By Adegboyega Adeleye
Japanese football icon Kazuyoshi Miura will continue playing professional football into his 60s after extending his loan spell with Fukushima United until June 2027.
The 59-year-old forward, popularly known as “King Kazu”, will enter his 42nd season as a professional player after the J3 League club confirmed the extension of his stay on Thursday.
Miura joined Fukushima United on loan from Yokohama FC at the end of December and will remain with the third-tier side after making six appearances during the opening months of 2026, according to Reuters.
“I have decided to continue my challenge at Fukushima United FC,” Miura said in a statement.
