Eiji Kawashima

Japan · Goalkeeper · Gen 3 · Messi & Ronaldo · Peak 2010-2014

Agile, vocal keeper who guarded Japan's goal across several World Cups

62.6OVR#90 of 90 goalkeepers

Goalkeeping, outfield and career attributes, position-weighted. Ranked among goalkeepers.

Category averages

  • Goalkeeping75.4
  • Speed14.7
  • Shooting–
  • Passing–
  • Ball Control–
  • Movement14.6
  • Football IQ65.5
  • Defending Skill–
  • Physical64.7
  • Mental82.3
  • Career74.6

Top 10 attributes

  1. Reflexes91
  2. Reactions90
  3. Longevity90
  4. Diving86
  5. Determination86
  6. Durability86
  7. Leadership84
  8. One-on-Ones82
  9. Agility82
  10. Recovery82

All 73 attributes

Goalkeeping 75.4

  • Diving86
  • Handling76
  • Reflexes91
  • GK Positioning80
  • One-on-Ones82
  • Commanding Area66
  • Kicking70
  • Distribution66
  • Sweeping62

Speed 14.7

  • Top Speed42
  • Acceleration46
  • Dribbling Speed–
  • Top Speed with Ball–
  • Knock-on & Run–
  • Change of Pace–

Shooting –

  • Finishing–
  • Shot Power–
  • Long Shots–
  • Volleys–
  • Curve–
  • Penalties–
  • Heading–
  • Direct Free Kicks–
  • Shooting Creativity–
  • Acrobatics–

Passing –

  • Short Passing–
  • Long Passing–
  • Through Balls–
  • Crossing–
  • Link-up Play–
  • Vision–
  • Set-Piece Delivery–

Ball Control –

  • Dribbling–
  • Possession–
  • First Touch–
  • Skills & Tricks–
  • Weak Foot–
  • Press Resistance–

Movement 14.6

  • Off-the-Ball Movement–
  • Runs in Behind–
  • Attacking Positioning–
  • Anticipation73
  • Recovery Runs–

Football IQ 65.5

  • Decision Making76
  • Spatial Awareness76
  • Game Management74
  • Tactical Creativity36

Defending Skill –

  • Defensive Positioning–
  • Marking–
  • Interceptions–
  • Standing Tackle–
  • Sliding Tackle–
  • Offside Trap–

Physical 64.7

  • Strength68
  • Stamina72
  • Agility82
  • Balance72
  • Recovery82
  • Reactions90
  • Hold-up Play–
  • Aerial Duels68
  • Aggression48

Mental 82.3

  • Big-Game Temperament82
  • Leadership84
  • Selflessness82
  • Concentration80
  • Determination86
  • Tactical Discipline80

Career 74.6

  • Consistency78
  • Longevity90
  • Achievements49
  • Durability86
  • Loyalty70

Profile

Born
20 March 1983
Height
185 cm
Foot
Right
Career
2001–now
Prime
2010-2014

Club career

  • 2001–2003 Omiya Ardija
  • 2004–2006 Nagoya Grampus
  • 2007–2010 Kawasaki Frontale
  • 2010–2012 Lierse
  • 2012–2015 Standard Liège
  • 2015–2016 Dundee United
  • 2016–2018 Metz
  • 2018–2024 Strasbourg
  • 2024–now Júbilo Iwata

Honours

Continental title 1

2011 AFC Asian Cup

Trophy illustrations: Wikimedia Commons

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