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Shigeo Yaegashi

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Shigeo Yaegashi was a prominent Japanese football player and manager, known for his contributions to the sport from 1933 to 2011.

He played for JEF United Chiba from 1958 to 1969, making a significant impact in the Japan Soccer League.

Yaegashi was a member of the Japan men's national football team from 1956 to 1968, participating in multiple Olympic Games.

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Биография

Early Life

Shigeo Yaegashi was born on March 24, 1933, in Daejeon, Japan, but he was raised in Hanamaki. His early passion for football led him to play at Chuo University before transferring to Waseda University, where he honed his skills and prepared for a professional career.

Career

Yaegashi began his professional journey in 1958 when he joined Furukawa Electric, where he made a significant impact in the Japan Soccer League. Over his career, he played 51 league games and scored 14 goals, earning the prestigious title of Japanese Footballer of the Year in 1963. He was also recognized as a Best Eleven player three times in 1966, 1967, and 1968. His tenure with Furukawa Electric lasted until 1969, marking a successful club career.

In addition to his club achievements, Yaegashi was a key player for the Japan national team from 1956 to 1968. He made his debut during the qualification for the 1956 Summer Olympics and went on to represent Japan in multiple Olympic Games, including the 1964 Tokyo Olympics and the 1968 Mexico City Olympics, where he captained the team in his final match against Nigeria. His contributions helped Japan secure a bronze medal in 1968, and he played a total of 45 matches, scoring 11 goals for his country.

Coaching Career and Legacy

After retiring as a player, Yaegashi transitioned into coaching, taking on the role of player-manager for Furukawa Electric in 1967 and later coaching Fujitsu in two separate stints. His legacy in Japanese football was solidified when he was inducted into the Japan Football Hall of Fame in 2005. Sadly, Shigeo Yaegashi passed away on May 2, 2011, in Tama, Tokyo, at the age of 78, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of football.

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Club career

Yaegashi was born in Daejeon, Japan on March 24, 1933, but raised in Hanamaki. After playing at Chuo University, he moved to Waseda University. After graduating from Waseda University, he joined Furukawa Electric in 1958. In 1963, he was selected Japanese Footballer of the Year awards. In 1965, Furukawa Electric joined new league Japan Soccer League. He retired in 1969. He played 51 games and scored 14 goals in the league. He was also selected Best Eleven 3 times (1966, 1967 and 1968).

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National team career

In June 1956, when Yaegashi was a Waseda University student, he was selected Japan national team for 1956 Summer Olympics qualification. At this qualification, on June 3, he debuted against South Korea. In November, he played at 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne. He also played at 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo and 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City. At 1968 Olympics, he played as a captain in first match against Nigeria, he was replaced for injury in the 78minuts. This match is his last match for Japan. After the match, Although he could not play, he supported Japan team and Japan won bronze medal. In 2018, this team was selected Japan Football Hall of Fame. He also played at 1958, 1962 and 1966 Asian Games. He played 45 games and scored 11 goals for Japan until 1968.

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Coaching career and post-retirement

In 1967, Yaegashi succeeded Ryuzo Hiraki as player-manager for Furukawa Electric. He also coached Fujitsu twice (1977–1981 and 1985–1989). In 2005, Yaegashi's name was added to the Japan Football Hall of Fame. On May 2, 2011, he died of a stroke in Tama, Tokyo, aged 78.

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