Maho Horiguchi appointed as support manager for 105th National High School Soccer Championship

Actress Maho Horiguchi has been appointed as the 22nd support manager for the 105th National High School Soccer Championship. The 18-year-old high school senior expressed great joy during a press conference, stating that this role has been a dream she has pursued since her second year of middle school.

Horiguchi, who has gained attention through roles in projects such as ‘Kamen Rider Zets’ and ‘GTO’, has a long-standing connection to football. Since 2022, she has served as a stadium assistant MC and stadium MC for Yokohama FC. She noted that her interest in the sport grew through her work with the club and her admiration for players like Shunsuke Nakamura.

As a support manager, Horiguchi aims to use her energetic personality to provide full support to the players, encouraging them to play with their whole hearts during their final high school matches.