Hidemasa Morita is a Japanese defensive midfielder renowned for his exceptional defensive abilities. He first made a name for himself at Ryutsu Keizai University, where he led his team to an All-Japan Intercollegiate Championship victory in his senior year and was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player.
Morita began his professional career in 2018 with Kawasaki Frontale, making his debut in the Fuji Xerox Super Cup in February. He quickly secured a starting spot in the league from the 8th matchday onward, becoming a regular fixture in the lineup. In 2020, he served as vice-captain, contributing significantly to Kawasaki Frontale’s record-breaking league title, and was selected to the J.League Best XI for the first time.
In January 2021, Morita moved to Portuguese Primeira Liga side Santa Clara. He then transferred to the historic club Sporting CP for the 2022-23 season, becoming a key player and scoring 6 goals. He won the league title with Sporting in 2023-24, and in the 2024-25 season, he made 27 appearances, scoring 2 goals, and played a vital role in the team’s domestic double (league and cup).
Morita wears the No.5 jersey for Sporting CP. A Japan international, he is known for his defensive intelligence, ball-winning ability, and composure in midfield. In the 2025-26 season, he recorded 1 goal and 4 assists in 30 matches across all competitions, along with 3 yellow cards and no red cards.
As of the latest league standings, Sporting CP sits second in the Primeira Liga with 79 points (24 wins, 7 draws, 2 losses), while Porto leads with 85 points. In the scoring charts, Sporting’s Luis Suárez leads with 27 goals.