Tamotsu Asakura
Tamotsu Asakura was a notable Japanese association football player who made his mark in the 1920s.
He played for the Japan men's national football team in 1927, a significant year for his career.
Asakura played as a midfielder, a position that requires both skill and strategic thinking on the field.
Biography
Early Life
Tamotsu Asakura was a Japanese football player who made significant contributions to the sport during the early 20th century. He was a student at Waseda University, where he honed his skills and developed a passion for football, which would later define his career.
Career
Asakura's football career peaked in 1927 when he was selected to represent the Japan national team at the Far Eastern Championship Games held in Shanghai. This was a pivotal moment for both Asakura and Japanese football, as it marked Japan's first participation in an international competition. On August 27, 1927, he made his debut against the Republic of China, showcasing his talent as a midfielder. Just two days later, on August 29, he played against the Philippines, contributing to Japan's historic first victory in an International A Match. Throughout the tournament, Asakura played in two matches for Japan, leaving a lasting legacy in the annals of Japanese football history.
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Career & Clubs
In August 1927, when Asakura was a Waseda University student, he was selected Japan national team for 1927 Far Eastern Championship Games in Shanghai. At this competition, on August 27, he debuted against Republic of China. On August 29, he also played against Philippines and Japan won this match. This is Japan national team first victory in International A Match. He played 2 games for Japan in 1927.
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1927–1927)
- National team
- Japan
Clubs
- Japan men's national football team1927–1927
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Identifiers & aliases
Tamotsu Asakura was a Japanese football player. He played for the Japan national team.
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