Biography
Who is Daisuke Suzuki?
Professional football beginnings
Daisuke Suzuki began his path in professional sports as an apprentice with Albirex Niigata in 2007. By the start of the 2008 season, he transitioned into a full-time professional role with the club. His debut for the first team occurred during the second round of the Emperor's Cup against Nara Club.
The defender made his first appearance in the J. League on May 1, 2010, during an away victory against Vissel Kobe. Throughout the 2010 season, he logged 24 appearances. He scored his first goal for the team on May 28, 2011, while playing against the Urawa Red Diamonds at Saitama Stadium.
Moving between clubs and international play
In early 2016, Daisuke departed from Kashiwa Reysol after a three-season stint to pursue different career opportunities. He signed with the Spanish Segunda División team Gimnàstic de Tarragona on February 16, 2016. Later, in September 2018, he returned to his former team, Kashiwa Reysol, for the remainder of that season.
His international experience includes representing Japan at the 2007 U-17 World Cup, where he played in two matches. He was also selected for the Japan U-23 squad for the 2010 Asian Games and the 2012 Summer Olympics. During the 2012 Olympic tournament, he played all six matches as a center back alongside Maya Yoshida, helping Japan secure fourth place.
Recent career updates
Following his time with Kashiwa Reysol, Daisuke signed a contract with the Urawa Red Diamonds on December 19, 2018, starting from the 2019 season. He later joined the J2 club JEF United Chiba on December 28, 2020, to begin playing for them in 2021.
On December 13, 2025, he played a crucial role in helping his club achieve promotion to the J1 League. This occurred after a narrow 1-0 victory over Tokushima Vortis during the promotion play-off final held at Fukuda Denshi Arena. This achievement marked the team's return to the top tier of Japanese football after an absence of 16 years.
Honours and career awards
Throughout his career, Daisuke has earned several team titles. With Kashiwa Reysol, he won the J. League Cup in 2013 and the Suruga Bank Championship in 2014. Internationally, he earned a victory at the 2010 Asian Games with the Japan U21 squad and the EAFF East Asian Cup with the senior Japan team in 2013.
His individual performance was also recognized when he was named to the AFC Champions League Dream team in 2013.
Birthday and age
Daisuke Suzuki was born on January 29, 1990, which makes Daisuke 36 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Daisuke shares the date with 54 other famous people.
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