Soccer
さっかー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Sales and Marketing Occupations
- Middle : Sales Clerks
- Minor : Supermarket Sales Clerks
Summary
A profession specializing in the globally popular ball sport where 11 players compete to score goals.
Description
Soccer players participate in 11-a-side soccer matches as team members, playing both offense and defense. Roles vary by position, including goalkeeper, defender, midfielder, and forward. They refine skills such as ball control, dribbling, passing, and shooting, while judgment based on match situations and teamwork with teammates are crucial. Careers are built through performance in professional leagues or national teams, and after retirement, many transition to roles like coach or commentator.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of professional leagues domestically and internationally, and the growth of women's soccer, diverse career opportunities are increasing.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Has a Challenging Spirit / High Concentration / Patient
Work Style
Club Affiliation / Club Employment / Free Agent / Overseas League / Training Camp
Career Path
Youth (Junior) Team → High School/University Soccer → Professional Club Player → National Team Player → Coach → Commentator
Required Skills
Ball Control / Conditioning / Dribbling / Passing / Positioning / Shooting / Tackling
Recommended Skills
Coaching / Game Vision / Mental Control / Positional Play Understanding
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because the ability to respond to opposing teams and tactical changes is necessary. |
| Communication Skills | Because instructions and communication during matches can determine victory or defeat. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because plays that break down the opponent's defense with flexible ideas are required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because stamina to run for over 90 minutes is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because immediate responses are needed for various situations that arise during matches. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because performance must be maintained under high-pressure situations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because coordination and cooperation among 11 players is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not specialized. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Football Association Certified A Grade Coach License
- Japan Football Association Certified B Grade Coach License
- Japan Football Association Certified C Grade Coach License
- Japan Football Association Certified S Grade Coach License
Aliases
- Football
- Soccer Player
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