Eiji Shirai
Albirex Niigata/M/
JapanPlayer Info
Eiji Shirai is a Japanese central midfielder currently playing for Albirex Niigata, recognized for his precise passing and control in the heart of the team's play. At 29, Shirai has developed into a key player for his club, with a market value reflecting his importance and technical quality. His career began in Japan, and his progression has seen him become a metronomic presence in midfield, dictating tempo and breaking up opposition attacks. His stats for Albirex Niigata highlight his high pass completion rate and ability to contribute defensively. While individual honors may still be forthcoming, his consistent performances are a form of accolade in themselves. Shirai is an intelligent and composed midfielder, essential for building attacks and providing balance to his side.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/07/15
Kashiwa Reysol
Albirex NiigataSigned
2024/01/07
Tokushima VortisKashiwa ReysolSigned
2022/01/08
Fagiano OkayamaTokushima VortisSigned
2020/01/03
Mito HollyhockFagiano OkayamaSigned
2014/01/31
Kashiwa Reysol U18Mito HollyhockSigned
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Albirex Niigata
JPN J12025
Matches
Games Played
10
Games Started
10
Minutes Per Game
892
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
2
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
14
Accurate Passes Per Game
496
Key Passes Per Game
3
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
17
Accurate Crosses Per Game
2
Success Dribbles Per Game
1
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
16
Interceptions Per Game
6
Clearances Per Game
15
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
15
Be Fouled Per Game
8