Satoru Kobayashi (footballer)
Satoru Kobayashi is a former Japanese football player.Playing career
Kobayashi was born in Gunma Prefecture on August 26, 1973. After graduating from high school, he joined Japan Football League club NTT Kanto in 1992. Although he could hardly play in the match until 1993, he played many matches from 1994. In 1999, he moved to newly was promoted to J2 League club, Sagan Tosu. He played many matches as side back and side midfielder in 2 seasons until 2000. In May 2001, he joined J2 club Albirex Niigata. Although he could not play many matches in 2001, he became a regular player as right side back in 2002. He retired end of 2002 season.