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| | FIFA.com The Official web site of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association |
 | | Urawa Red Diamonds, Kashima Antlers, JEF United Ichihara Chiba along with Gamba Osaka were one point behind J-League leaders Cerezo Osaka as the nail biting began with the rising of the sun on 3 December. |
 | | Gamba's success, their first since the current J-league was born in 1993, was underpinned not only by the trio of Brazilian stars, J1 top scorer Araujo, Fernandinho, and captain Sidiclei, but also the power and leadership of Miyamoto and his fellow graduates of Gamba's youth programme. |
 | | Head coach Nishino, gushed with praise for his players for both their efforts exerted on the pitch and their unwavering loyalty to their distinctive style, showing what a magical combination attacking flair and investment in young talent can be. |
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