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Axel Temataua Axel Temataua (born 29 August 1980) is a Tahitian footballer who plays for AS Manu-Ura, as a striker. Club career Temataua began his career with AS Manu-Ura, joining the club in 2003. International career On 10 May 2004, Temataua made his deb ...

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