Football: Suzuki becomes 1st Japanese goalkeeper to play in Premier League

Zion Suzuki became the first Japanese goalkeeper to play in England's top-flight Monday as he made his Premier League debut for Aston Villa in a 1-0 loss to defending champions Arsenal.The 24-year-old Samurai Blue keeper started the first home game of the season at Villa Park less than two weeks after transferring from Italian side Parma."I want to adapt to the intensity and pace (of the league) so I can contribute to the team," Suzuki said following the match.After a scoreless first half, the new signing conceded in the 59th minute on Bukayo Saka's close-range effort.The debutant goalkeepe…READ FULL ARTICLE