The Japan Professional Football Players Association, which includes Japanese players who play in the J. Kaoru Mitoma was selected.
This annual commendation was established by the Japan Professional Football Players Association for the first time as an opportunity for players to aim high, and last season's commendation players were announced on the 18th.
Japan's Mitoma, who plays for Brighton in the English Premier League, was selected as the best player.
Mitoma played in 4 matches at last year's World Cup Qatar tournament and created many chances with his strong dribble.
In particular, in the 3rd match of the first league match against Spain, he was able to turn a ball that almost crossed the goal line into a corner and scored the winning goal, contributing greatly to Japan's advance to the knockout stages.
In a video message, Mitoma said, "I'm very honored. I'm glad that the players who fought with me are evaluating me. I want to contribute to the team with goals and assists, sticking to the numbers so as not to be ashamed of this award." bottom.
Maya Yoshida, president of the players' association and captain of the Japanese national team at the Qatar Games, said, "It's very important to be evaluated by the players, and this award will motivate the players and become a status. I want it," he said.