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Naomichi Ueda

Defender #55
Age 31 years
Nationality Japan
Market Value €1.2M

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
Defender
Relentless engine hitting top form

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

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 81%
Weight 72%
Experience 73%

vs J1 League

Height 84%
Weight 76%
Experience 73%

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 27 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 5 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 59 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 19 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 43 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 27
Shooting 5
Defense 59
Workrate 19
Passing 43
Key Strength 59 Defense
Area to Watch 5 Shooting

Match Stats

Recent appearances across all competitions

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
Oct 17, 2026 Kashima 2-0 V-varen Nagasaki J1 League 90' 7.3 0 0 41 Mercari Stadium
Oct 13, 2026 Công An Nhân Dân 0-1 Kashima AFC Champions League Elite 90' 7.5 0 0 32 Hang Day Stadium
Oct 09, 2026 Kashima 2-0 Gamba Osaka J1 League 90' 7.4 0 0 36 Mercari Stadium
Sep 19, 2026 Kawasaki Frontale 3-3 Kashima J1 League 90' 6.6 0 0 100 Uvance Todoroki Stadium by Fujitsu
Sep 15, 2026 Kashima 7-1 Newcastle Jets AFC Champions League Elite 92' 7.2 0 0 72 Kashima Soccer Stadium
Sep 11, 2026 Vissel Kobe 2-1 Kashima J1 League 90' 6.7 0 0 84 Noevir Stadium Kobe
Sep 06, 2026 Kashima 0-1 Urawa J1 League 90' 6.2 0 0 53 Kashima Soccer Stadium
Sep 02, 2026 Mito Hollyhock 4-2 Kashima J1 League 45' 6.3 0 0 98 Mito Shinkin Bank Stadium
Aug 29, 2026 Tokyo Verdy 0-2 Kashima J1 League 90' 8.1 0 1 45 Ajinomoto Stadium
Aug 22, 2026 Kashima 3-2 Avispa Fukuoka J1 League 92' 6.5 0 0 76 Mercari Stadium
Aug 15, 2026 Kashima 2-1 Nagoya Grampus J1 League 99' 6.3 0 0 44 Mercari Stadium
Aug 07, 2026 Yokohama F. Marinos 3-4 Kashima J1 League 107' 6.9 0 0 96 New National Stadium
Jun 06, 2026 Kashima 2-0 Vissel Kobe J1 League 93' 7.2 0 0 52 Mercari Stadium
May 30, 2026 Vissel Kobe 5-0 Kashima J1 League 96' 5.2 0 0 90 Noevir Stadium
May 23, 2026 Kashima 1-0 FC Tokyo J1 League 94' 6.9 0 0 43 Mercari Stadium
May 17, 2026 JEF United Chiba 0-2 Kashima J1 League 90' 7.2 0 0 68 Fukuda Denshi Arena
May 10, 2026 Yokohama F. Marinos 1-1 Kashima J1 League 98' 7.7 0 0 74 Nissan Stadium
May 06, 2026 Kashima 3-0 Mito Hollyhock J1 League 96' 7.6 0 0 46 Mercari Stadium
May 03, 2026 Kashima 1-1 Machida Zelvia J1 League 97' 7.3 0 0 73 Mercari Stadium
Apr 29, 2026 Tokyo Verdy 2-1 Kashima J1 League 90' 6.6 0 0 68 Ajinomoto 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
Q3'13 Q1'14 Q1'15 Q3'15 Q1'16 Q1'17 Q1'18 Q4'18 Q2'19 Q3'19 Q4'19 Q1'20 Q2'20 Q4'20 Q2'21 Q4'21 Q2'22 Q4'22 Q2'23 Q1'24 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25

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