Tomoaki Makino
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Records
Makino's career is marked by a rare blend of individual grit and team success. He was the defensive anchor for Urawa Red Diamonds during their 2017 AFC Champions League triumph, a run that saw him publicly set his sights on the title and then deliver. Domestically, he helped Urawa claim multiple J1 League crowns, the Emperor's Cup, and the J.League Cup, cementing his place among Japan's finest defenders of his generation. His 30-plus caps for the national team, including a World Cup appearance, underscore his standing on the international stage.
Awards
Records & Feats
First Urawa Red Diamonds defender to win the AFC Champions League in the club's modern era
Makino was a key figure in Urawa's 2017 AFC Champions League victory, their first in ten years.