Takefusa Kubo

QUICK FACTS

• ·Born June 4, 2001 in Fujisawa, Kanagawa, Japan
• ·Spent formative years in FC Barcelona's La Masia academy from age 10
• ·Joined Real Sociedad on a permanent deal in 2023 after several loan spells
• ·Currently single — keeps personal life entirely private
• ·Known as 'Japan's Messi' for his dribbling and vision
• ·Wears No. 14 at Real Sociedad; No. 11 for Japan
• ·Speaks Spanish fluently — comfortable in Basque Country culture
• ·Japan national team captain and their most important creative player

Is Takefusa Kubo single, dating or married?

Takefusa Kubo is currently single, with no public relationship reported.

ABOUT

Takefusa Kubo is Japan's most technically gifted player and one of the most exciting young attackers in La Liga. Having spent years in Real Madrid's academy, he blossomed at Real Sociedad into one of European football's most creative and direct wingers. Known as 'Japan's Messi' for his dribbling ability and vision, Kubo is a generational talent who carries the hopes of Japanese football on his shoulders.

WORLD CUP 2026 OUTLOOK

Takefusa Kubo heads to the 2026 World Cup as Japan's captain and their most technically gifted player — and with expectations at an all-time high after Japan's stunning 2022 performances that saw them top a group containing Germany and Spain. Japan are now taken seriously as a legitimate World Cup contender in Asia, and Kubo's dribbling, creativity, and La Liga experience make him the player most likely to conjure the magical moments that could propel them deeper into the tournament. As the captain, he carries the weight of a football-obsessed nation on his shoulders — and seems to thrive under that pressure.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does Takefusa Kubo have a girlfriend?

Takefusa Kubo keeps his personal life entirely private. As of mid-2026, he has not publicly confirmed any romantic relationship.

How old is Kubo at the 2026 World Cup?

Takefusa Kubo will be 25 years old during the 2026 FIFA World Cup (born June 4, 2001). He turns 25 shortly before the tournament begins.

Why did Kubo leave Barcelona's academy?

Kubo joined FC Barcelona's La Masia academy at age 10 but was forced to leave in 2015 when FIFA issued a transfer ban to Barcelona for violating regulations around the international transfer of minors. He returned to Japan and later moved to Real Madrid's Castilla before establishing himself in Spain's top flight.

What is Kubo's Instagram?

His official Instagram handle is @takefusa.kubo.

Last verified: May 2026