Kiriya Sakamoto
Montedio Yamagata/D/
JapanPlayer Info
Kiriya Sakamoto is a promising Japanese defender currently playing for Montedio Yamagata in the J2 League, known for his physical presence and defensive solidity at a young age. Born on April 23, 2003, the 22-year-old center-back stands 184 cm tall and weighs 78 kg, offering a robust frame for aerial duels. His early career was spent developing in Japan's youth football system, leading to his professional debut with Montedio Yamagata where he has become a key part of their defensive line. Key highlights include establishing himself as a regular starter in the J2 League, contributing to clean sheets and demonstrating maturity beyond his years in one of Japan's competitive second-tier divisions. In terms of main honors, while team trophies at the senior level are a future target, his individual development and market valuation of €125,000 underscore his potential. A notable fact is his commitment to improving his ball-playing skills from the back, a modern trait for defenders. In summary, Sakamoto is a strong, young defender whose style and current reputation point towards a potential future in the J1 League or beyond.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/01/30
Giravanz Kitakyushu
Montedio YamagataLoan Ended
2025/08/25
Giravanz KitakyushuMontedio YamagataLoan Ended
2025/01/31
Montedio YamagataGiravanz KitakyushuLoan
2024/01/30
Sagan TosuMontedio YamagataLoan Ended
2023/01/31
Montedio YamagataSagan TosuLoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Montedio Yamagata
JPN J22025
Matches
Games Played
4
Games Started
0
Minutes Per Game
113
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
2
Accurate Passes Per Game
33
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
3
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
2
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
1
Interceptions Per Game
1
Clearances Per Game
7
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
4
Be Fouled Per Game
1