Hiroki Sakai can also play as a Center Back. He has played as a right-back for most of his career, but has also played at left-back and in the center of defence. He is a strong and athletic player, with good pace and dribbling skills. He is also a good passer of the ball, and is able to play in a variety of formations.
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