3V3FOOTBALL
YASUHIRO NABETA

A pioneer of small-side football, and the first Japanese player to sign a professional contract in 3-a-side football. His technique and tactics in tight spaces in 3-a-side football are considered the best in Japan, and he is active in a wide range of fields. His activities extend beyond Japan to the world. As a player, he was the first Japanese to participate in the European Championship in Serbia, and subsequently competed in the prestigious "FIFA STREET 3V3" world tournament held in Austria. He also represented Japan in the ISFA 3V3 WORLD CUP held in Latvia and the 3V3 WORLD TOURNAMENT held in China. He also participated in the 2026 ISFA 3V3 WORLD CUP held in Utrecht, Netherlands, where he placed third. He continues to play 3-a-side football not only in Japan but also in Serbia, Italy, China, and around the world. Beyond his playing career, he appears at football events throughout Japan and around the world. Under the title "SMALL SIDE FOOTBALL CLINIC," they hold and perform events not only in Japan but also in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Nepal, teaching children soccer skills and the joy of the sport. They have collaborated with and befriended many former Japanese national soccer team players and other celebrities, and continue to expand their activities, including appearing as double guests at events.