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    Auckland FC are hoping the vast international experience of new Japanese signing Hiroki Sakai will rub off on the younger players ahead of the maiden A-League football season

    Auckland FC are hoping the vast international experience of new Japanese signing Hiroki Sakai will rub off on the younger players ahead of the maiden A-League football season


    The 34-year-old right back's their first overseas signing, having played 75 games for Japan.

    Coach Steve Corica outlines Sakai's credentials.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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