Teruki Miyamoto
Teruki Miyamoto was a prominent Japanese football player and manager, known for his contributions to the sport from 1940 to 2000.
He played for Nippon Steel Yahata SC from 1959 to 1976, where he became a key player in the team's success.
Miyamoto represented the Japan men's national football team from 1961 to 1971, showcasing his talent on an international stage.
Biography
Early Life
Teruki Miyamoto was born on December 26, 1940, in Hiroshima, Japan. He grew up in a post-war environment that would shape his character and passion for sports. After completing high school, he pursued a career in football, joining Yawata Steel, which later became known as Nippon Steel, in 1959.
Career
Miyamoto's professional career spanned from 1959 to 1976, during which he made a significant impact in Japanese football. He played as a midfielder and was known for his skill and leadership on the field. His club, Nippon Steel Yahata SC, achieved notable success, winning the Emperor's Cup in 1964. In 1965, the club joined the newly formed Japan Soccer League, where Miyamoto excelled, earning the title of Japanese Footballer of the Year in 1967. Over his career, he played 138 league games and scored 68 goals, being selected for the Best Eleven for six consecutive years from 1966 to 1971.
Miyamoto also had a distinguished international career, representing the Japan national team from 1961 to 1971. He made his debut in a World Cup qualification match against South Korea and went on to compete in the 1964 and 1968 Summer Olympics, where Japan won a bronze medal in 1968. He played a total of 58 matches for the national team, scoring 19 goals.
After retiring as a player, Miyamoto transitioned into coaching, becoming a playing manager for Nippon Steel in 1976 and continuing until 1979. His contributions to football were recognized posthumously when he was inducted into the Japan Football Hall of Fame in 2006.
Legacy
Teruki Miyamoto passed away on February 2, 2000, due to heart failure at the age of 59. His legacy in Japanese football is marked by his achievements both on and off the field, inspiring future generations of players and coaches alike.
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Career & Clubs
Miyamoto was born in Hiroshima on December 26, 1940. After graduating from high school, he joined Yawata Steel (later Nippon Steel) in 1959. The club won the 1964 Emperor's Cup. In 1965, Yawata Steel joined new league Japan Soccer League. In 1967, he was selected the Japanese Footballer of the Year. He retired in 1976. He played 138 games and scored 68 goals in the league. He was selected in the Best Eleven for 6 years in a row (1966-1971).
In June 1961, Miyamoto was selected Japan national team for 1962 World Cup qualification. At this qualification, on June 11, he debuted against South Korea. He was selected Japan for 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo and 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City. He played all matches at both Olympics and Japan won the bronze medal 1968 Olympics. In 2018, this team was selected Japan Football Hall of Fame. He also played at 1962, 1966 and 1970 Asian Games. At 1972 Summer Olympics qualification in 1971, Japan's failure to qualify for 1972 Summer Olympics. This qualification was his last game for Japan. He played 58 games and scored 19 goals for Japan until 1971.
In 1976, when Miyamoto played for Nippon Steel, he became a playing manager. He managed until 1979. On February 2, 2000, Miyamoto died of heart failure in Kitakyushu at the age of 59. In 2006, he was selected Japan Football Hall of Fame.
- Club
- Nippon Steel Yahata SC (1959–1976)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (1961–1971)
Legacy
Japanese Footballer of the Year: 1967 Japan Soccer League Best Eleven: 1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971 Japan Soccer League Silver Ball (Assist Leader): 1970 Japan Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 2006
Clubs
- Nippon Steel Yahata SC1959–1976
- Japan men's national football team1961–1971
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Identifiers & aliases
Teruki Miyamoto was a Japanese football player and manager. He played for Japan national team.
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