Takeo Takahashi
Takeo Takahashi is a former Japanese football player and manager known for his contributions to the sport.
He played for JEF United Chiba from 1966 to 1973, where he made a significant impact as a forward.
After his time at JEF United Chiba, he joined Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo, playing from 1979 to 1982.
Biography
Early Life
Takeo Takahashi was born on May 13, 1947, in Shinagawa, Tokyo. He showed an early passion for football, which led him to pursue a career in the sport after graduating from high school.
Career
Takahashi began his professional journey in 1966 when he joined Furukawa Electric, now known as JEF United Chiba. His remarkable talent quickly became evident; during the 1967 season, he scored 15 goals, earning the title of top scorer in the Japan Soccer League at just 20 years old, making him the youngest player to achieve this feat. After a successful stint with Furukawa Electric, where he played until 1973, he furthered his education at Tokyo University of Agriculture. In 1979, he joined Toshiba, a Division 2 club, and helped them secure the championship in 1979 before retiring in 1982.
Takahashi also had a notable international career, representing the Japan national team from 1966 to 1970. He made his debut at the 1966 Asian Games and played a total of 14 matches, scoring 4 goals for his country.
Coaching Career
Following his retirement as a player, Takahashi transitioned into coaching, taking the helm at Toshiba (later known as Consadole Sapporo) in 1987. His leadership proved effective, as he guided the team to a Division 2 championship in 1989, leading to their promotion to Division 1. He continued to manage the club until 1996, leaving a lasting impact on Japanese football.
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Career & Clubs
Takahashi was born in Shinagawa, Tokyo on May 13, 1947. After graduating from high school, he joined Furukawa Electric in 1966. In 1967 season, he scored 15 goals and became a top scorer. He was 20 years old, this is the youngest top scorer in Japan Soccer League. He left the club in 1973 and entered Tokyo University of Agriculture. After graduating from Tokyo University of Agriculture, he joined Division 2 club Toshiba in 1979. In 1979, the club won the champions in Division 2. He retired in 1982.
In December 1966, Takahashi was selected Japan national team for 1966 Asian Games. At this competition, on December 17, he debuted against Thailand. He also played at 1970 Asian Games. This competition was his last game for Japan. He played 14 games and scored 4 goals for Japan until 1970.
After retirement, Takahashi became a manager for Toshiba (later Consadole Sapporo) in 1987. In 1989, he led the club to won the champions in Division 2 and promoted to Division 1. He managed the club until 1996.
- Club
- JEF United Chiba (1966–1973)
- Club
- Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo (1979–1982)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1966–1970)
- National team
- Japan
Clubs
- JEF United Chiba1966–1973
- Japan men's national football team1966–1970
- Hokkaido Consadole Sapporo1979–1982
Played together with
- Adalto Batista da SilvaHokkaido Consadole Sapporo · 2001–2001
Ado OnaiwuJEF United Chiba · 2014- Akihiro HyodoJEF United Chiba · 2012–2014
- Akihiro TabataHokkaido Consadole Sapporo · 2003–2005
- Akihiro TabataJEF United Chiba · 2001–2002
- Akira TakeuchiJEF United Chiba · 2011–2014
- Akito FukumoriHokkaido Consadole Sapporo
- Alceu Rodrigues Simoni FilhoHokkaido Consadole Sapporo · 2008–2008
Alcindo SartoriHokkaido Consadole Sapporo · 1996–1996- Alex Antônio de Melo SantosJEF United Chiba · 2009–2010
- Almir Moraes AndradeHokkaido Consadole Sapporo · 2000–2001
Amadou BakayokoHokkaido Consadole Sapporo
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Takeo Takahashi is a former Japanese football player and manager. He played for Japan national team.
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