Jackson John Manuel (born 24 February 2003) is a professional New Zealand

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who plays as a

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for Northern League club

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Career

Manuel was first called up to the Wellington Phoenix first team in December 2021, but did not appear for the club until 19 March 2022, making his debut in a 4–0 loss to

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Personal life

Manuel is of

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and

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descent.

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Jackson Manuel profile
Living people 2003 births New Zealand men's association footballers Men's association football midfielders Wellington Phoenix FC players North Wellington AFC players New Zealand people of Spanish descent Ngāti Porou people 21st-century New Zealand sportsmen New Zealand National League players Auckland City FC players {{NewZealand-footy-bio-stub