Michael James Fitzgerald
Albirex Niigata/D/
New ZealandPlayer Info
Michael James Fitzgerald is a New Zealand international defender who provides experience and leadership at the back for Albirex Niigata in Japan. At 37, the 185 cm tall center-back is a seasoned campaigner valued at €50,000. Fitzgerald's lengthy career has seen him play in New Zealand, Australia, and for many years in Japan's J-League, where he became a well-known and respected figure. His game is built on aerial dominance, tough tackling, and organizational skills. A mainstay for the New Zealand All Whites, he has earned numerous caps, representing his country in World Cup qualifiers and other major international tournaments. At Albirex Niigata, his vast experience is crucial for mentoring younger players and stabilizing the defense. Known for his commitment and no-nonsense approach, Fitzgerald is a classic defensive warrior whose presence and know-how have been assets to every team he has played for.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2019/08/12
Kawasaki Frontale
Albirex NiigataSigned
2017/01/04
Albirex NiigataKawasaki FrontaleSigned
2013/08/05
V-Varen NagasakiAlbirex NiigataLoan Ended
2011/12/31
Albirex NiigataV-Varen NagasakiLoan
2011/11/30
Zweigen Kanazawa FCAlbirex NiigataLoan Ended
2009/12/31
Albirex NiigataZweigen Kanazawa FCLoan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
Albirex Niigata
JPN J12025
Matches
Games Played
27
Games Started
26
Minutes Per Game
2282
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
1
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
3
Accurate Passes Per Game
1595
Key Passes Per Game
9
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
103
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
3
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
19
Interceptions Per Game
26
Clearances Per Game
135
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
5
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
22
Be Fouled Per Game
12