Yuto Tsunashima


Yuto Tsunashima is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder or centre-back for Belgian Pro League club Antwerp and the Japan national team.
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Club career

Tsunashima started his football career with Sobudai FC New Green and then spent time with Tokyo Verdy before joining university. He featured in the 2021 and 2022 editions of the All Japan University Football Championship for Kokushikan University before going on to sign for J2 League side Tokyo Verdy ahead of the 2023 season. On 12 March 2023, he made his professional league debut, appearing as a late substitute in a 2–0 win over Tokushima Vortis. On 6 August 2025, Tsunashima signed a three-year deal with Belgian Pro League club Antwerp.

International career

In July 2025, Tsunashima earned his first call-up to the Japan team when he was named in their squad for the 2025 EAFF E-1 Football Championship. On 12 July 2025, he made his international debut, playing the full match in a 2–0 win over China.

Honours

Japan