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Young left wingback continues adjustment on and off the pitch.
Danny Michati took another step in his new journey this week, making his first appearance for Stockholm’s academy in a 1-1 draw. The former Schalke youth player earned a 6.8 rating for the game, a solid, but unspectacular performance — exactly the kind of steady start coaches had hoped for.
“It was important just to get him out there,” one academy coach said. “Danny kept things simple, defended well, passed it around. For a first game, that’s a good foundation.”
Since moving from Germany earlier this year, Michati has been working to adapt not only to a new footballing environment but also to a new league. Those around him say he has handled the transition with maturity. He has made an effort to bond with teammates and immerse himself in the routines of academy life, something staff believe will pay dividends on the pitch.
“Danny’s fitting in quickly,” another coach commented. “You can see he’s comfortable with the group, and that helps his performances.”
The draw may not have been a standout moment, but it marked the beginning of what Michati hopes will be a long chapter in Sweden. For now, his focus is on settling in, learning, and playing as much football as possible.
“It felt good to finally play in Stockholm,” Michati said afterwards. “It’s a new start for me, and I just want to keep improving every day.”
Danny Michati took another step in his new journey this week, making his first appearance for Stockholm’s academy in a 1-1 draw. The former Schalke youth player earned a 6.8 rating for the game, a solid, but unspectacular performance — exactly the kind of steady start coaches had hoped for.
“It was important just to get him out there,” one academy coach said. “Danny kept things simple, defended well, passed it around. For a first game, that’s a good foundation.”
Since moving from Germany earlier this year, Michati has been working to adapt not only to a new footballing environment but also to a new league. Those around him say he has handled the transition with maturity. He has made an effort to bond with teammates and immerse himself in the routines of academy life, something staff believe will pay dividends on the pitch.
“Danny’s fitting in quickly,” another coach commented. “You can see he’s comfortable with the group, and that helps his performances.”
The draw may not have been a standout moment, but it marked the beginning of what Michati hopes will be a long chapter in Sweden. For now, his focus is on settling in, learning, and playing as much football as possible.
“It felt good to finally play in Stockholm,” Michati said afterwards. “It’s a new start for me, and I just want to keep improving every day.”
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