Iwaki FC reaches agreement with Shoshi High School midfielder Sosuke Hoshi

Iwaki FC has announced a contract agreement with Sosuke Hoshi, a standout midfielder from Shoshi High School. Hoshi is scheduled to join the team in January 2027, with a contract running until June 30, 2030.

Hoshi is a highly regarded talent who has represented the Japan U-17 national team and was part of the squad that won the U-17 Asian Cup. Known for his ability to recover second balls and his defensive intensity, he has also shown significant growth in his offensive capabilities, recently scoring in the Fukushima Prefecture tournament semifinals.

Before committing to Iwaki FC, Hoshi gained international experience through training stints with German club Schalke 04 and Dutch side NEC Nijmegen. He cited Iwaki FC's environment as the ideal place for a high school graduate to develop his physical and mental attributes.