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Naomichi Ueda

Defender #55
Age 31 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €1M

Career

No transfer history

Naomichi Ueda is Kashima Antlers' gold-tier engine. He spent years navigating the pitches of Nîmes Olympique and Cercle Brugge before making his return to Japan. Now, he brings an infectious, relentless energy to every match. He serves as a vital cog in the tactical machine, grinding down opponents with pure physicality and grit.

The underlying metrics paint a picture of a player who leaves absolutely everything out on the pitch. He has racked up 824 minutes across nine appearances, cementing his status as a certified SQUAD PLAYER. He consistently puts in a shift when called upon, acting as a reliable option whenever the tactical setup demands maximum effort. While his primary job is to keep the team ticking, he carries a surprising threat going forward. His standout Shooting dimension highlights a truly clinical edge, proving he can strike cleanly when the opportunity arises. One crucial goal over his outings confirms this attacking upside. He is undeniably hitting top form, turning his immense stamina into tangible results and dragging his teammates forward.

This rich vein of form continues to generate upward momentum in his valuation. His market value sits confidently at €1M and points toward a rising trend. He remains a crucial asset for his club as they navigate high-stakes fixtures.

Player Rating

Naomichi Ueda
69
Rating
30
slump
Form
⚡ Skills 58
🎯 Clutch 67
🎨 Style 50
📊 Ability 58
💰 High Premium
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Defender

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Naomichi Ueda is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Kashima. Evidence: 9.0 Appearances.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A specialist who excels in Shooting (78/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.

Naomichi Ueda Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Defenders

Height 83%
Weight 76%
Experience 75%

vs J1 League

Height 86%
Weight 78%
Experience 75%

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 58 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 78 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 69 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 3 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 49 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 58
Shooting 78
Defense 69
Workrate 3
Passing 49
Key Strength 78 Shooting
Area to Watch 3 Workrate

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Naomichi Ueda this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
May 23, 2026 Kashima 1-0 FC Tokyo J1 League 94' 6.9 - - 43 Mercari Stadium
May 17, 2026 JEF United Chiba 0-2 Kashima J1 League 90' 7.2 - - 68 Fukuda Denshi Arena
May 10, 2026 Yokohama F. Marinos 1-1 Kashima J1 League 98' 7.7 - - 74 Nissan Stadium
May 06, 2026 Kashima 3-0 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 96' 7.6 - - 46 Mercari Stadium
May 03, 2026 Kashima 1-1 Machida Zelvia J1 League 97' 7.3 - - 73 Mercari Stadium
Apr 29, 2026 Tokyo Verdy 2-1 Kashima J1 League 90' 6.6 - 0 68 Ajinomoto Stadium
Apr 24, 2026 Kashiwa Reysol 0-1 Kashima J1 League 90' 8.0 - 0 49 Sankyo Frontier Kashiwa Stadium
Apr 18, 2026 Kashima 1-0 Urawa J1 League 95' 7.2 0 0 47 Mercari Stadium
Apr 12, 2026 Kawasaki Frontale 0-2 Kashima J1 League 95' 8.2 0 0 49 Kawasaki Todoroki Stadium
Apr 04, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 1-1 Kashima J1 League 90' 6.3 - 0 64 Best Denki Stadium
Mar 22, 2026 Kashima 2-1 JEF United Chiba J1 League 90' 7.2 1 0 46 Mercari Stadium
Mar 18, 2026 Machida Zelvia 0-3 Kashima J1 League 90' 7.6 0 0 42 National Olympic Stadium
Mar 14, 2026 Kashima 1-0 Kawasaki Frontale J1 League 90' 7.5 0 0 20 Mercari Stadium
Mar 07, 2026 Kashima 2-0 Tokyo Verdy J1 League 90' 7.7 0 0 40 Mercari Stadium
Feb 28, 2026 Urawa 2-3 Kashima J1 League 90' 6.9 0 0 93 Saitama Stadium

Player Market Value

Track Naomichi Ueda's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €1.2M
Peak Value €1.5M (Q3'19)
€1.5M €750K €0
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