Oki
Despite early struggles, Oki became a key player for Sanfrecce Hiroshima after returning in 2001.
He scored a goal against Chile in his first match at the 1995 World Youth Championship, highlighting his potential.
Oki's journey from university dropout to professional footballer is a testament to his dedication to the sport.
Biography
Early Life
Susumu Oki was born on February 23, 1976, in Matsuyama, Japan. He pursued his early education at Aoyama Gakuin University but ultimately decided to drop out to follow his passion for football.
Career
Oki began his professional career in 1995 when he joined Sanfrecce Hiroshima. Although he faced challenges in securing a spot on the first team, he made a significant move to Oita Trinita in 2000, where he had the opportunity to play more regularly. After a brief return to Sanfrecce in 2001, Oki became a more prominent player until injuries limited his appearances in 2006. Seeking more playing time, he transferred to his local club, Ehime FC, in 2007. He contributed significantly to the team, especially in the younger squads, but by 2010, his playing time began to dwindle, leading to his retirement at the end of the 2012 season.
In addition to his club career, Oki represented Japan at the international level. He was selected for the Japan U-20 national team in April 1995 for the World Youth Championship, where he played in all four matches and scored a goal against Chile in the opening match.
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Career & Clubs
Oki was born in Matsuyama on February 23, 1976. After dropped out from Aoyama Gakuin University, he joined Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 1995. However he could not play in many matches, he moved to J2 League club Oita Trinita in 2000. He returned to Sanfrecce in 2001. From 2001, he played many matches. In 2006, he could hardly play in the match for injury and moved to his local club Ehime FC in 2007. He played many matches in young team. From 2010, his opportunity to play decreased and retired end of 2012 season.
In April 1995, Oki was selected Japan U-20 national team for 1995 World Youth Championship. He played all 4 matches and scored a goal against Chile in first match.
- Club
- Oita Trinita (2000–2000)
- Club
- Japan national under-20 association football team (1995–1995)
- Club
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima (1995–2006)
- Club
- Ehime FC (2007–2012)
Clubs
- Japan national under-20 association football team1995–1995
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima1995–2006
- Oita Trinita2000–2000
- Ehime FC2007–2012
Played together with
Ado OnaiwuOita Trinita- Akihiro HyodoOita Trinita · 2015–2015
Akihiro IenagaOita Trinita · 2008–2009- Akihiro KamedaSanfrecce Hiroshima
- Akihiro SakataOita Trinita · 2011–2015
- Akihiro SatoEhime FC · 2007–2007
- Akihiro SatoSanfrecce Hiroshima · 2005–2010
- Akinobu YokouchiSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1986–1995
- Akio FukamiEhime FC
Akira KajiOita Trinita · 2000–2001- Akira KawaguchiSanfrecce Hiroshima · 1993–1994
- Akishige KanedaEhime FC · 2008–2013
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