Thai football feels like it’s entering a new era right now. From inside the dressing room, what’s something people outside the game still don’t understand about the women’s scene in Thailand? I’m still relatively new to the women’s football scene in Thailand, but one thing people outside the game may not fully appreciate is how […]
Before the ‘Offside Wife’ handle took over, who were you? Tell us your real name, where you call home, and what the ‘9-to-5’ looked like before you traded the office for the terraces? Before Offside Wife, I was Carmen Lee — a full-time marketeer that most people around me knew as “the adidas girl.” I’m […]
To start us off, Nasha, could you introduce yourself to those who are just meeting you? Tell us a bit about your roots and the journey that led you to where you are today. My name is Nasha Abdul Wahab, I’m 14 years old, and I live in Brussels, Belgium. I’m Italian on my mother’s […]
In the world of professional football, “the dream” is often sold as a montage of highlights and trophies. But for Danelle Tan, the dream is a technical, often grueling process of trial and error. From the sweltering pitches of Singapore to the tactical classrooms of Germany and Japan, Danelle has spent her young career navigating […]
When you look back at your early years, what first made you fall in love with football, andwhen did you feel that this game could truly become your life? Football started as something fun for me when I was young. I enjoyed playing freely, without pressure, just because I loved the game. As I grew […]
Before your senior debut against Hong Kong, did you feel more excitement or fear and was there a moment where the weight of the shirt really hit you emotionally? Before making my senior debut, I felt a lot more excitement than fear, but there was definitely a strong sense of responsibility that came with it. […]
Let’s start with your story. You’ve done so many things from reporting to emceeing to being an influencer. How did football come into the picture for you? It all began years ago when I was working as a sports journalist. I covered a lot of local football and was amazed by how professional everything felt, […]
Hi Cheryl! Before we dive in, could you tell us a bit more about yourself and your journey so far? Hi! My name is Cheryl Lynn Pereira and I’m from the Portuguese Settlement in Melaka. I completed my Bachelor of Physiotherapy and started off as an intern with Kuala Lumpur City FC and Axis Physiotherapy. […]
Mayu, can you tell us about your early days in Japan? How did football become such a big part of your life? (Were you kicking a ball around since kindergarten, or did your love for the game come later?) My dad used to play football, so I started kicking a ball around when I was […]
Vicky, for those who might not know you well yet — how would you describe yourself in three words, both as a player and as a person? I’d say straightforward, passionate, and perseverant. I know some people might think I come offas a bit intimidating at first glance, maybe it’s my game face or just […]