Sanfrecce Hiroshima

A goalkeeper who excels in reflexes and positioning, with an outstanding reputation for close-range shot-stopping. His 187cm frame ensures stable handling of high balls, and he actively participates in build-up play. He was selected for the 2024 J-League Best XI as a proven top-class goalkeeper.

A large-framed goalkeeper at 192cm who provides stability in saving and handling high balls. A product of Hiroshima's youth system, he has been selected for Japan's age-group teams from U-16 through U-18 as a promising young shot-stopper.

A proven goalkeeper who gained experience at Aomori Yamada High School and the National Championship, and beat Yoshikatsu Kawaguchi to the starting spot at SC Sagamihara to establish himself as the regular. At Blaublitz Akita, he contributed to a seven-match winning streak from the start of the J3 season with his consistent saves and solid defending.

A towering goalkeeper at 194cm whose saves and high-ball handling benefit from his imposing frame. He also possesses strong footwork, contributing to build-up play from the back. He was selected as a U-22 Japan national team candidate during his time at Waseda University.

An Italian-born goalkeeper who was selected for Japan's age-group teams from U-15 through U-17. He gained experience at multiple J3 clubs and performed as the first-choice keeper at Matsumoto Yamaga with consistent displays. His quick reflexes and precise positioning are his main strengths.

A Hiroshima youth product and center-back with U-17 World Cup experience. He creates attacking opportunities with accurate distribution to both flanks and incisive vertical passes from the back. He is a well-rounded defender who also brings strength in one-on-one situations and aerial stability.

A center-back whose 186cm frame gives him aerial dominance and a strong reputation in one-on-one defending. Having captained Kansai University, he leads and marshals the backline. A Japan international who serves as the cornerstone of Hiroshima's defense.

A utility defender who performs at a high level across multiple positions including full-back and wing-back. Despite being a defender, his goal-scoring ability is remarkable — he even completed a hat-trick in his first season at Hiroshima. His quality in attack and sense of defensive balance are outstanding.

A defensive leader who plays primarily as the left center-back and captains the team. His tough physicality and high defensive awareness have seen him start virtually every match across full seasons, demonstrating exceptional consistency and durability. He was selected for the 2024 J1 League Best XI.

A center-back with impressive attacking contributions, armed with a powerful long-range shot and accurate distribution. After gaining overseas experience at Al Ain in the UAE, he returned to Hiroshima as a veteran. A member of the 2015 and 2019 Asian Cup Japan squads, he brings stability and vast experience to the team.

A tall, left-footed center-back at 186cm whose build-up play from the back is his hallmark. A product of FC Seoul's academy, he served his military service at Gimcheon Sangmu. He scored his first South Korea cap goal at the E-1 Championship, demonstrating his aerial prowess and ability to contribute in attack.

An internationally experienced holding midfielder who has played in four European countries. His technique allows him to retain the ball even when surrounded, and his driving dribbles from deep add depth to the team's attack. He made his Japan debut in 2021 and scored his first international goal against Tajikistan.

A box-to-box midfielder with abundant running power and strong ball-winning ability. He was selected for Japan's 2019 Copa America squad and has senior international experience. He returned to his original club Hiroshima after just one year at Urawa Reds, driving the team forward with his midfield dynamism and rapid transitions.

A supremely versatile player whose ability to operate at center-back, wing-back, and holding midfielder is his greatest asset. He possesses strong technical ability and contributes effectively to build-up play as an all-round defender. Since making his J-League debut in 2023, he has appeared in over 30 matches per season and continues to grow as a defensive pillar at Hiroshima.

A left-back known for the accuracy of his left-footed delivery. He has built a wealth of experience across multiple J1 and J2 clubs, producing consistent performances at both ends. After returning to Hiroshima from a loan at Avispa Fukuoka, he provides depth on the left side of the squad.

A left-footed attacker whose thunderous long-range shooting — dubbed the 'Suga Cannon' — is his greatest weapon. A product of Sapporo's academy, he was selected for Japan's 2019 Copa America squad. He boasts experience at every level from U-15 to the senior national team as an attack-minded left-footer.

A versatile left-footed midfielder whose pinpoint set-piece delivery from free kicks and corners is his biggest asset. He delivers quality performances at holding midfield, wing-back, and wide midfield alike. Selected for Japan's age-group teams from U-15 through U-23, he has developed through the ranks as a Hiroshima youth product.

An intelligent midfielder from Hiroshima's academy who turned professional via Tokyo Gakugei University. His versatility to play from attacking midfield to full-back is his hallmark, allowing him to adapt flexibly to team requirements. He gained experience on loan at Chiba and contributes as a utility player after returning to Hiroshima.

A product of Borussia Dortmund's academy with extensive experience across Europe's top leagues including the Bundesliga, Serie A, and Turkish Super Lig. An attacking midfielder with outstanding technique and vision who controls the tempo of matches, he also carries a significant goal threat. After joining Hiroshima in 2024, he delivered a remarkable 8 goals in 14 appearances.

A homegrown wide player who progressed through Hiroshima's junior youth and youth ranks. Operating primarily at wide midfield or wing-back, he has been selected for U-17 and U-18 Japan squads. His tireless running and willingness to take on opponents from wide areas are his strengths, and he scored his first league goal in 2024.

A young talent and son of former professional footballer Koji Nakajima, who signed the fastest-ever professional contract in club history at age 17. Playing primarily as a defensive midfielder, his creativity and precise technique to unlock defenses with a single pass stand out. He won the Levain Cup New Hero Award, highlighting his status as one of the most promising youngsters in Japanese football.

An attacker who attacks from wide positions using his dribbling and speed. He made his J-League debut at Ehime FC and gained experience through loans at Mito and Niigata. Despite his compact frame, his agility is exceptional, and he can carry the ball effectively in tight spaces.

An attacking midfielder who wore Hiroshima youth's number 10, known for his sharp dribbling and goal-scoring instinct. He excels in using half-spaces and serves as a creative trigger to ignite attacks. Selected for U-16 and U-17 Japan squads, he was promoted to the first team for the 2026 season.

A playmaking midfielder who controls the game through abundant running and solid technique. He attracted attention from his junior youth days at Soresso Kumamoto and made Premier League appearances in his first year after joining Hiroshima's youth team. He has been part of the U-17 Japan squad from its inception as a highly promising young talent.

A young midfielder from Sanfrecce Hiroshima's academy. He aims to break into the first team using the technique and tactical understanding developed during his youth career. His passing sense and ball control, refined in Hiroshima's development program, are his main attributes.

A powerful striker who combines speed and strength, with devastating shooting power from his left foot. He scored 19 goals in 32 matches at Jubilo Iwata in the 2024 season, proving himself as one of J1's most prolific scorers. He threatens defenses with both his runs in behind and his hold-up play as the team's spearhead.

A young striker with outstanding speed and goal-scoring instinct who moved from Shonan Bellmare to Sanfrecce Hiroshima. He has proven pedigree as the National High School Championship top scorer and has steadily added to his J-League goal tally. His runs in behind and clinical finishing are his weapons, and he also contributes with committed pressing from the front line.

A forward defined by his goal-scoring instinct and willingness to score the gritty, scrappy goals. He has a twin brother and was known as part of the 'Kato Twins' during his time in Hiroshima's youth system. After turning professional via Chuo University and gaining experience at Kanazawa and Cerezo Osaka, he returned to boyhood club Hiroshima in 2023 to thrive as the leading striker.

Despite standing 190cm, this hardworking forward runs tirelessly and contributes actively to the team's defensive efforts. He has accumulated overseas experience across four countries — Germany, Sweden, Belgium, and Norway. His ability to deliver results from limited playing time is a standout quality, and he earned his move to Hiroshima after scoring 11 goals at Kashiwa in 2024.

A natural striker who relies on pace and instinct in front of goal. He contributed to winning the Premier League Final during his Hiroshima youth career and earned his professional contract. After gaining J2 experience on loan at Oita, he is competing for playing time back at Hiroshima.

A graduate rookie who swept the Kanto League scoring title, assist title, and MVP at Meiji University. He combines high finishing ability with tireless running and leads the team's press from the front. Despite his compact build, the quality of his off-the-ball movement and speed of decision-making allow this cerebral attacker to outfox defenders.

A left-footed attacker whose dribbling at pace is his greatest weapon. He can both receive to feet and make runs in behind, and he contributes to the team's pressing from the front. A product of Tokyo Verdy's academy, he also has overseas experience at FC Utrecht in the Netherlands.