A relentless pursuit: Hiroaki realises his dream from NPL to A-League

Hiroaki Aoyama almost gave up his professional career, but Australia helped him reaffirm the joy of playing football again. This season, he has realised his dream of entering the A-League, signing a one year contract with Perth Glory.

Hiroaki Aoyama signed a one-year deal with Glory in July 2024. Credit: Perth Glory

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