In today’s JFA League Round 17 match, which ended in a 2-2 draw between away team Suzuka Unlimited FC and Shiga Lakestars, veteran player Mitsuharu Miyai came on as a substitute in the 16th minute of the second half. This marked his second consecutive appearance for the team, further breaking the record for the oldest player in Japanese professional football.
Following his substitution in the previous home match, where Suzuka Unlimited FC lost 0-1 to Tochigi Utsunomiya B.C., Miyai once again took to the field. At the age of 57 years and 146 days, he has refreshed his own record for the oldest player in Japanese professional football. However, his performance was described by Japanese media as quite poor, offering no help to his team.