Is Masato Kudō A-List?

NoC

No — Masato Kudō is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.

Ranking Timeline

2009D$0.01M

Professional Debut

Kudo starts his professional career.

2011C▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M

Breakthrough Season

Emerges as a key forward.

2016B▲$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M

Vancouver Whitecaps Move

Moves to MLS team Vancouver Whitecaps.

2017C▼$0.25M-$0.04999999999999999M

Injury Setback

Suffers a serious injury, affecting career.

2019C$0.4M+$0.15000000000000002M

Renofa Yamaguchi stint

Returns to Japan to play.

2022C$1M+$0.6M

Death at age 32

Kudo passes away at an early age

2026C$1M

Remembered Forward

Legacy remembered for goal-scoring ability.

Last updated: February 21, 2026