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Mitsudera Shin J1 League debut and impact

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Sixteen-year-old midfielder Mitsudera Shin made a historic debut for Yokohama FM in the J1 League season opener against Kashima Antlers, becoming the youngest ever starter in a J1 opening match and scoring the league’s first goal of the season. Despite his goal, Yokohama FM lost the match, and Mitsudera was substituted after 60 minutes due to cramping. During the 2026-27 J.League season, which operates under a new autumn-spring schedule, Mitsudera continued his impactful run. In a J1 match against Vissel Kobe at Nissan Stadium, he scored the decisive goal in the 9th minute, securing a 1-0 victory for Yokohama F. Marinos and contributing to two consecutive clean sheets for the club. His rapid rise has drawn significant attention; the J.League official YouTube channel released a rare “all touches” compilation video featuring the rookie, a treatment typically reserved for established stars. His success has also served as a catalyst for other young players. Former teammate Ryota Hariu of Shimizu S-Pulse noted that Mitsudera’s “fearless play” has motivated him within the U-21 J.League. Following his professional contract signing in April, Mitsudera became the second-youngest goalscorer in J1 history at 16 years, 4 months, and 5 days. Former Japan national team forward Takayuki Morimoto compared his impact to Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, noting that he plays with the “maturity of a veteran rather than a teenager.” ~~Mitsudera has expressed ambitions to become a versatile all-rounder, citing Phil Foden and Raphinha as inspirations.~~ As his popularity grows, Yokohama F. Marinos has issued a warning to fans regarding a fraudulent TikTok account impersonating Mitsudera. Following five consecutive J1 starts, Mitsudera ~~has~~ reflected on the challenges of his increasing prominence. After being substituted in the 55th minute of a match against Kyoto Sanga F.C. on September 2, he noted that opponents are marking him more strictly and identified physical stamina as a primary challenge.

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