Naoki Soma

January 11, 2024
Association Football Player

Quick Facts

Naoki Soma
Full Name Naoki Soma
Date Of Birth Jul 19, 1971(1971-07-19)
Age 53
Birthplace Shimizu-ku
Country Japan
Horoscope Cancer

Naoki Soma Biography

Birthday Jul 19
Birth Year 1971

Naoki Soma is one of the most popular and richest Association Football Player who was born on July 19, 1971 in Shimizu-ku, Japan. Soma was born in Shizuoka on July 19, 1971. After graduating from Waseda University, he joined Kashima Antlers in 1994. He played as left side-back and became one of the main player in glorious era of the club. In 1990s, the club won the champions in 1996, 1998 J1 League, 1997 J.League Cup and 1997 Emperor’s Cup. He was also selected Best Eleven for 4 years in a row (1995-1998). In 2000, the club won all three major title in Japan; J1 League, J.League Cup and Emperor’s Cup. However at Emperor’s Cup in December 2000, he got hurt and he could not play about a year. Although he came back in the latter half of 2001, his opportunity to play decreased behind Augusto. In 2002, he moved to Tokyo Verdy on loan. He returned to Kashima Antlers in 2003 and moved to Kawasaki Frontale in 2004. At Kawasaki Frontale, he played as defensive midfielder and sweeper. He retired end of 2005 season.

Soma retired at the end of the 2005 season. After working as a TV pundit, Soma managed the Japan Football League side FC Machida Zelvia in 2010. He held a managerial post in charge of J1 League side Kawasaki Frontale prior to the 2011 season. On April 12, 2012, Kawasaki dismiss coach Naoki Soma after performing ‘far below expectations’. The 40-year-old coach was sacked with the club’s president stating the team were performing ‘far below expectations’ having aimed to win the title this term. In 2014, he signed with J3 League side FC Machida Zelvia again. He led the club to won the 2nd place in 2015 and promoted to J2 League.

Naoki Soma Net Worth

Net Worth $5 Million
Source Of Income Association Football Player
House Living in own house.

Naoki Soma is one of the richest Association Football Player from Japan. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Naoki Soma 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

Naoki Soma (相馬 直樹 , Sōma Naoki, born July 19, 1971) is a former Japanese football player and manager. He played for Japan national team.

On May 28, 1995, Soma debuted for Japan national team against Ecuador. After debut, he became a regular player as left side-back and left midfielder. In 1996, he played in all matches included 1996 Asian Cup. At 1998 World Cup qualification in 1997, Japan won the qualify for 1998 World Cup first time Japan’s history. He played in all matches at 1998 World Cup. He also played at 1999 Copa America. He played 58 games and scored 4 goals for Japan until 1999.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

Height 5 ft 9 in
Weight 159  lbs

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Facts & Trivia

Zoran Ranked on the list of most popular Association Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Japan. Naoki Soma celebrates birthday on July 19 of every year.

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