Kazuyoshi Miura has added another chapter to his extraordinary career by scoring for Fukushima United at the age of 59. The veteran forward, known as the world's oldest professional footballer, got back on the scoresheet for the first time since 2022.
The goal came for Fukushima United, a team playing in Japan's third tier, and ended a lengthy wait for Miura's next strike. Even without many details from the match, the moment stands out because of his age and the sheer length of his professional career.
Miura has long been one of the most recognizable figures in Japanese football, and any milestone he reaches still attracts attention. Finding the net again at 59 underlines the unusual longevity that has made him a global talking point in the sport.
For Fukushima United, the goal gives the club a memorable moment, while for Miura it is another landmark in a career that continues far beyond the usual limits of professional football. His latest finish is likely to be remembered as a rare achievement in the modern game.
