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    Albirex Niigata

    MichaelJames

    Albirex Niigata
    • Albirex Niigata
    • #5
    • Defender
    • HT/WT
      6' 1", 181 lbs
    • Birthdate
      9/17/1988 (36)
    • Nationality
      Japan

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