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    Albirex Niigata

    MichaelJames

    Albirex Niigata
    • Albirex Niigata
    • #5
    • Defender
    • HT/WT
      1.85 m, 82 kg
    • Birthdate
      17/9/1988 (37)
    • Nationality
      Japan

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