We are pleased to announce that Urawa Reds have confirmed that Sota Matsunaga from Ryukoku University will join the team as a new player for the 2026 season.

[Player name] Matsunaga Sota
[Date of birth] October 5, 2003 (22 years old)
[Birthplace] Hyogo Prefecture
[Height/Weight] 180cm/75kg
Position: Forward
[Soccer history] Nishinomiya SS → Gamba Osaka Kadoma → Shizuoka Gakuen High School → University of Distribution Economics

[Player Comments]
My name is Matsunaga Sota from Ryukoku University and I will be joining Urawa Reds from the 2026 season.
I am extremely happy to be able to begin my career as a professional soccer player, a dream I have had since I was a child, as a member of the prestigious Urawa Reds.
I will make full use of my strengths, which I developed at Shizuoka Gakuen High School - dribbling, ball touch and goal-scoring ability - to become a player who can captivate fans and supporters with my play and inspire children.
And above all, I will fight with all my heart and soul to contribute to Urawa Reds' victory.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to everyone who has been involved in my life so far, including my family, coaches, and teammates. I would appreciate your continued support.