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Yuto Mori

Yuto Mori is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Kamatamare Sanuki in the J3 League.

1. Overview

Yuto Mori (森 勇人Mori YūtoJapanese) is a Japanese professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Kamatamare Sanuki in the J3 League. Born on April 21, 1995, in Anjo, Aichi, Japan, Mori stands at 68 in (173 cm) and weighs 150 lb (68 kg), primarily using his right foot. His younger brother, Kōta Mori, is also a professional footballer.
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2. Early Life and Youth Career

Yuto Mori began his football journey at the age of five, joining the youth system of Nagoya Grampus. During his time with the club's youth teams, he demonstrated leadership qualities, serving as captain for both the Nagoya Grampus U-15 and U-18 squads. As captain of the U-15 team, he played a pivotal role in their victory at the Japan Club Youth Football Championship (U-15) in 2008 and the Prince Takamado Cup All Japan Youth (U-15) Football Championship in 2010.

While captaining the U-18 team in his final year, Mori faced significant challenges due to two separate bone fractures. These injuries necessitated a year of rehabilitation, severely limiting his participation in matches during a crucial developmental period. He attended Anjo City Higashiyama Junior High School and Okazaki Josei High School during his youth career.

3. Professional Career

Yuto Mori's professional career saw him progress through several Japanese clubs, starting with his youth club, Nagoya Grampus, before moving to Gamba Osaka, Mito Hollyhock, and eventually Kamatamare Sanuki.

3.1. Nagoya Grampus

Mori was promoted to the Nagoya Grampus top team in 2014. He made his official debut for the club in the J.League Cup on March 19, 2014, against Ventforet Kofu at Mizuho Athletic Stadium in Nagoya. He started the match but was substituted in the 67th minute, with Ryota Aoki taking his place. Nagoya Grampus ultimately lost the match 1-0. Despite his debut, Mori struggled to secure consistent playing time with the senior squad. After three seasons, he departed from the club at the end of the 2016 season due to his contract expiring.

3.2. J.League U-22 Selection

Alongside his tenure at Nagoya Grampus, Yuto Mori was also registered as a player for the J.League U-22 Selection team. This team participated in the J3 League, providing young players with competitive match experience. Mori played for the J.League U-22 Selection during the 2014 and 2015 seasons, gaining valuable exposure in the professional league environment. His J.League debut was on March 9, 2014, in a J3 League match against FC Ryukyu at Okinawa Prefectural Comprehensive Athletic Park Athletics Stadium.

3.3. Gamba Osaka

On January 6, 2017, Mori made a full transfer to Gamba Osaka. Upon joining, he was primarily assigned to the club's Gamba Osaka U-23 team, which competed in the J3 League, and was appointed as the team's captain. He scored his first professional goal on April 30, 2017, in a J3 League match against Fukushima United FC, contributing to Gamba Osaka U-23's first victory of the season.

Mori made his J1 League debut for the senior Gamba Osaka team on April 1, 2018, during the fifth matchday of the J1 League season against FC Tokyo. After two seasons with Gamba Osaka, he left the club at the end of the 2018 season following the expiration of his contract.

3.4. Mito Hollyhock

Following his departure from Gamba Osaka, Yuto Mori participated in a J.League joint tryout. His performance led to him joining Mito Hollyhock on a full transfer, which was announced on December 27, 2018. He played for Mito Hollyhock for four seasons, from 2019 to 2022, contributing to their campaigns in the J2 League.

3.5. Kamatamare Sanuki

In 2023, Yuto Mori transferred to Kamatamare Sanuki on a full transfer, with the move officially announced on December 7, 2022. He currently plays as a midfielder for the club in the J3 League, wearing the number 8 shirt. He has been an active member of the team since his arrival.

4. Club Career Statistics

Yuto Mori's career statistics reflect his appearances and goals across various competitions for his clubs, including league, cup, and league cup matches. His first professional goal was scored on April 30, 2017, in a J3 League match against Fukushima United FC at Toho Minna no Stadium.

Club performanceLeagueCupLeague CupContinentalTotal
SeasonClubLeagueAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
JapanLeagueEmperor's CupJ.League CupAsiaTotal
2014Nagoya GrampusJ1001000-10
2015001010-20
2016001000-10
2017Gamba Osaka0000000000
2018104010-60
2019Mito HollyhockJ250-20-70
2020322---322
2021321-00-321
2022162-10-172
2023Kamatamare SanukiJ3332-21-353
20243521020-382
Career total155980910017210



; Reserves performance

Club performanceLeagueTotal
SeasonClubLeagueAppsGoalsAppsGoals
JapanLeagueTotal
2014J.League U-22 SelectionJ32020
20151010
2017Gamba Osaka U-23243243
2018232232
Career total505505


; Other official matches

  • 2024: Kagawa Prefecture Football Championship 1 match, 1 goal

5. National Team Career

Yuto Mori represented Japan at the youth international level. He was a member of the U-16 Japan national team in 2011, gaining experience in international youth competitions. The following year, in 2012, he was part of the U-17 Japan national team, further developing his skills on the international stage.

6. Awards and Honors

Throughout his career, Yuto Mori has achieved several titles and honors, particularly during his youth career and with his current club.

  • Nagoya Grampus U-15
    • Japan Club Youth Football Championship (U-15): 2008
    • Prince Takamado Cup All Japan Youth (U-15) Football Championship: 2010
  • Nagoya Grampus U-18
    • J.League Youth Championship: 2011
  • Kamatamare Sanuki
    • Kagawa Prefecture Football Championship: 2023, 2024

7. Personal Life

Yuto Mori announced his marriage on April 21, 2022. On January 10, 2023, during a broadcast of "Audrey-san, Zehi Atte Hoshii Hito ga Irun Desu." on Chukyo TV, it was publicly revealed that his wife is Yoshimi Abe, an announcer for Chukyo TV. His younger brother, Kōta Mori, is also a professional footballer.