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Motohiro Yamaguchi

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ИИ

Motohiro Yamaguchi is a former Japanese football player and manager known for his contributions to the sport.

He began his professional career with Yokohama Flügels in 1991, where he played until 1998.

Yamaguchi won the Emperor's Cup with Nagoya Grampus in 1999 after joining the club in 1999.

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Биография

Early Life

Motohiro Yamaguchi was born on January 29, 1969, in Takasaki, Japan. He pursued his education at Tokai University, where he honed his skills in football, setting the stage for a successful career in the sport.

Club Career

Yamaguchi began his professional career in 1991 with All Nippon Airways, which later became known as Yokohama Flügels. During his time with the club, he contributed to significant victories, including the 1993 Emperor's Cup, marking the club's first major title, and the 1994–95 Asian Cup Winners' Cup. After the club disbanded in 1998 due to financial issues, he joined Nagoya Grampus Eight, where he celebrated another Emperor's Cup victory in 1999. In 2003, he moved to Albirex Niigata, helping the team secure promotion to the J1 League after winning the J2 League championship in 2003. Yamaguchi concluded his playing career at Yokohama FC, where he played from 2005 to 2007, leading the team as captain.

International Career

Yamaguchi's international career with the Japan national team began in 1995, and he quickly became a regular player. He played a crucial role in Japan's qualification for the 1998 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic achievement for the nation. He participated in all three matches during the tournament, ultimately earning 58 caps and scoring four goals for Japan.

Coaching Career

After retiring from professional play, Yamaguchi transitioned into coaching, taking the helm at Yokohama FC in March 2012. He managed the team until 2014, continuing his legacy in Japanese football.

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Карьера и клубы

Club career

Yamaguchi was born in Takasaki on January 29, 1969. After graduating from Tokai University, he joined All Nippon Airways (later Yokohama Flügels) in 1991. The club won 1993 Emperor's Cup their first time in major title. In Asia, the club also won 1994–95 Asian Cup Winners' Cup. In 1998, the club won Emperor's Cup. However the club was disbanded end of 1998 season due to financial strain, he moved to Nagoya Grampus Eight with Seigo Narazaki in 1999. The club won 1999 Emperor's Cup. He moved to J2 League club Albirex Niigata in 2003. The club won the champions in 2003 and was promoted to J1 League. In August 2005, he moved to J2 League club Yokohama FC was founded by Yokohama Flügels supporters. The club won the champions in 2006 and was promoted to J1 League. He retired end of 2007 season. He also served as captain in all teams.

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International career

In January 1995, Yamaguchi was selected by the Japan national team for the 1995 King Fahd Cup. At this competition, on January 6, he debuted against Nigeria. After his debut, he became a regular player and he played most matches for Japan until the 1998 FIFA World Cup. In 1996, he played full time in all matches at 1996 AFC Asian Cup. In the 1998 FIFA World Cup qualification in 1997, he played all matches and Japan won the qualify for 1998 World Cup first time Japan's history. At the 1998 FIFA World Cup, he played full time in all three matches. These were his last appearances for Japan. He played 58 games and scored 4 goals for Japan until 1998.

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Coaching career

After retirement, Yamaguchi became a manager for Yokohama FC as Yasuyuki Kishino successor in March 2012. He managed the club until 2014

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Career statistics