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City sign ‘technically-gifted’ Japanese midfielder Kira – The World Game
Melbourne City have bolstered their W-League title defence by signing Japan international Chinatsu Kira for the upcoming season.
An attacking midfielder, Kira has scored five goals in 12 internationals for Japan.
The 2014 Asian Cup winner joins City after a 10-year career at Japanese top flight club Urawa Reds.
“Australia was the first country I ever visited, and I still would consider it to be my favourite country – I’ve always wanted to come over here to play,” Kira said.
“Melbourne City has been a great story over the last few seasons and are a successful club that I really wanted to be a part of.
“This will be my first…
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