Active in J1 League
Career
No transfer history
Masaru Kato Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Attackers
Height 32%
Weight 39%
Experience 96%
vs J1 League
Height 33%
Weight 37%
Experience 92%
Traits
VETERAN
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 19
Shooting 6
Defense 42
Workrate 37
Passing 24
Key Strength 42 Defense
Area to Watch 6 Shooting
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Masaru Kato this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 06, 2026 | Kawasaki Frontale 0-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 69' | 6.3 | - | - | 33 |
| May 30, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Kawasaki Frontale | 67' | 7.5 | 1 | - | 54 |
| May 23, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 4-2 Nagoya Grampus | 55' | 6.3 | - | - | 90 |
| May 17, 2026 | Kyoto Sanga 0-4 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 65' | 7.6 | 1 | 1 | 39 |
| May 10, 2026 | Gamba Osaka 0-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 56' | 6.6 | - | - | 21 |
| May 06, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Vissel Kobe | 72' | 7.3 | 1 | - | 38 |
| May 02, 2026 | Fagiano Okayama 1-0 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 1' | - | - | - | 25 |
| Apr 29, 2026 | Avispa Fukuoka 2-2 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 59' | 6.5 | - | 1 | 45 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-1 Cerezo Osaka | 72' | 6.3 | - | - | 70 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 2-0 V-varen Nagasaki | 77' | 7.0 | 1 | - | 43 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 1-1 Shimizu S-pulse | ' | - | - | - | 90 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Sanfrecce Hiroshima 0-1 Avispa Fukuoka | 32' | 6.5 | - | 0 | 34 |
| Mar 27, 2026 | Vissel Kobe 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 24' | 6.7 | - | 0 | 76 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Shimizu S-pulse 3-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | 13' | 6.3 | - | 0 | 53 |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Nagoya Grampus 2-1 Sanfrecce Hiroshima | ' | - | - | - | 53 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
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M. Kato is establishing himself as a reliable Bronze tier squad_player for the club. Building his body of work with the calm demeanour of a recognised silver-tier veteran, he provides the essential stability that every dressing room needs. He embraces his role perfectly, proving that experience and a steady head are invaluable assets over the course of a gruelling campaign.
The hallmark of a proper professional is constant readiness. Across his single appearance this season, Kato has made sure his minutes count, notably finding the back of the net to trigger a genuine hot streak. His foundation on the pitch is built on pure grit; a standout Defense profile highlights his willingness to do the dirty work, track runners, and break up opposition play. Currently on an upward trajectory, he represents the kind of dependable depth that quietly wins football matches.