Ado Onaiwu

Early Life

Ado Onaiwu is a Japanese professional footballer born to a Japanese mother and a Nigerian father. He has a brother, George Onaiwu, who also plays football for Yokohama F. Marinos, showcasing a family deeply rooted in the sport.

Career

Onaiwu began his professional career with several clubs, including Oita Trinita and Yokohama F. Marinos, before making a significant move to Europe. In July 2021, he joined Toulouse FC in Ligue 2, marking his first experience abroad. His time at Toulouse was notable as he became the first Asian and Japanese player to win the Coupe de France on April 29, 2023. Following this achievement, he signed a three-year contract with AJ Auxerre on August 28, 2023, and later moved to 1. FC Magdeburg in the German 2. Bundesliga on September 1, 2025.

On the international stage, Onaiwu made his debut for the Japan national team on June 11, 2021, in a friendly against Serbia. Just days later, he made headlines by scoring a hat-trick against Kyrgyzstan during a FIFA World Cup qualifying match, solidifying his place as a promising forward for his country.