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    Atsuto Uchida

    Atsuto Uchida

    Awards & Honours

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    Uchida's career is marked by consistent success at club level. His three consecutive J1 League titles with Kashima Antlers established him as one of Japan's top defenders. His move to Europe and subsequent DFB-Pokal win with Schalke 04 showed he could compete at the highest level. Being named to the Bundesliga team of the season twice is a testament to his quality, a rare achievement for an Asian player. His 74 caps for Japan further underline his importance to his country's football.

    Atsuto Uchida receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    AFC Pro License

    Asian Football Confederation·2021

    Coaching qualification

    Records & Feats

    First Japanese player to be named in Bundesliga team of the season twice

    Career Milestone·2014

    Uchida achieved this in 2012 and 2014, a unique feat for a Japanese defender at the time.