In a qualifying match for the AFC Challenge League (the third tier of the Asian game) played this week, 38-year-old Japanese soccer veteran
Keisuke Honda
Helping the Bhutanese team
Paro FC
Successful advancement to the main round. Keisuke Honda made his debut as captain and played the full match to help Paro FC beat Nepal's Church Boys 2-1 to advance.
Paro FC officially announced the signing of Keisuke Honda at the end of last month, with the Japanese soccer legend set to represent the team in the AFC Challenge League. Despite turning 38 years old, Keisuke Honda has shown great athleticism and leadership skills, leading Paro FC to key victories in the tournament.
Born in 1986, Keisuke Honda is one of the most influential midfielders in Japanese soccer history. He played for a number of clubs including AC Milan, Nagoya Whale Eight, CSKA Moscow, Vitesse and was a core member of the Japanese national team that participated in three World Cups and left a lasting mark.
By joining Paro FC this time, Keisuke Honda not only injects a wealth of experience and technical and tactical literacy into the team, but also brings valuable international experience to the development of Bhutanese soccer. Fans are looking forward to his continued success for Paro FC in the upcoming matches.