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Yasuhito Endō (遠藤 保仁, Endō Yasuhito; born 28 January 1980) is a Japanese former footballer who played as a midfielder. He is currently the assistant manager of J1 League club, Gamba Osaka. Endō's playing career unfolded entirely within Japan, where he was associated with Gamba Osaka for 20 years. He made his senior international debut in 2002, representing Japan in three FIFA World Cup and three FIFA Confederations Cup. In the process he earned over 150 caps, scoring 15 goals and becoming the most capped Japanese male player of all time. He is also one of the few players to have made over 1,100 official appearances and the highest number of J.League appearances in history with 672 appearances. His brother Akihiro Endō is also a former footballer. However, neither of them are related to Wataru Endo.

Quick facts about Yasuhito Endo

  • Full name: Yasuhito Endo
  • Born: 1980-01-28
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q214859

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Who is Yasuhito Endo?

Yasuhito Endō (遠藤 保仁, Endō Yasuhito; born 28 January 1980) is a Japanese former footballer who played as a midfielder.

What nationality is Yasuhito Endo?

Yasuhito Endo is Japan.

When was Yasuhito Endo born?

Yasuhito Endo was born on 1980-01-28.

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