Urawa Reds announced on July 10, 2026 that forward Sota Matsunaga (22) has completed a permanent transfer to Portugal’s UD Oliveirense. Born in Hyōgo Prefecture and having progressed through Shizuoka Gakuen and Ryutsu Keizai University, Matsunaga thanked Urawa fans and staff in the club statement and said he is determined to grow and show his best in a new environment. With limited playing time at the club, this overseas move offers him a valuable chance to gain experience and develop further—an encouraging, feel‑good update.