Tadanari Lee is a Japanese football executive and former player known for his role as a striker and attacking midfielder.
He played for Southampton F.C. from 2012 to 2014, making a significant impact during his time in England.
Before joining Southampton, Lee played for Sanfrecce Hiroshima from 2009 to 2012, where he became a regular starter.
Биография
Early Life
Tadanari Lee was born in Tanashi, Tokyo, to third-generation Zainichi Korean parents, with a rich heritage that includes Byeokjin Lee ancestry. His father was a footballer who played for Yokohama Tristar FC in the Japan Soccer League, which likely influenced Lee's early passion for the sport. He began his football journey at Komine FC and later joined Yokogawa Electric, before moving to the youth team of FC Tokyo in 2001, where he achieved notable success in youth tournaments.
Career
Lee's professional career kicked off when he was promoted to FC Tokyo in 2004. He later played for Kashiwa Reysol, Sanfrecce Hiroshima, and had a stint in England with Southampton F.C. from 2012 to 2014. His time at Southampton was marked by a memorable debut in the FA Cup and a stunning goal that earned him the club's Goal of the Season Award. Lee also represented Japan at various levels, including the U-23 team during the 2008 Summer Olympics and the senior national team, where he scored a crucial goal in the 2011 AFC Asian Cup final, helping Japan secure their fourth title.
After his playing career, Lee transitioned into football management and currently serves as the vice chairman and sporting director of Tampines Rovers in the Singapore Premier League, showcasing his commitment to the sport beyond his playing days.
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Карьера и клубы
Japan
Lee started playing football at Komine FC and later moved to Yokogawa Electric. In 2001, he joined FC Tokyo youth team and took second places at All Japan Club Youth Soccer tournament, Prince Takamado Cup and J.League Youth tournament. He briefly joined training squads for the South Korea U-19 and U-20 teams but not played at official games. He experienced severe discrimination from Korean teammates referring to him as a ban-jjokbari (half-Jap) with strong racial undertones. He was promoted to FC Tokyo in 2004 and moved to Kashiwa Reysol in 2005 and later joined Sanfrecce Hiroshima in 2009.
Southampton
On 11 January 2012, Lee secured a work permit to allow him to play for Southampton, who confirmed the free transfer on 25 January 2012. He made his debut for Southampton on 28 January 2012, as a substitute in a fourth round FA Cup match against Millwall. Lee started and played the duration of the replay, failing to score as Millwall won 3–2 after a 92nd-minute winner from Liam Feeney. He scored his first goal for Southampton in a 4–0 victory over Derby County on 18 February, with a "venomous strike into the far corner" of the goal. He made his first league start one week later, a 3–0 victory away at Watford, with Lee winning a penalty for the third goal scored by Rickie Lambert. After damaging ligaments on 10 March 2012 Lee missed the rest of the season. His goal won the Southampton's Goal of the Season Award. After 5 months out injured, he made his…
In August 2008, Lee was selected Japan U-23 national team for 2008 Summer Olympics. At this tournament, he played all 3 matches. After becoming a regular starter for Sanfrecce and finishing the 2010 season strongly, Lee was rewarded with a call-up to Japan's 2011 Asian Cup squad and made his full international debut on 9 January 2011 against Jordan. His first international goal was in the 109th minute of the final to secure a 1–0 win over Australia and Japan's fourth AFC Asian Cup success.
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- Southampton F.C. (2012–2014)
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- Sanfrecce Hiroshima (2009–2012)
- Club
- Kashiwa Reysol (2005–2009)
- Club
- FC Tokyo (2013–2013)
- Club
- Urawa Red Diamonds (2014–2018)
- Club
- Japan national under-23 football team (2007–2008)
- Club
- Japan men's national football team (2011–2012)
- Club
- South Korea national under-20 football team (2004–2005)
- Club
- Yokohama F. Marinos (2019–)
Личное
Lee was born to third generation Zainichi Korean parents in Tanashi (present-day Nishitokyo), Tokyo. He has Byeokjin Lee (벽진이씨) ancestry. His father was also a footballer, who played for Yokohama Tristar FC in the Japan Soccer League. His Korean name is Lee Chung-seong (Korean: 이충성; Hanja: 李忠成) where his former name was known as Tadanari Ōyama (大山 忠成, Ōyama Tadanari).
Клубы
- Yokohama F. Marinos2019сейчас
- South Korea national under-20 football team2004–2005
- Kashiwa Reysol2005–2009
- Japan national under-23 football team2007–2008
- Sanfrecce Hiroshima2009–2012
- Japan men's national football team2011–2012
- Southampton F.C.2012–2014
- FC Tokyo2013–2013
- Urawa Red Diamonds2014–2018
Играл вместе с
Aaron RamsdaleSouthampton F.C. · 2024- Abdeljalil HaddaYokohama F. Marinos · 2000–2000
- Adam HammillSouthampton F.C. · 2007–2008
Adam LallanaSouthampton F.C. · 2006–2014- Adam LallanaSouthampton F.C. · 2024–2025
- Adaílton dos Santos da SilvaFC Tokyo
- Adebayo AdigunKashiwa Reysol · 2009–2010
Ademilson Braga Bispo JuniorYokohama F. Marinos · 2015–2015- Adhemar Ferreira de Camargo NetoYokohama F. Marinos · 2005–2005
- Adiel de Oliveira AmorimUrawa Red Diamonds · 2000–2000
Ado OnaiwuUrawa Red Diamonds- Ado OnaiwuYokohama F. Marinos
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Tadanari Lee is a Japanese football executive and former player who played as a striker or attacking midfielder. He is currently the vice chairman and sporting director of Singapore Premier League club Tampines Rovers.
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