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Japanese defender joins Birkirkara women’s team

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Gianluca Lia
January 12, 2024

Maltese champions face Mġarr United in Friday night’s kick-off.

Birkirkara women’s team have signed Japanese player Nanako Kobayashi until the end of the season.

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Kobayashi, 26, is reported to have an option to extend her stay at the Maltese club for another year as well.

The Japanese player is described as a versatile player as she can be used both as a defender and as a midfielder.

Led by coach Jose Borg, Birkirkara lead the Assikura Women’s League ahead of their second round finale against Mġarr United on Friday night.

Gianluca Lia

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