INAC Leonessa Women

INAC Kobe(INAC神戸レオネッサ,Ainakku-Kōbe Reonessa) is a Japanese football club from Kobe, founded in 2001. INAC stands for International Athletic Club while Leonessa means Lioness in Italian.

In 2006 INAC Leonessa was promoted to the Nadeshiko.League, where it has played since 2020. In 2021 they are playing in WE League. The 2008 season marked a great leap for the team as it was the runner-up both in the Nadeshiko.League and the All Japan Women's Football Championship. 2010 saw INAC lift its first title as they beat Urawa Red Diamonds in the final of the All Japan Women's Football Championship through a penalty shootout, and in 2011, coinciding with the club's 10th anniversary, the team won the double Nadeshiko.League – All Japan Women's Football Championship.

Leonessa's 2011 squad included seven champions of the 2011 World Cup: Ayumi Kaihori, Yukari Kinga, Nahomi Kawasumi, Shinobu Ohno, Homare Sawa, Megumi Takase and Asuna Tanaka.

INAC Leonessa Women is a professional women's soccer team based in Nagoya, Japan. The team was founded in 2001 and has since become one of the top women's soccer teams in Japan. The team is known for its strong defensive play and skilled attacking players.

INAC Leonessa Women has won multiple championships in the Nadeshiko League, the top women's soccer league in Japan. The team has also had success in international competitions, including winning the AFC Women's Club Championship.

The team's colors are blue and white, and their mascot is a lioness named Leonessa. The team plays their home matches at the Kincho Stadium in Nagoya.

INAC Leonessa Women is known for their talented roster of players, including Japanese national team members and international stars. The team has a dedicated fan base and is considered a powerhouse in women's soccer in Japan.