Go Oiwa
Japanese association football player and manager
About Go Oiwa
Born 1972. Go Oiwa is a Japanese association football player and association football coach.
Managerial career
After retirement, Ōiwa became a coach for Kashima Antlers in 2011. In May 2017, he became the new manager, succeeding Masatada Ishii. In the 2018 AFC Champions League, he led the team to the final against Persepolis. Ōiwa overcame the absence of five injured players, in addition to the fatigue at the end of the season after playing 52 matches, Kashima Antlers beat Persepolis with two goals in the first leg. After a goalless draw in the second leg, the club won the AFC Champions League.
It was revealed on the 23rd of July 2026 that Gō Ōiwa would take charge of the Japan National Football team in March 2027 with current manager Hajime Moriyasu stepping down.
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Honours Player Nagoya Grampus Eight Emperor's Cup: 1995, 1999
Kashima Antlers J1 League: 2002, 2007, 2008, 2009 Emperor's Cup: 2007, 2010 A3 Champions Cup: 2003
Manager Kashima Antlers Japanese Super Cup: 2017 AFC Champions League: 2018
Japan U23 AFC U-23 Asian Cup: 2024, 2026
Individual J.League Best Eleven: 2001 Asian Coach of the Year: 2018, 2023
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Go Oiwa?
Japanese association football player and manager
When was Go Oiwa born?
Go Oiwa was born on 23 June 1972 in Shimizu-ku.
What is Go Oiwa's occupation?
Go Oiwa is an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality is Go Oiwa?
Go Oiwa is Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Go Oiwa. https://biography.guide/go-oiwa/
MLA: "Go Oiwa." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/go-oiwa/.
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