At 58, 'King Kazu' Continues to Break Records on the Football Field
Source: news.source.inquirer
Kazuyoshi Miura, affectionately known as 'King Kazu', has made history by playing in Japan's fourth-tier league at the age of 58. The former Japan international came on as a substitute for Atletico Suzuka Club, contributing to a 2-1 victory. Miura, who has played professionally for 40 seasons, expressed gratitude towards his teammates and a desire to elevate his performance further.
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Kazuyoshi Miura, known as 'King Kazu', played in Japan's fourth-tier league at 58 years old, setting a record.
He came on as an 82nd-minute substitute for Atletico Suzuka Club and helped secure a 2-1 win.
Miura has been a professional footballer for 40 seasons, playing for clubs in Brazil, Italy, Croatia, Australia, and Portugal.
He returned to Japan after playing in the Portuguese second division and expressed gratitude to his teammates and a desire to improve his game further.
Miura played a significant role in promoting football in Japan, especially with the launch of the J-League in 1993.
