Japanese attacking midfielder who plays for Real Sociedad and the Japan national team, known for his exceptional dribbling skills and goal-scoring ability.
Takefusa Kubo, a Japanese professional footballer, has been making waves in the football world with his exceptional skills and techniques, earning him the coveted nickname "Japanese Messi" among Japanese football fans.
Kubo's rise to fame began at a tender age of seven, when he started playing football for FC Persimmon, later moving to a local club based in his hometown Kawasaki.
In 2009, Kubo's talent was recognized at the FC Barcelona Soccer Camp, where he was awarded MVP at the age of eight.
His impressive performance led to his selection as a member of FC Barcelona School team, participating in the Sodexo European Rusas Cup held in Belgium in 2010.
Although his team finished third, Kubo was again awarded MVP, solidifying his reputation as a prodigious young talent.
In 2011, Kubo was invited to join FC Barcelona's youth academy, La Masia, after passing a trial.
During his first full season, Kubo top-scored in the league with an impressive 74 goals in 30 games, showcasing his exceptional goal-scoring ability.
His third full season saw him promoted to Barca Infantil A U14, where he continued to hone his skills.
However, due to FIFA's international transfer policy for under-18 youths, Kubo's career at Barcelona was cut short, and he returned to Japan in 2015.
He joined FC Tokyo's junior youth team, where he eventually made his professional debut at the record-breaking age of 15 years, five months, and one day in the J.League.
On 15 April 2017, Kubo became the youngest player to score in the J.League at 15 years, ten months, further cementing his status as a rising star in Japanese football.
Kubo's impressive form earned him a call-up to the Japan national team, making his debut in 2019.
In 2019, Kubo signed with La Liga club Real Sociedad, where he currently plies his trade as a right winger.
Kubo's rise to fame has inspired a generation of young Japanese footballers, and his exceptional skills have drawn comparisons to the great Lionel Messi.
His success has also paved the way for greater recognition and investment in Japanese football, solidifying his legacy as a trailblazer in the sport.
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