Kenji Cabrera She is a young pledge from FBC Melgar. Recently the Professional Football League – Perupraised the red-blacks together with three other athletes from different teams for his important performance best young players in League 1. It should be noted that Cabrera even joined Alianza Lima in the Minor Division, but they let him go and today he defends the colors of the Mistiano team.
How was the 2023 season for Kenji Cabrera?
After being hired by the FBC MelgarIn 2021, Kenji Cabrera gained great popularity among the red and black fans due to his good performances. The athlete had a good participation in 2022 when he took part in the Copa Sudamericana. Coach Pablo Lavallén, former Melgar coach, placed his trust in the young athlete.
Their most notable game was when they didn't “give up” against Inter de Porto Alegre and the Melgarians qualified for the semi-finals. Cabrera asked Lavallén directly that he wanted to take the first penalty of this crucial duel. In 2022, he played 20 games, scored one goal and provided two assists.
The situation changed in 2023 with the arrival of new coach Mariano Soso. Despite being benched in several Melgar games at the start of 2023, Kenji Cabrera performed well. He played 35 games: 12 in the Apertura, 18 in the Clausura and 5 in the Copa Libertadores.
Likewise, he scored two goals in 2023 (one in the Apertura and another in the Clausura). That last result against Cantolao was important.
According to the Transfermarkt platform, Kenji Cabrera has a contract with Melgar until 2024.
Who is Kenji Cabrera?
Kenji Cabrera is a 20-year-old attacking midfielder born on January 27, 2003 in Shiga, Japan. He trained with the Esther Grande de Bentín club and came through the youth ranks of Alianza Lima. He was signed by FBC Melgar in 2021. He was a trend in 2022 as he was the first player to score the penalty for Sudamericana in the decisive series against Inter. His courage and bravery stand out.
Which players are nominated as the best young player in League 1?
According to the Professional Football League, the finalists for the best young player in League 1 are:
- Joao Grimaldo (Sporting Cristal)
- Kenyan Cabrera (FBC News)
- Fabrizio Roca (Sport Boys)
- Diego Enriquez (Binational).
Nominated for best young player. Photo: League 1