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Takuya Yamada

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Takuya Yamada is a former Japanese association football player known for his dynamic playing style.

He began his professional career in 1997 with Tokyo Verdy, where he became a key player for eight years.

Yamada earned the nickname 'Mr. Verdy' for his leadership and was known as 'The Terminator' for his combative style on the field.

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Биография

Early Life

Takuya Yamada, a former Japanese football player, began his journey in the sport at Toin Gakuen High School, where he showcased his talent by leading his team to the final four in the National Championship. He further honed his skills at Komazawa University, where he contributed to the team's success and earned a gold medal for Japan at the 1995 Summer Universiade.

Career

Yamada turned professional in 1997, joining Verdy Kawasaki, which later became Tokyo Verdy, in the J1 League. Over the next eight years, he became a key player, making nearly 300 appearances and earning the nickname "Mr. Verdy" for his leadership and charisma on the field. He captained the team for three years and was known for his combative style, earning the moniker "The Terminator". In 2006, he transferred to Cerezo Osaka but struggled to find his footing. His career took him internationally, with trials in Australia and the United States, but he returned to Japan to continue playing.

Yamada also had a notable international career, representing Japan in the 2003 East Asian Football Championship and the 2004 Asian Cup, where he played a role in Japan's championship victory. He played a total of four matches for the national team until 2004.

Legacy

Throughout his career, Yamada received numerous accolades, including being named to the NASL Best XI in 2012 and winning the North American Soccer League Championship with the Tampa Bay Rowdies. His contributions to football, both domestically and internationally, have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered as one of the iconic figures in the early years of the J1 League.

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Карьера и клубы

Club career

Yamada attended Toin Gakuen High School, where he led the school to the final four in the National Championship. Played at Komazawa University before turning professional where he won a variety of different national titles, including the gold medal for Japan at the 1995 Summer Universiade. He turned professional in 1997, playing for Verdy Kawasaki (later Tokyo Verdy) in the then-fledgling J1 League. He played as right side-back and midfielder. Yamada stayed with Verdy for the next eight years, clocking up almost 300 appearances for the club. He was one of the iconic players of J1 League's early years, known for his physical and charismatic strength on the field. The supporters' group honored him with the name of "Mr. Verdy" when he served as Verdy's captain for three years. He was also nicknamed "The Terminator", due to his combative style. He moved to Cerezo Osaka for the 2006 season, but never fully settled with the club. In December 2006, Yamada surprised the Australian football community by arriving unannounced for a trial with Adelaide United. However, in January, 2007, Adelaide United signed with a Brazilian attacking midfielder Diego Walsh from Miami FC who had a more advanced visa status meaning Walsh was likely to be available sooner to play for Adelaide United. From Australia, Yamada flew to the United States for an invitational tryout with several Major League Soccer clubs, including New England Revolution, but was not offered a contract. After returning to Japan,…

▸ Источник: Wikipedia

National team career

Yamada was the world champion for the 1995 Summer Universiade. In December 2003, he was selected Japan national team for 2003 East Asian Football Championship. At this tournament, on December 7, he debuted against Hong Kong. He was also selected Japan for 2004 Asian Cup. Although he did play in the match, Japan won the champions. He played as defensive midfielder. He played 4 games for Japan until 2004.

▸ Источник: Wikipedia

Club: Yokohama FC (2007–2008)
Club: Tampa Bay Rowdies (2010–2014)
Club: Sagan Tosu (2009–2009)
Club: Cerezo Osaka (2006–2006)
Club: Tokyo Verdy (1997–2005)
Club: FC Imabari (2015–2015)
Club: Nara Club (2016–)
Club: Japan men's national football team (2003–2004)

Наследие

Honors and awards

Tampa Bay Rowdies

North American Soccer League: Champion (1) 2012

Personal

2010: Co-Captain of FC Tampa Bay 2008: Captain of Yokohama FC 2002-2005: Captain of Tokyo Verdy

Club

2012: NASL Best XI 2005: J.League XEROX Super Cup Champion 2004: J.League Emperor's Cup Champion 2004: AFC Asian Cup Champions 1996: All-Japan University Best 11 1995: Universiade Fukuoka (World University Games), Japanese College National Team – World Champion (Gold Medal) 1995: All-Japan University Best 11 1993: All-Japan High School Select Team