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Teen Sensation Kosugi Shines Despite Djurgården's Narrow Loss

5/10/2025

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In a thrilling Europa Conference League semifinal against Chelsea, 19-year-old Keita Kosugi stepped up as a right-back for Djurgården, filling in for the injured Adam Ståhl. Though the team faced a narrow 1-0 defeat, Kosugi beamed with pride over the unwavering support from Japanese fans, aspiring to earn a spot on Japan's national team for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

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In a thrilling Europa Conference League semifinal against Chelsea, 19-year-old Keita Kosugi stepped up as a right-back for Djurgården, filling in for the injured Adam Ståhl. Though the team faced a narrow 1-0 defeat, Kosugi beamed with pride over the unwavering support from Japanese fans, aspiring to earn a spot on Japan's national team for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.