Mizuho Sakaguchi is a former Japanese footballer known for her role as a midfielder.
She represented the Japan women's national football team from 2006 to 2018, earning 124 caps and scoring 29 goals.
Sakaguchi debuted in the L.League at the age of 15 with Speranza FC Takatsuki.
Биография
Early Life
Mizuho Sakaguchi was born on October 15, 1987, in Sakai, Japan. She began her football journey at a young age, debuting in the L.League at just 15 years old with Speranza FC Takatsuki in 2003. After completing her high school education, she joined Tasaki Perule FC in 2006, where she quickly made a name for herself by being selected for the Best Eleven in 2007.
Club Career
Sakaguchi's club career saw her navigate various teams and leagues. After Tasaki Perule FC disbanded in 2008 due to financial issues, she moved to the United States to play for FC Indiana in 2009. She returned to Japan in 2010, joining Albirex Niigata Ladies, where she was again recognized as Best Eleven in 2011. In 2012, she transferred to Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza, where she enjoyed significant success, winning MVP awards for three consecutive years from 2015 to 2017 and being named to the Best Eleven for five years in a row from 2013 to 2017. Her final club was Omiya Ardija Ventus, where she played until 2022.
International Career
Sakaguchi's international career with the Japan women's national football team began in 2006. She made her debut during the Asian Cup, scoring two goals against Vietnam. She played a crucial role in Japan's victory at the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup, contributing to the team's success by scoring a penalty in the final shootout against the United States. Additionally, she participated in the 2015 World Cup and was part of the silver medal-winning team at the 2012 Summer Olympics. Over her international career, she earned 124 caps and scored 29 goals for Japan until her retirement from the national team in 2018.
Legacy
Mizuho Sakaguchi's contributions to women's football have been significant, both at the club and international levels. Her honors include winning the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2011, the AFC Women's Asian Cup in 2014, and multiple individual accolades such as the L.League Best Eleven selections. Her legacy continues to inspire future generations of female footballers in Japan and beyond.
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Club
As of match played 29 June 2022
International
As of match played 21 April 2018
Scores and results list Japan's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Sakaguchi goal.
In July 2006, Sakaguchi was selected to be on the Japan national team for the 2006 Asian Cup. At this competition, on July 19, she debuted and scored 2 goals against Vietnam. She played in the 2011 World Cup where Japan won the championship; Sakaguchi scored one of the penalties in the shootout against United States in the final. She also played in the 2015 World Cup where Japan came second. She was also part of the silver medal-winning 2012 Summer Olympic team. From June 2016, she was given the number 10 shirt for Japan by new manager Asako Takakura. She played 124 games and scored 29 goals for Japan until 2018.
Sakaguchi was born in Sakai on October 15, 1987. In 2003, at the age of 15, she debuted in the L.League at Speranza FC Takatsuki. After graduating from high school, she joined Tasaki Perule FC in 2006. She was selected Best Eleven in 2007. However, the club was disbanded in 2008 due to financial strain. She went to the United States and joined USL W-League club FC Indiana in 2009. In 2010, she returned to Japan and joined Albirex Niigata. She was selected Best Eleven in 2011. In 2012, she moved to Nippon TV Beleza. She was selected MVP awards for 3 years in a row (2015-2017). She was also selected Best Eleven for 5 years in a row (2013-2017).
- Club
- Albirex Niigata Ladies (2010–2011)
- Club
- F.C. Indiana (2009–2009)
- Club
- Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza (2012–2020)
- Club
- Japan women's national football team (2006–2018)
- Club
- Omiya Ardija Ventus (2021–2022)
Наследие
Tasaki Perule FC
Empress's Cup: 2007 Japan FIFA Women's World Cup: 2011; Runner-up: 2015 Asian Games: 2010; Silver Medal 2006 EAFF Women's Football Championship: 2008 AFC Women's Asian Cup Champion: 2014 Individual L.League Best Eleven: 2007, 2011, 2013
Клубы
- Japan women's national football team2006–2018
- F.C. Indiana2009–2009
- Albirex Niigata Ladies2010–2011
- Nippon TV Tokyo Verdy Beleza2012–2020
- Omiya Ardija Ventus2021–2022
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Mizuho Sakaguchi is a former Japanese footballer who played as a midfielder. She last played for Omiya Ardija Ventus in the WE League and the Japan national team.
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