is a Japanese footballer who play as a defender or midfielder and currently play for Kochi United.
Early life Matsumoto is a native of Osaka, Japan. He started playing football in kindergarten.
Youth career As a junior high student, Matsumoto joined the youth academy of Japanese side Cerezo Osaka, where he was teammates with future Japan internationals Yoichiro Kakitani and Yusuke Maruhashi, before joining the youth academy of rivals Gamba Osaka.
Senior career In 2019, Matsumoto signed for New Caledonian side Hienghène Sport, where he played in the 2019 FIFA Club World Cup. In 2020, he signed for New Zealand side Auckland City after he undergoing eye surgery due to an accident.
On 5 January 2025, Matsumoto signed with J3 promoted club, Kochi United for 2025 season.
Style of play Matsumoto mainly operates as a defender or midfielder.
Personal life Matsumoto is the son of Kimie Matsumoto, a nutritionist, and Toshihiro Matsumoto, a home renovator.
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