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YŪICHI HIRANO

Yūichi Hirano has built a solid career as a reliable central midfielder in Japan’s professional leagues. He has experience in both the J2 and J1 tiers and has contributed to top-flight teams in competitive campaigns. His AFC Champions League title with Urawa Reds stands out as a major achievement.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Yūichi Hirano (平野 佑一)
  • Date of Birth: 11 March 1996
  • Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan
  • Height: ~1.74 m (174 cm)
  • Preferred Foot: Right
  • Nationality: Japanese

Playing Profile

  • Position: Central Midfielder (CM)
  • Secondary Role: Defensive Midfielder (DM)
  • Style: Midfield anchor and linking player with tactical discipline and work rate typical of Japanese midfielders.

Club Career

Youth Development

  • Kinder Yoshimitsu SC (Youth)
  • Tokyo Verdy 1969 (Junior Youth)
  • Kokugakuin University Kugayama High School (Youth)
  • Kokushikan University (College)

Senior Career

YEARSCLUBLEAGUEAPPEARANCES (LEAGUE)GOALS
2018–2021Mito HollyHockJ2 League681
2021–2023Urawa Red DiamondsJ1 League290
2024–2025Cerezo OsakaJ1 League10+0
2026Negeri Sembilan FCMalaysia Super League--

Career Notes:

  • Hirano began his professional career with Mito HollyHock in the J2 League after graduating from Kokushikan University.
  • He signed with Urawa Red Diamonds in August 2021, gaining top-flight experience in Japan’s J1 League.
  • In January 2024, he moved to Cerezo Osaka in the J1 League.
  • His contract with Cerezo Osaka expired at the end of the 2025 season, and he became a free agent in early 2026.

Performance Statistics

  • Total Senior League Appearances: ~107+
  • Total League Goals: ~1+
  • Additional Matches: Includes Japanese Cup matches, League Cup fixtures, and continental competitions like the AFC Champions League.

(Exact match counts may vary slightly by competition and source.)

Honours & Achievements

With Urawa Red Diamonds:

  • Japanese Super Cup: 2022
  • AFC Champions League: 2022 (club’s continental title)

These are among the high points of his club career to date.

Player Profile Summary

ATTRIBUTEDETAIL
Name:Yūichi Hirano (平野 佑一)
DOB:11 Mar 1996
Birthplace:Tokyo, Japan
Height:~1.74 m
Preferred Foot:Right
Position:Central Midfielder (CM/DM)
League Appearances:~107+
Senior Goals:~1+
Honours:Japanese Super Cup (2022), AFC Champions League (2022)

MUHAMMAD AMIRUL ADLI BIN AZMI

Amirul Adli is one of Singapore’s most experienced defenders of his generation. His leadership and defensive versatility make him a fixture in both club and national team setups.

At 30, he continues to combine experience with consistent performance, contributing both in domestic leagues and international competitions. If he maintains his form, he could extend his international service into Singapore’s next cycle of AFF Championships and Asian Cup qualifying campaigns.

Personal Information

  • Full Name: Muhammad Amirul Adli bin Azmi
  • Date of Birth: 13 January 1996
  • Place of Birth: Singapore
  • Nationality: Singaporean
  • Height: ~1.81 m (5′11″)
  • Preferred Foot: Right

Playing Profile

  • Primary Position: Defender (Full‑Back / Centre‑Back)
  • Secondary Positions: Left‑Back, Centre‑Back (versatile back‑line roles)
  • Current Club: Negeri Sembilan FC (On loan)
  • Club Number: 15

Club Career

Youth Career

  • National Football Academy (Singapore): Developed through the national youth system before turning professional.

Senior Career

YEARSCLUBLEAGUEAPPEARANCESGOALS
2014–2017Young LionsSingapore Premier League861
2018–2020Tampines RoversSingapore Premier League827
2021–2022Lion City SailorsSingapore Premier League420
2023Geylang InternationalSingapore Premier League181
2024–2025Tampines RoversSingapore Premier League422

*Career league statistics up to October 2025 (updated figures may vary with ongoing competitions).

Career Notes:

  • Young Lions: Made his professional debut in 2014 after graduating from the National Football Academy; established as a regular defender in Singapore’s top flight.
  • Tampines Rovers (1st Spell): Key performer in defense and contributed to cup success; helped win Singapore Cup (2019) and Singapore Community Shield (2020).
  • Lion City Sailors: Played in a title‑winning season, securing the 2021 Singapore Premier League and 2022 Singapore Community Shield.
  • Geylang International: Spent the 2023 season with consistent starts and netted a goal against former club Young Lions.
  • Return to Tampines Rovers: Rejoined in January 2024 to continue in the Singapore Premier League.

International Career

Singapore National Team

  • Senior Debut: 6 September 2014 vs Papua New Guinea (friendly)
  • National Caps: ~40+ appearances for Singapore (as of late 2025)
  • International Goals: 1 (scored vs Maldives, 5 June 2025)
  • Major Tournaments: Featured in AFF Championship tournaments (2014, 2018, 2020, 2022) and AFC qualification matches.

He was the youngest player in Singapore’s 2014 AFF Championship squad, debuting at 18 years old, and has remained a regular candidate for national selection since.

Honours & Achievements

Club Honours

Tampines Rovers

  • Singapore Cup: 2019
  • Singapore Community Shield: 2020, 2025

Lion City Sailors

  • Singapore Premier League: 2021
  • Singapore Community Shield: 2022

Style of Play

  • A defensive stalwart capable of playing across the back line — comfortable as a full‑back or centre‑back.
  • Known for tactical discipline, defensive awareness, and positional versatility, contributing to both defensive stability and forward support from wide positions.

Career Summary

ATTRIBUTEDETAIL
Full NameMuhammad Amirul Adli bin Azmi
Date of Birth13 Jan 1996
NationalitySingaporean
Height~1.81 m
Preferred FootRight
Primary PositionDefender (FB/CB)
Current ClubNegeri Sembilan FC
Singapore Caps / Goals~40 / 1
Total Senior Club Apps250+ (across competitions)
Major HonoursLeague & Cup titles with Singapore clubs