Albirex Niigata
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- Japan J-League 213 Japan J2-League 210 Japan J-League Cup 46 Japan Cup 11 Japan FA Cup 11
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| Japan FA Cup | 07/16 10:00 | 9 |
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| Japan J-League | 07/20 10:00 | 24 |
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Sanfrecce Hiroshima
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| Japan J-League | 08/11 10:00 | 25 |
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| Japan J-League | 08/16 10:00 | 26 |
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Kawasaki Frontale
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| Japan J-League | 08/23 10:00 | 27 |
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Kashima Antlers
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| Japan J-League | 08/31 10:00 | 28 |
Urawa Red Diamonds
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| Japan J-League | 09/13 09:00 | 29 |
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Shimizu S-Pulse
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| Japan J-League | 09/20 09:00 | 30 |
Yokohama FC
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| Japan J-League | 09/23 09:00 | 31 |
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Nagoya Grampus
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| Japan J-League | 09/27 09:00 | 32 |
Gamba Osaka
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| Japan J-League | 10/04 09:00 | 33 |
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Fagiano Okayama
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| Japan J-League | 10/18 09:00 | 34 |
Tokyo Verdy
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| Japan J-League | 10/25 09:00 | 35 |
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| Japan J-League | 11/08 09:00 | 36 |
Shonan Bellmare
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| Japan J-League | 11/30 09:00 | 37 |
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Kashiwa Reysol
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| Japan J-League | 12/06 09:00 | 38 |
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Wikipedia - Albirex Niigata
Albirex Niigata (アルビレックス新潟, Arubirekkusu Nīgata) is a professional football club based in Niigata, Japan. Formed in 1955 as Niigata Eleven SC, it was renamed Albireo Niigata FC in 1995, and Albirex Niigata in 1997. They currently play in J1 League after being promoted from J2 League as champions in 2022.
History
For many years it had been a local autonomous amateur club, Niigata 11, that could never hope to see the light of day in an old Japan Soccer League dominated almost entirely by company teams. The creation of the J. League spurred the club to rise, and in the 1990s it began climbing fast through the divisions.
In 1998, Albirex Niigata joined the Japan Football League, and was merged into the J2 League after its creation in 1999. The team gradually became competitive and in 2001 and 2002 it came close to getting promoted to J1 and in 2003, it became the champion of J2 and finally joined the top flight.
Name changed
The team name is made from combining the star Albireo of the constellation Cygnus (the Swan) and the Latin word Rex meaning 'king'. In 1997, due to copyright issues, the team name was changed from Albireo Niigata to the current Albirex Niigata.
Team name transition
- Niigata Eleven SC (Soccer Club) (1955)
- Albireo Niigata FC (1995)
- Albirex Niigata (1997)
The team's home matches are held at the Denka Big Swan Stadium, a modern facility that can accommodate over 40,000 spectators. The stadium creates an electric atmosphere on match days, with fans known for their enthusiastic support and vibrant displays.
Albirex Niigata has a reputation for developing young talent, often promoting players from their youth academy to the first team. The club emphasizes a style of play that combines technical skill with tactical discipline, making them a competitive force in Japanese soccer.
Over the years, Albirex Niigata has achieved notable successes, including promotions to the J1 League and participation in various domestic cup competitions. The team's commitment to excellence, community engagement, and youth development continues to shape its identity as a prominent club in Japanese football.