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Soccer-Former Japan boss Aguirre takes charge of UAE club

DUBAI, June 19 (Reuters) - Javier Aguirre, who was fired by Japan in February because of his alleged involvement in a match-fixing investigation, has returned to management with United Arab Emirates club Al-Wahda.

The Mexican replaces Saudi Arabian Sami Al Jaber, whose contract was not renewed after the club's fourth-placed finish in the Arabian Gulf League last month.

"Aguirre has signed a one-year extendable contract," Al-Wahda board member Jamal Mohammed Al Hosani was quoted as saying by the National.

"The new coach is a great asset for the club as he has vast experience and a successful record as a coach.