Who can forget the incredible, insane 2018 Asian Games final in Jakarta?

And, certainly, one cannot forget Kenta Tanaka’s star turn in that epic victory over Malaysia which ended 6-6 before Japan clinched the gold medal in the shootout.

Tanaka scored two in open play and duly converted his shootout attempt to play a critical role in Japan’s first-ever Asian Games title.

Tanaka supplements skill with speed and quick reflexes, is strong on tactics and is ready to take on responsibility.

His heroics didn’t go unnoticed and he was hired by HGC in the Dutch premier league.

Prior to this, he played for Minoshima Club in Japan’s domestic competitions.

The 33-year-old striker has made 154 appearances for his country and will be invaluable for Japan to make a strong impression in their own Games in Tokyo