Overview

Toshihiro Matsushita (born 17 October 1983) is a Japanese professional football player who has been associated with Tokyo's professional squad. He is part of the generation of players developed in Japan's professional era and has competed in domestic league competition. Basic biographical data such as his birthdate are commonly used to identify his playing era and career timeline (birth record).

Background and development

Players like Matsushita typically progress through school teams, youth academies, and university or club-based development programmes before joining professional ranks. Japan's domestic system places emphasis on technical skill, organization and tactical understanding. Matsushita's career reflects the pathway taken by many Japanese professionals who graduate into the J.League and represent their clubs at national-level competition.

Playing role and characteristics

While specific position labels can vary between coaches and seasons, professional footballers in this cohort are often valued for versatility, work rate and technical ball control. Common attributes reported for midfield and wide players include passing range, movement off the ball, positional awareness and contribution to both attack and defence. These characteristics inform how a club like Tokyo deploys experienced squad members during a season.

Professional career and significance

Matsushita has been listed as a player for Tokyo's professional team, competing in Japan's league structure. Players in his role contribute to team depth, matchday squads and competitive fixtures across league and cup competitions. Beyond individual clubs, such professionals help sustain the overall quality and international recognition of Japanese domestic football.

Notable facts and context

  • Represents the cohort of footballers born in the early 1980s who matured alongside the professionalization of Japanese football.
  • Contributes experience and squad flexibility to club rosters during domestic campaigns.
  • Career records and statistics are maintained by league and club archives and can be consulted for match-by-match details.

For further information, consult official player profiles and databases that track appearances, positions and statistics. Reliable sources include club pages, league records and recognized football databases (nationality and league context, player profile).