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The 19-year-old struck twice in the first half to secure the three points for the Singapore side, giving them a perfect start in Group C ahead of their clash with Kelana United of Malaysia on Matchday Two.
Takeuchi opened the scoring in the 11th minute at the Hang Jebat Stadium, curling a free-kick into the net after being fouled on the edge of the area by Etihad’s Ghanaian defender Zakaria Takia.
“I was thinking about scoring a goal because we had to win in order to move on to the next stage,” said Takeuchi, who was part of the Urawa Reds side that lifted the Women’s Empowerment (WE) League title in the 2023-24 season.
Having joined Sailors alongside Japanese compatriots Miyu Inayama, Sakurako Ohashi, Eri Kitagawa and Riari Kitaoka, Takeuchi is relishing the chance to showcase her talent.
The Japanese players combined for the second goal in the 40th minute when Riari Kitaoka whipped in a precise cross from the left, with Takeuchi slotting home.
“I’m fortunate enough to be able to come to Singapore and I want to take this opportunity to let people know about Singaporean football.”
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