Keisuke Honda's Dual Dream: From Football Legend to Venture Investor

Keisuke Honda, a celebrated Japanese footballer, believes Japan can win the next World Cup. Speaking at a forum in Hong Kong, Honda expressed aspirations to excel as a venture investor and coach. Japan's previous World Cup performance and Honda's broad experience fuel his ambitions in sports and business.

Keisuke Honda, one of Japan's most renowned football stars, has expressed confidence in his country's potential to win the World Cup next year. Speaking at the AVCJ Private Equity Forum in Hong Kong, Honda highlighted Japan's capabilities, recalling their successes at previous World Cups, including notable victories against Spain and Germany.

Honda, who earned 90 caps and played in three World Cups, is now channeling his focus into venture capital. As a co-founder of a Japan-focused venture capital firm, he is eager to contribute to both the business and sports worlds, aiming to be both a leading investor and a world-class coach.

The former AC Milan player reiterated his dual aspirations, stating his interest in coaching Japan's national team to world victory. Despite shifting his professional path, Honda remains committed to his football roots, with ambitions of worldwide recognition as a coach.

(With inputs from agencies.)