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Leo Brian Kokubo

b. 2001

Japanese footballer

Association football player
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About Leo Brian Kokubo

Born 2001. Leo Brian Kokubo is a Japanese association football player.

is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Belgian team Sint-Truiden.

International career Kokubo was born in Japan to a Nigerian father and Japanese mother. He is a youth international for Japan, having represented the Japan U16s, U18s and U23s.

On 4 April 2024, Kokubo was called up to the Japan U23 squad for the 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup. In the 2024 AFC U-23 Asian Cup final, he saved a penalty from Umarali Rakhmonaliev during stoppage time, helping Japan secure their 1–0 score against Uzbekistan, winning the competition for the second time in their history. He was consequently named as "Man of the match" for his heroic performance in the final.

Career statistics

Honours Benfica Supertaça Cândido de Oliveira: 2023

Japan U23 AFC U-23 Asian Cup: 2024

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Important facts

Born
23 January 2001, Chiba Prefecture
Birth century
21st century
Occupation
Association football player
Nationality
Japan
Also known as
LeoBrian Kokubo, Leo Kokubo

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Leo Brian Kokubo?

Japanese footballer

When was Leo Brian Kokubo born?

Leo Brian Kokubo was born on 23 January 2001 in Chiba Prefecture.

What is Leo Brian Kokubo's occupation?

Leo Brian Kokubo is an association football player.

What nationality is Leo Brian Kokubo?

Leo Brian Kokubo is Japanese.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Leo Brian Kokubo

· Wikidata: Q61058085

· DBpedia: Leo Kokubo

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