#5 Representing Your Nation

[Murtsi]

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SSL Career tasks #5 Representing your Nation

Oh man, this is definitely a proud moment, one that my mom and dad are definitely proud of, just judging by the 20 calls they have put in that I have not had time to answer, sorry guys! Well anyway, I would say that I am very much a proud Finn, have been since the day I was born basically. Back when I was racing, I would sing along with the national anthem every time they played it at the podium after a win for me (and let me tell you, there were a lot!). It is something that has always given me chills when I hear it and I want to hear more of it! Now on my second sport and a secret ambition of mine was always to get called up to the national team. Finland has never been really good at football, but recently we have definitely been improving, so there was some glimmer of hope and I feel that with my exceptional skills, I can definitely take us to the next level. My first national cap will be against Italy, which will be a big ask, but luckily we will be playing at home, so that will give us a big boost. Walking out into the National Stadium to 45 000 fans who are chanting our names, a sight to behold! The chance to put on the Finnish jersey and step out with the likes of Teemu Pukki will be something I think I will cherish for a long time. I think I will have to make sure that my parents and why not my whole family are able to get tickets for the game. This will be something that has not been done in the family before, so everyone should get a chance to participate. Really looking forward to the opportunity!

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[Squid]

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It was a beautiful sunny day in late May when the minor league championship was concluded. Marco was enjoying the life he has had in Auckland, playing for North Shore United for the past 3 seasons. Resting on the beach with some teammates and enjoying the great weather of New Zealand, a long week of celebrating their championship was finally concluded. Soaking in the wonderful weather, Marco had already heard from the management from his Major League squad Reykjavik United about getting called up for the next season and had been enjoying his last month in Auckland before having to uproot to the colder weather of Reykjavik, Iceland. It was shortly after grabbing lunch with his teammates where Marco could feel his phone buzzing in his pocket. Reaching into the pocket to check who was calling, the Left Back was surprised to see an international call coming in from Canada. Thinking it may be either a family member prank calling or maybe a fan who was able to access his number, he decided to answer it to humour them. Marco answered the call and stayed silent for the first few seconds to see if they would reveal who they were. He was extremely surprised to hear it was the coach for the Canadian National Team. Offering a position on the roster for the next international teammate, Marco quickly accepted the offer. The coach of the national team had a few words with him before the conversation ended. After the phone was hung up, Marco could hardly contain his excitement. "What a great offseason this has been!" he thought to himself. "Winning the Minor League with North shore, moving up to the Major League next season, and now playing for the Canadian National Team in the next tournament!" Marco really felt like his hard work has started to pay off and his news this offseason has definitely validated it in his eyes. Now the next goal for the Canadian Defender is to win for both of his new squads like he has with his North Shore teammates the past 3 seasons. (350 words)

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