Nanako Sasaki

Nanako Sasaki (born 16 March 1999) is a Japanese professional footballer who plays for Adelaide United in the A-League Women.

Early life and career
Sasaki came to Australia in 2021 with the primary intention of learning English to help fulfil her dream of becoming a Flight attendant with Qantas, her football career was seen as just a hobby.

Sasaki signed for Women's National Premier Leagues South Australia club Adelaide City where over a period of 4 seasons she won several team and individual honors. For the 2021 season she signed with cross-town club Adelaide Comets where she scored 4 goals throughout the season, which led to Adelaide United offering her a contract. After a successful opening season with Adelaide United, Sasaki was signed to a two-year extension.