Japan’s King Kazu, 59, scores twice from spot to make cup history
Kazuyoshi Miura, now in his 42nd professional season, became the oldest goalscorer in the Emperor's Cup history.
Kazuyoshi Miura, now 59, scored twice from the penalty spot in a 7-0 triumph over Oyama Soccer Club, becoming the oldest goalscorer in Japan's longest-running cup competition, the Emperor's Cup. Miura, dubbed "King Kazu," scored in the 12th and 55th minutes during the third division Fukushima United's victory. The feat surpassed the previous record of 41-year-old Shinji Ono. Known for his penalty practice, Miura said he aims to repay his team's trust with goals and assists after joining Fukushima in January.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- ‘King Kazu,’ 59, scores twice from penalty spot to make history at Emperor’s Cup japantimes.co.jp
- Japan’s King Kazu, 59, scores twice from spot to make cup history freemalaysiatoday.com
