She was part of the Japan team that won the AFC Women's Asian Cup in 2014.
Yuri Kawamura is a Japanese association football player known for her role as a midfielder.
She played for Mynavi Sendai Ladies during her club career.
Biography
Early Life
Yuri Kawamura was born on May 17, 1989, in Niigata, Japan. From a young age, she showed a passion for football, which would lead her to a successful career in the sport.
Club Career
Kawamura began her professional journey with Albirex Niigata, where she played from 2004 to 2012. Her talent was evident, and she later joined JEF United Chiba in 2013, followed by Vegalta Sendai in 2014. Her performances earned her recognition, as she was selected for the Best Eleven in both 2015 and 2016. In 2017, she made a significant move to North Carolina Courage in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Unfortunately, her time in the NWSL was marred by injuries, including a torn ACL and meniscus in June 2017, which sidelined her for the season. After recovering, she faced another ACL tear in July 2018, leading to her contract not being renewed.
National Team Career
Kawamura made her debut for the Japan national team on January 13, 2010, against Denmark. She was a key player in the national squad, contributing to their success in the 2014 AFC Women's Asian Cup, where Japan emerged as champions, and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, where they finished as runners-up. Over her international career, she played 32 matches and scored 2 goals for Japan until 2017.
Legacy
Yuri Kawamura's contributions to both her club and national team have left a lasting impact on women's football in Japan. She was part of the team that won the AFC Women's Asian Cup in 2014 and the NWSL Championship with North Carolina Courage in 2018, showcasing her talent and resilience throughout her career.
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Career & Clubs
Kawamura was born in Niigata on 17 May 1989. She played for her local club Albirex Niigata from 2004 to 2012. She moved to JEF United Chiba in 2013 and Vegalta Sendai in 2014. She was selected Best Eleven in 2015 and 2016. In 2017, she returned to Albirex Niigata. On 4 April 2017, the North Carolina Courage signed Kawamura before the start of their first season in the National Women's Soccer League. She appeared in 8 matches, starting 7, as a defender before tearing her ACL and meniscus on 1 June 2017, in a match against the Chicago Red Stars. The injury required surgery, and the Courage placed Kawamura on the season-ending injury list. After recovering for injury Kawamura made her 2018 season debut on 3 June against the Houston Dash. Kawamura suffered another ACL tear on 29 July during the final of the 2018 Women's International Champions Cup ending her season early due to injury for the second straight year. The Courage subsequently did not renew her contract, and no NWSL teams claimed her rights from the re-entry wire.
On 13 January 2010, Kawamura debuted for Japan national team against Denmark. She was a member of Japan for 2014 Asian Cup and 2015 World Cup. Japan won the championship at 2014 Asian Cup and 2nd place at 2015 World Cup. She played 32 games and scored 2 goals for Japan until 2017.
- Club
- Japan women's national football team (2010–)
- Club
- Mynavi Sendai Ladies
Legacy
International
Japan AFC Women's Asian Cup: 2014
Club
North Carolina Courage
NWSL Champions: 2018 NWSL Shield: 2017, 2018
Clubs
- Japan women's national football team2010current
- Mynavi Sendai Ladiescurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
Yuri Kawamura is a Japanese former footballer who played as a defender. She has also played for Japan national team.
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