J1 VISSEL KOBE Former Japan National Team Atsuhiro Miura is the new director September 24, 14:31
Mr. Atsuhiro Miura, who was active as a new coach of soccer J1 and Vissel Kobe and was also active as a representative of Japan with free kicks, will be appointed.
Miura is 46 years old from Oita prefecture. Nicknamed "Atsu" during his active career, he has been active in various positions other than goalkeepers, and has a non-rotating free kick, and has participated in 25 games for the Japanese national team.
In addition, he has participated in 427 games including J1 and J2 in the J League, played for Vissel for three years, and contributed to the team's return to J1 in one year as a captain in 2006.
After retiring, he was active as a commentator, but from the beginning he was appointed as the person in charge of strengthening Vissel, involved in the acquisition of players, etc., and promoted the penetration of tactics to develop attacks with fine passes while holding the ball. I have come.
I have no experience as a director.
Vissel was in a hurry to choose a replacement after former coach Thorsten Fink suddenly retired because of his emphasis on living with his family.
At a press conference, Vissel President Yozo Tachibana explained why he chose Miura as the new coach, saying, "One of the people who has pushed the tactics of the current team, can continue what the club is aiming for, and the characteristics of the players are good. From what I knew, I decided that I was the most qualified person. "
He did not disclose the term of the contract, but he said, "We are aiming to become the number one in Asia. It is important for the director to build a solid foundation. I want him to do it for a long time."
Mr. Miura will take command from the game against Consadole Sapporo on the 26th.