Japanese football legend Kazuyoshi Miura, widely known as “King Kazu,” continues to defy age by securing a new loan move. At 58 years old—and turning 59 in February—Miura remains the world’s oldest active professional footballer and will now play for J.League third-division side Fukushima United FC.
This marks Miura’s fourth consecutive season on loan from Yokohama FC and represents a return to Japan’s top three divisions for the first time in five years. Last season, he made seven appearances for fourth-tier Atletico Suzuka, who were relegated after finishing near the bottom of their league.
Throughout a career spanning over four decades, Miura has played across multiple continents, including spells in Brazil (Santos and Palmeiras), Europe (Genoa and Dinamo Zagreb), and Australia. He also earned 89 international caps for Japan, scoring 55 goals before retiring from the national team in 2000.
In a statement about his move to Fukushima, Miura emphasized his unchanged passion for the sport. “My passion for soccer will never change, even as I get older,” he said. “I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to play in Fukushima, and I look forward to competing with passion as a member of Fukushima United FC. Let’s build a new history together.”
Miura’s enduring career serves as a remarkable testament to longevity and dedication in professional athletics.
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