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Biography · Japanese association football player and manager

Masashi Watanabe

1936 · 1995

Years lived
59
Photos
18

Born

January 11, 1936

Hiroshima, Japan

Died

December 7, 1995

Chiba, Japan

Known for

Japanese association football player and manager

Masashi Watanabe (1936–1995) was Japan best known for Japanese association football player and manager.

Masashi Watanabe (January 11, 1936 – December 7, 1995) was a Japanese association football player and manager. He led Japan to a bronze medal at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics as a player. Later, he managed the national team before illness cut short his tenure.

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  • When did Masashi Watanabe die?

    Masashi Watanabe died on December 7, 1995 in Chiba, Japan, at the age of 59.

  • Where was Masashi Watanabe born?

    Masashi Watanabe was born in Hiroshima, Japan on January 11, 1936.

  • What is Masashi Watanabe best known for?

    Masashi Watanabe is best known for Japanese association football player and manager.

  • How old was Masashi Watanabe when they died?

    Masashi Watanabe was 59 years old at the time of death.

  • What nationality was Masashi Watanabe?

    Masashi Watanabe was from Japan.

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