Biography
Who is Mū Kanazaki?
Early life and background
Mū Kanazaki was born in Tsu, Japan, on February 16, 1989. Growing up in Japan, he developed an interest in association football and eventually pursued it as a professional career.
His path in the sport began locally before he moved on to play for multiple professional teams across different leagues in Japan and abroad.
Professional football career
Mū Kanazaki has played for several clubs throughout his career, including Oita Trinita, Nagoya Grampus, 1. FC Nürnberg, Portimonense S.C., and Kashima Antlers. He also played for Verspah Oita.
During the 2016 J1 League final, he scored two important goals that secured the championship title for Kashima Antlers against Urawa Red Diamonds. His club career also includes stints with Sagan Tosu and FC Ryukyu.
In addition to his club matches, he made his full international debut for the Japan national team on January 20, 2009, during a 2011 AFC Asian Cup qualification match against Yemen.
Honours and achievements
Over the years, Mū Kanazaki has collected numerous team honours and individual awards. With Oita Trinita, he won the J.League Cup in 2008 and also received the J. League Cup New Hero Award that same year.
Later in his career, he secured the J1 League title with Nagoya Grampus in 2010 and the Japanese Super Cup in 2011, alongside another J.League Cup victory with them in 2021.
While playing for Kashima Antlers, he won the J.League Cup in 2015, the J1 League and the Emperor's Cup in 2016, and the Japanese Super Cup in 2017.
Birthday and age
Mū Kanazaki was born on February 16, 1989, which makes Mū 37 years old today. That birthday falls under the Aquarius sign. Mū shares the date with 33 other famous people.
Explore more
