World Cup 89 - Rosters Thread

[Chromatika]

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ROSTER FOR WORLD CUP 89 QUALIFYING

Kits Credit: Kirola, Logo Credit: Vulpine Sportif

TEAM INFORMATION
World Ranking: 16
WC Record: 184-45-66 (wins/draws/losses), 669 scored, 397 conceded
Overall Record: 251-71-105 (wins/draws/losses), 938 scored, 609 conceded
Formation: 4-4-1-1/4-3-2-1
Style Modifier: +1.5
Denonym: Chromatik
Nickname: The Anomalies
Venue: Capitalizt Dome, Chromia, Capital District, Chromatika (144,000) and as listed

CURRENT TEAM INFORMATION

MANAGEMENT

MANAGER: Richard Valens, 48 WC Record: 32-7-10 Overall Record: 56-17-25 Debut Cycle: AOCAF 61
ASSISTANT MANAGER Tim Landers, 61 Debut Cycle: AOCAF 61
TEAM PHYSICIAN Zoe "Z" Benne, 40 Debut Cycle: 80
MEDIA RELATIONS COORDINATOR Shelby Arling, 25 Debut Cycle: 87

Kaia Larriet-Cortes - First Manager of Chromatika, martyred in the Rainbow Revolution
Lisa Amos - Most successful manager in Chromatik history and longtime Manager of Starling; currently with AFC Corvistone

This group of four people have really come together to make a positive impact on Chromatik footballing history. After the disaster of World Cup 85, Valens and Landers have led the Chromatiks to the World Cup Proper in consecutive campaigns, even getting the Chromatiks to the Round of Sixteen last two times, where they lost to eventual champions Nephara and Turori. Zoe "Z" Benne has been on the forefront of making sure that all the athletes are being taken care of, both physically and mentally, while the existence of Shelby Arling has taken the load of dealing with the press away from the other members of the staff. It is a unit that knows what each member is doing, which is why it works. Next step? Make it to the Round of Sixteen on a regular basis, and try to get to the Quarterfinals if at all possible.

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Records:
Italics indicate still active

Most Caps:
Keira Andisori - 182
Luuk Aart - 164
Rachel Hellion - 162
Erika Morningstar - 155
Kaytlyn Victoriane - 155
Meagan Kelly - 143
Alyss Montague - 130
Zlastica Ellen - 127
Gabriella Antonio - 125
Trenn Rien - 123
Sandra Sybill - 122
Lucjusz Stef - 121
Jazmin Dragana - 115
Enigma Armageddon - 111
Aysu Damjana - 111
Carrol Liam - 110
Henri de Aea - 105
Player with under 100 caps not listed

Most Appearances by a Manager:
Silian Parker - 168
Richard Valens - 98
Tim Landers - 98
Managers with under 80 appearances not listed

Most Goals:
Keira Andisori - 137
Kaytlyn Victoriane - 92
Olimpia Vidal - 51
Gabriella Antonio - 43
Ki Niro - 33
Rowena Sierra - 33
Trenn Rien - 30
Beaunia Andisori - 29
Rachel Hellion - 24
Alyss Montague - 23
Jazmin Dragana - 23
Vasily Marten Kuznetsov - 22
Miranda Gail - 22
Victorina Bird - 22
Meagan Kelly - 20
Players with under 20 goals not listed

Players

Goalkeepers
01. Juxon FILLAR
Age: 25 Team: Cazadores Cathair (Audioslavia) Height: 6 ft 1 in Caps: 30 Goals Allowed: 33 Debut: AOCAF 62
Juxon Fillar is the unquestioned #1 on the team after the last few World Cups; the fact that he is only twenty-five is a boon to the Chromatik team in general. Very good at set pieces and one-on-one scenarios, he's become better in transition and also become a leader in the locker room, being third choice for Captaincy. As the oldest of all four Fillars on the roster, he's the unquestionable leader out of this position and will be for many World Cups to come.
12. Ferret TIOUX
Age: 30 Team: Oakstone (Eura) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: 47 Goals Allowed: 74 Debut: WC 84
Ferret Tioux has great anticipation and reflexes, and his field vision has filled out quite a bit, leading to there being less breakaway chances allowed for opposing strikers to catch him flat-footed. He is thirty years old now, but shows no sign of slowing down. He is the bookworm of the bunch, leading the keepers in film study and in preparation. Though he knows that Juxon Fillar is the #1 keeper in the country, Tioux knows that his position on the team is secure, which allows him to be that elder figure. It says a lot for Chromatika's goalkeeping future that the eldest keeper on this roster is barely thirty.
23. Jacob DESCOMBES
Age: 28 Team: Metropolis Alligators (Valladares) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: 4 Goals Allowed: 4 Debut: WC 87
Jacob Descombes has come a long way from his days in the CCFA, earning his nickname as "Iceman" as someone who performs very well under pressure. He's expected to fill in as third choice keeper and spell the duo of Juxon and Ferret in at least four qualifying matches. Sporting a 1:1 ratio in games started to games allowed, Descombes is someone whose continued future on the squad brings much interest as a late bloomer.
34. Kathie BEGLEY
Age: 26 Team: Wirr Tsi (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 7 Goals Allowed: 3 Debut: AOCAF 63
Kathie Begley is the best keeper of the Chromatik Red League in the last three seasons, and a master at reading the flow of the game. She's been told that she should look at going abroad, but her love of Chromatik football in the Red League has kept her around. She has stated that this is a huge honor to be included in this squad after her previous caps have only come from regionals and the Eagle Cup. To see someone play as important of a position as keeper who started and continued their career in Chromatika is absolutely inspiring.
45. Van ENAX
Age: 21 Team: Workers Union (Eura) Height: 6 ft 7 in Caps: Uncapped Debut: AOCAF 63
One of the few who have taken the extreme route of heading out of Chromatika straight out of high school, Enax has been a prodigy of sorts when it comes to instinctive goalkeeping and having a finger on the flow of things. If there is someone who can be counted to supplant Juxon Fillar, Van Enax might be it, especially after leading the Men's Team to the Gold Medal Match and the U-21 squad to the Quarterfinals.

Right Backs
02. Kai XIAO
Age: 30 Team: Farrenton Athletic (Eura) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 68 Goals Scored: 1 Debut: WC 84
Kai Xiao won the competition for starting right back a few tournaments ago and is not letting it go. He's big though not particularly tall, and just physically imposing. He doesn't mind using that body of his, and he just has this relentless motor and aggression to him. He's been hardened into a hammer of a defender, one that the Chromatiks will wield happily. There is talk already about him being replaced for a season by De Saint Pierre before giving way to Grayson due to the Fillar's prominence, but Kai isn't done just yet, and nobody is dumb enough to challenge him for the spot when he's proven himself with tenacity, strength, and determination.
13. Victoire DE SAINT-PIERRE
Age: 28 Team: Royal Rumiatzi (Astograth) Height: 5 ft 11 in Caps: 21 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 86
An energizer bunny who is a bright spark both on and off the pitch, Victoire De Saint-Pierre is often times the life of the Chromatik locker room. Having a great repertoire with Xiao, the two are fast friends and teammates who can definitely tire out an attacker in ninety minutes - Xiao battering them down and then De Saint-Pierre smothering them at the end. She isn't a fan of attention, but has come to understand the cost of playing well. Now, she's being asked to do one more thing - help Grayson Fillar become the next real thing at Right Back by supplementing his kit with tenacity, patience, and most importantly, perseverance.
24. Grayson FILLAR
Age: 20 Team: 1830 Cathair (Audioslavia) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: 13 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 63
The long-term answer at Right Back for Chromatika; Second oldest by age but third in order of appearance to the national spotlight amongst the Fillar household, Grayson Fillar is a bullheaded, stubborn, physical right back will will outright impose his will on his opponents. Overshadowed by his younger sister, the electric Baillaire, Grayson was the one who actually chose to finish high school in Chromatika before making the move to 1830 Cathair. Though he says that he's proud of his sister (and he probably is), there is a deeply competitive streak in him that demands that he also make a name for himself atop Chromatika's slew of Fillars. On the pitch, he knows how to use his size to its utmost advantage, almost appearing larger than he is at times. He also understands the importance of momentum and tone, leading to his not being shy to commit a foul if one is needed. He still has a lot to learn, but has a bright future ahead of him, and possesses the most important thing: youth.
35. Dina CHAPMAN
Age: 29 Team: FK Torpedo Pawlograd (Savojarna) Height: 6 ft 4 in Caps: 21 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 61
A pacey Right Back who doesn't mind contributing to the attack by going up the field, Chapman's stock remains at an interesting precipice. On one hand, with the Chromatik game shifting more toward the Centre of the pitch, it makes sense to have defenders with ballhandling skills like Chapman; on the other, it becomes even more important than usual to know how to drop back on a dime and defend the counter. As her strength is on ball placement and knowing how to add two or three passes to the game that wouldn't have come from the backfield otherwise, she will likely be used as strategy seems fit; she does better with two Defensive Midfielders on the pitch at the same time rather than two Attacking Midfielders, for example. How Valens and Landers will use her unique set of skills remains one of the most intriguing things to watch this qualifying cycle.
46. Lina WATT
Age: 28 Team: Anomalies (Chromatika) Height: 5 ft 10 in Caps: 20 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 86
A well-rounded Right Back that just beat out Raul Vitan for the last spot, Watt is one of the longest tenured players in the Red League, with every season being with Anomalies Football Club no matter the result. Known as a self-made player that has really made it, Watt's play can be described as that of a sieve; not really being too good at one thing, but being decent at everything. She is really the player that can fit in any and every situation. Don't expect her to show up too often, but when she does, she'll do her part.

Center Backs
03. Henri DE AEA
Age: 29 Team: Spartangrad (Eura) Height: 6 ft 7 in Caps: 105 Goals Scored: 3 Debut: WC 80
Henri de Aea has eclipsed a hundred caps, and shows no signs of slowing down. Remaining at large as an aerial defender and a sure tackler, there are even brighter days ahead for the central defender, who is only in the prime of his career. Now in one of Eura's big clubs in Spartangrad, de Aea's career is one that shows just what can happen if someone takes risks. In his tenth World Cup as a member of the Anomalies, his legend as one of the best players to ever wear the checkered black and white continues to grow every time he steps onto the pitch. On this team, he's the defensive backbone who communicates with the defensive midfield to set up the Chromatik wall in front of Juxon Fillar. A master communicator and a decent tactician, de Aea is a irreplaceable piece of the squad.
04. Giles KEN
Age: 30 Team: Montreal Koreana (Quebec and Shingoryeo) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: 46 Goals Scored: 1 Debut: WC 84
Solid in the air, great intangibles, and paramount poise define Giles Ken's play for the Anomalies. Legend has it that his parents wrote his name backwards on his birth certificate, leading to him having a different last name than his parents. Whether this is an urban legend or not is still up for debate. Ken is also known for sticking to the Quebecois scene despite how the league is viewed internationally. Someone who has to do things his way no matter the cost, that kind of stubbornness even shows up on the pitch. How will he do next to de Aea? The pairing intrigues many a football fan.
14. Keira ANBIENT
Age: 26 Team: Kitara Athletic Association (Banija) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 16 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 63
Keira Anbient, no relation to Keira Andisori, is described as a pure willpower player first and foremost. She is neither the biggest player on the pitch, the fastest, nor the quickest to the ball; instead, she is just always around where the action is. Having joined Kitara Athletic Association and garnering valuable experience there, Anbient has only become better and better as she gets more used to different situations. Experience will be her best teacher, and as she continues to gain the opportunities in front of her, she'll only get better. She's already made it to be the second line of Center Backs, and there is no ceiling to her talent.
15. Damon INGRAM
Age: 26 Team: Avanaroch White Wings (Tikariot) Height: 6 ft 5 in Caps: 25 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 62
Damon Ingram's specialty is clearing headers. He knows how to mark, jump, and direct the ball away from goal. He's also as good at scoring, but hasn't had too many opportunities on the international stage. He can be a bit clumsy at times - leading to players going by him - but he makes up for it with length and with his play in set pieces. The way that he plays each ball to the conclusion - taking care of all deflections and the like - has earned him a spot on this roster. The second line is probably the best that he will be able to do, though, unless he goes through a resurgence in other areas of his game.
25. Cierra ANDERSON
Age: 33 Team: Vermillion Rage (Nephara) Height: 5 ft 4 in Caps: 65 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 79
How is a five foot four inch defender still playing at a national team level? Anderson is notable for two things - her ability to cross balls into open spaces in front of her teammates and her propensity to direct traffic. Though she doesn't win many physical battles and isn't very apt at dealing with corner kicks, she knows how to use her body well and knows how to get in her opponents' heads. Now relegated to the third pairing, Anderson knows that this is one of her last chances to be on the squad at all, and that she is mostly here to lead on and off the pitch and prepare the next generation of center backs.
26. Theodore RONDEAU
Age: 32 Team: Franscisca Orient (Brenecia) Height: 5 ft 9 in Caps: 28 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 84
Stocky, built, and mean, Rondeau is a player built like Kai Xiao or Grayson Fillar - to seek out contact, go through with it, and play on with the opponent on the dirt. As he's gotten older, he's gotten far more clever at the timing of his tackles, leading to avoiding fouls and conserving his body. When Chromatika needs that one tackle to right the ship and reset the mood, he can be counted on to make that move. Off the field, his philanthropic efforts in assisting Eyrods's green movement has definitely garnered some attention. Rondeau remains, at his core, a hard worker who sticks to his beliefs.
36. Nadezhda ODLING
Age: 29 Team: Réné Skaé (Farfadillis) Height: 6 ft 8 in Caps: 16 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 61
A spirited, regimented defender who does more off-contact than on, Odling is a unique breed of defender in Chromatik football. There aren't many who can make their opposition wish that they were getting tackled instead of just being hounded all the time. The worst part? She does it all while smiling at the opposition, as if to say that there isn't anything that she can do about it either as she keeps at them. Facing her is a psychological ordeal, and she's happy to remind everyone of it.
37. Cylie NODIS
Age: 20 Team: Alnio University of the Arts (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 4 in Caps: 5 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: CAFA 1
Once on the U-18 squad and now a Meerkat, Cylie Nodis's claim to fame is being perhaps the most offensive center back in Chromatik history. With a nose for the ball on every set piece, some deep crosses and the ability to thread the needle using either foot, it's been stated that she should change to a Defensive Midfielder at times. She's set in her ways, though, and insists she should play at fullback. (Un)fortunately, she's proficient enough that nobody can really force her to do anything otherwise.

Left Backs
05. Valence ILYA
Age: 33 Team: Northern Union (Brenecia) Height: 6 ft 5 in Caps: 88 Goals Scored: 1 Debut: WC 79
Valence Ilya is Mr. Consistent, possessing height, strength, and field vision. He remains tall, coachable, and an in-game leader who knows how to tackle, pace, communicate... you name it. He nears the end of his career as a starting Left Back on the squad, but remains as integral to the squad as ever. What Valence has that nobody else does is the longevity that only comes with age and tenure. As Severin Ilya before him, Valence has been a long term serving starter for the Anomalies, and the team wishes to see him off well.
16. Nina POMEROY
Age: 29 Team: Oakstone (Eura) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 18 Goals Scored: 1 Debut: AOCAF 61
Nina Pomeroy is an apt tackler who is more of a pure defender. She has the strength to take down anyone and the quickness to stick by anyone. A bit of a boring player, she just does her job without much complaint nor conversation. As she ages, she's become more and more known as a textbook tackler - or, in other words, what it looks like to properly take someone to the ground. Given this level of play, she'll be around for many cycles yet.
27. Derron NOCTURNE
Age: 30 Team: Jaglan Royals (Squornshelan Remnant States) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: 28 Goals Scored: 1 Debut: WC 84
Derron Nocturne has a tendency of just being at the right place at the right time. He's very good at reading the flow of the game, and then contributing to either the defense or the attack. This consistent nature has landed him on the roster once again.
38. Kandice SAYER
Age: 28 Team: Serrapince FC (Tumbra) Height: 6 ft 11 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
A late find, Kandice Sayer is a beanstalk of a shy yet hardworking player who really shone in Serrapince's title-winning season in Tumbra. She didn't show up on the Chromatik National Team's radar for a long time, but the way in which she really helped Serrapince's defense stay clean in front of Mora and company's attack has earned her this opportunity. Great job, Ms. Sayer, for turning your career around and getting recognized.
47. Ha'nei IGHV
Age: 24 Team: Pesfield Trees FC (Sylestone) Height: 6 ft 1 in Caps: 7 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 62
Ha'nei Ighv is really a midfielder moonlighting at left back with her shooting skills, but insists at playing so far back just to make things challenging. A bit of an insufferable know-it all with a good heart, she likes to pair with Cylie Nodis and create a high-pressing defensive line with the help of the central midfield. She's quite good at scoring a handful of goals every year, and can surprise everyone by the creativity in her play.

Right Midfielders/Right Wingers
06. Augustus HUMPHREYS Preferred: Winger
Age: 29 Team: AK Stanimir (Zeta Reka and Hugeltaldom) Height: 5 ft 11 in Caps: 21 Goals Scored: 4 Debut: AOCAF 61
The well-rounder that listens well, Humphreys is a speedy winger who relies on pace to set up others. In this new era of the Chromatik winger where they have to know how to play from the side and to the front in a 4-4-1-1 or more toward the front in a 4-3-2-1, he's the right player for the job to play the weak side. Playing opposite someone the caliber of Vasiliy Marten Kuznetsov is no easy task, but Humphreys has earned the job given his unselfish play and his ability to read the field on all situations. He won't get mentioned much, but he prefers it that way - out of sight, out of mind, not known by much but his teammates.
17. Orianne MARC Preferred: Winger
Age: 28 Team: Lhor (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 4 in Caps: 41 Goals Scored: 7 Debut: WC 85
Second in a bunch of players that don't mind not being in the spotlight, Marc is, in one word, selfless. Now, some selfless players go out of their way to avoid opportunities at all times and can actually be a detriment to the squad; Orianne Marc isn't that. Marc is someone who plays football like any other player; he just knows how to cede power whenever someone better suited to shooting comes by, whether it be an Attacking Midfielder, Left Winger, or Striker in Chromatika's new formations. After how the formation worked out in the CAFA, it makes sense to deploy players who know how to tactically take a step back for the greater whole.
28. Barrion WINGE Preferred: Winger
Age: 26 Team: Lhor (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 22 Goals Scored: 1 Debut: AOCAF 62
Barrion Winge fits the mold of the new Chromatik squad quite well - as he is a crosser first and a shooter second, preferring to be the one that leads up to the goal than taking the shots himself. When he needs to score, he prefers his right foot, and tends to go for balls that curve into the side netting. He is far better in his element when he's eating up space, creating pace, and contributing to the creativity of an attack. As Chromatika plays toward having a more of a shooter on the left wing, having someone like Winge is invaluable.
39. Emilie KREUTZBERG Preferred: Winger
Age: 20 Team: Z'ai'ai Institute of Technology (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
Recognizable due to a magnificent mane of red hair, Emilie Kruetzberg is a dynamic playmaker who burst into the scene last season for the Hellcats. She is a swarmer, endlessly trying to be around the ball on the attacking end to tire out the defender and take the shot. She can be a tad overaggressive at times - she led the CCFA in offside calls last season - but she scores or contributes to scoring chances enough times to make up for it. In the DBC, she proved herself to be someone who can step up and score when needed alongside the likes of Oveni and Edith Fillar - now, she'll have a chance in the big leagues.
48. Martha BAUM Preferred: Midfielder
Age: 19 Team: Z'ai'ai Institute of Technology (Chromatika) Height: 5 ft 9 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
Martha Baum has the entirety of the CCFA on notice to see where she'll go to, if she isn't whisked away abroad beforehand. She may be a bit short, but with precise passing skills and a flair of the dramatic, there's definitely potential there. She does prefer to be under the radar, though, which has been the only stumbling block on a promising early career. If she can get some confidence, though? Her stock would rise almost as fast as someone like Kuznetsov. Now that she's been recognized by the CFF, her days of being in the shadows are nearing its end - she just needs to grab the opportunity by the horns.

Left Midfielders/Left Wingers
10. Vasiliy Marten KUZNETSOV Preferred: Winger
Age: 26 Team: Kitara Athletic Association (Banija) Height: 6 ft 1 in Caps: 57 Goals Scored: 22 Debut: WC 85 VICE-CAPTAIN
Kuznetsov is a star in the making who can do it all - drop back and defend, counter, cross, and shoot from range. The sky is the limit for him, and after winning the Champions' League with Kitara AA, he is in his prime and rearing to go. A humble star who knows what he is worth, Kuznetsov only has one thing left to do on his list - take the Chromatik National Team to new heights. With the complete package, he remains the focal point of the Chromatik attack, and the forefront of the new school of Chromatik football where the Left Winger and the Attacking Midfielder take point over the Strikers.
21. Andréa CROIX-PIERRE Preferred: Winger
Age: 31 Team: Falourr (Eura) Height: 6 ft 7 in Caps: 56 Goals Scored: 12 Debut: WC 85
Andréa Croix-Pierre is an ambidextrous winger who can add creativity on a pinch. With a few inches on Kuznetsov, she can provide height on a pinch and score on headers off of corner kicks. Thankfully, she understand her position and isn't very egotistical about losing opportunities to Kuznetsov, understanding that she is the older sister figure for the group. In fact, Kuznetsov has credited her with improving his aerial game, even joking that he wishes that he had a few inches of her height.
32. Edith FILLAR Preferred: Winger
Age: 16 Team: Shamrock Cathair (Audioslavia) Height: 5 ft 7 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
The youngest of the Fillars, Edith is the next coming of Megan Kelly, or the Chromatik winger who's short but can run circles around would-be defenders and take over the game due to where she is on the pitch. She may not be the quickest off the ball, but she has the relentlessness that has been present on many great Chromatik wingers. With the mindset of a drill sergeant who is definitely the strictest on herself, Edith's career is just beginning. How is she so high up this list? She has the potential to rise through the ranks like Juxon and Baillaire before her. The day where all four Fillars are on the pitch at the same time is coming soon.
43. Miranda ANDERSON Preferred: Midfielder
Age: 22 Team: Vilharady Owls FC (Tikariot) Height: 6 ft Caps: 2 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 63
Miranda Andersen is ambidextrous winger/midfielder who has all the skills to be a great player but struggles with motivation and the killer instinct to properly take advantage. Her years in Tikariot have helped her a bit, but she's rather happy with deploying deep crosses and being an assist-focused player first. Anderson is the opposite of any of the other left wingers on the roster, but can be brought in when the focus shifts to the Attacking Midfielder position.
49. Helio HAMA Preferred: Midfielder
Age: 31 Team: Tihon (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 8 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
Welcome to the roster, Helio Hama! Years of crossing in deep balls for Tihon has paid off for Hama, who wasn't projected to be able to amount to anything a few years ago. He likely won't get too many starts, but the fact that Valens and Landers are bringing in stars from the Red League at all shows that they know how to tender to Chromatik fans.

Defensive/Attacking Midfielders
07. Enigma ARMAGEDDON Preferred: Defensive Midfielder
Age: 29 Team: Energija Chernovets (Siovanija and Teusland) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 111 Goals Scored: 17 Debut: WC 80 CAPTAIN
Leading the charge is the One-Eyed General, Enigma Armageddon, who is really thriving. He is the Captain and the leader of the squad, and respected amongst all. On the pitch, he marks, he directs, and he does well on one-on-one situations. His very presence makes a difference in the room, and the fact that he has been in pressure-pitched situations before grants this team some gravitas.
08. Kateryna ZUNIGA Preferred: Defensive Midfielder
Age: 28 Team: Sabrefell Moths (Nephara) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 43 Goals Scored: 2 Debut: WC 85
Kateryna Zuniga is the annoying man-to-man defender that one can never shake. One of the major players that caused the system shift to a more fluid central midfield, Zuniga is more than happy to see the opportunity to start more games, sometimes even alongside Armageddon. If Armageddon wasn't on this roster, Zuniga would be the #1 starter in a heartbeat. She isn't too mad about that - it's fun to play alongside greatness, after all.
09. Hermaeus MORA Preferred: Attacking Midfielder
Age: 31 Team: Serrapince FC (Tumbra) Height: 5 ft 10 in Caps: 97 Goals Scored: 15 Debut: WC 79
Hermaeus Mora always plays on the edge of overcommiting, and those that don't know how to meet him simply fold under pressure. He isn't in the new school of Attacking Midfielders, but he is very good at set pieces and scoring from range while directing traffic. After helping Serrapince FC to the Tumbran domestic title, he's ready for the start of the last hurrahs of his international career. It's all right - with Haley Hauser and Baillaire Fillar behind him, they'll be all right once he leaves. For now? It's time to get that 100th cap.
18. Haley HAUSER Preferred: Attacking Midfielder
Age: 26 Team: Spartangrad (Eura) Height: 6 ft 7 in Caps: 33 Goals Scored: 19 Debut: AOCAF 62
Haley Hauser is the shoot first, ask questions later attacking midfielder, scoring more than one goal every two appearances. Now playing for a strong Euran side in Spartangrad, Hauser will actually start alongside Mora when the Chromatika go for the two Attacking MIdfielders lineup. She now has the chance to thrive and be one of the biggest scoring threats on this roster alongside VMK.
19. Kaia LARRIET-CORTES Preferred: Defending Midfielder
Age: 21 Team: La Nueva Avenida (Farfadillis) Height: 6 ft 5 in Caps: 23 Goals Scored: 2 Debut: AOCAF 62
Kaia Larriet-Cortes is third in a line of very capable defensive midfielders behind Enigma Armageddon and Kateryna Zuniga. She grabs the attention due to her last name. Niece to the late Franscesca Larriet-Cortes, Chromatika's first Manager and martyr in the Rainbow Revolution, Kaia is an even-keeled Defensive Midfielder who is best described as a younger, female Enigma Armageddon. Both of them are imposing, both of them lead on the pitch, and both of them know how to contribute offensively when needed. Where Enigma commands attention by physical presence, hers is more subtle, being in all the right places at right times. She is often the visionary on the pitch.
20. Baillaire FILLAR Preferred: Attacking Midfielder
Age: 19 Team: 1830 Cathair (Audioslavia) Height: 6 ft 3 in Caps: 20 Goals Scored: 8 Debut: AOCAF 62
Baillaire Fillar is the flashiest of the Fillars. She subscribes to the Hermaeus Mora/Haley Hauser school of Attacking Midfielders, marrying both styles by shooting first and asking questions later while making deep runs into opposing territory. With a creative and dramatic flair that doesn't really exist in other Chromatiks from the past, Baillaire is a playmaker through and through. She's the reason why Chromatika is trying a new formation to field the combination of Kuznetsov, Hauser, and Baillaire Fillar in the next World Cup Qualifiers.
29. Mare SI Preferred: Defensive Midfielder
Age: 25 Team: Syneca AC (Squornshelan Remnant States) Height: 6 ft 1 in Caps: 6 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: AOCAF 63
Mare Si is easily the best complete center midfielder in CCFA history. She started off as a holding midfielder and then developed her shooting game to incorporate set pieces as well. The complete package, she'll play the defensive midfielder who has the capability to shoot if the opposition is caught napping. On the squad, she is known as the team's patient assassin, as her playmaking ability increases the longer the game goes.
30. Eli APT Preferred: Defensive Midfielder
Age: 25 Team: Columbia City (Tumbra) Height: 6 ft 5 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
An assist machine of a midfielder who doesn't shoot himself but is happy enough setting people up, Apt has been a bit of a find for Columbia City, helping the club achieve a modicum of success in Tumbra. Now, he's on this squad to play alongisde Si and either Fillar or Hauser as the situation warrants; his youth will serve him well as he takes advantage of this new opportunity.
31. Amélie JU Preferred: Defensive Midfielder
Age: 22 Team: Z'ai'ai Institute of Technology (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 1 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: CAFA 1
Amélie Ju is a stereotypical holding midfielder who's here to help substitute in when Kaia or Mare needs a breather. She's rather adapt at catching would-be-speedsters and corralling them away from goal. In very rare situations, she can come in to form a triangle of Defensive Midfielders with Kaia playing the more offensive spot; that would be the most defensive formation that the Chromatiks have to offer.
40. Alissar PHOEN Preferred: Attacking Midfielder
Age: 23 Team: Dynamo Sjoedrhavn (Savojarna) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 4 Goals Scored: 2 Debut: CAFA 1
Alissar Phoen's stock rose like a rocket with Chromia Central College University's latest run to their championship. An ambidextrous shooter who actually prefers range to up close, his creativity and dramatic scoring ability was what led the Comets to their fourth title in five seasons and helped him land a spot in Savojarna. Many are wondering if this can be replicated in the international scene; he got two goals in the CAFA and will have another shot here.
41. Tyoma LAURETTE Preferred: Attacking Midfielder
Age: 22 Team: Urrheddiao State University (Chromatika) Height: 6 ft 2 in Caps: 2 Goals Scored: 0 Debut: CAFA 1
Tyoma Laurette is a well-rounded Attacking Midfielder whose favorite thing to do is spin around people and leave them in the dust. The issue is that if they aren't fooled, he's probably done. Learning about patience has been the hardest thing for him. Best used in short spurts when the team needs that one chance to make all the difference.
42. Anderson PILL Preferred: Defensive Midfielder
Age: 25 Team: Pro Stampano (San Ortelio) Height: 6 ft 7 in Caps: Uncapped Goals Scored: 0 Debut: WC 89
Pill is a great distributor of the ball and rounds out this very young group that will continue to compete against each other in the cycles to come.

Strikers
11. Olimpia VIDAL
Age: 32 Team: Bastion (Eura) Height: 5 ft 5 in Caps: 86 Goals Scored: 51 Debut: WC 79
Olimpia Vidal is more of a pure scorer who prefers to be at the point of the attack. This doesn't really fit the current brand of Chromatik football, but he can be there to supplement what Vasiliy, Baillaire, and Hermaeus are doing. How does a player that is 5 ft 5 have 86 caps? Penetration, speed, and relentless swarming. Will this be the swan song of Vidal's stint starting for the Anomalies? It's likely, but it's a good ending to a great career for the Anomalies.
22. Alicia GAINSBOURG
Age: 29 Team: Molding (Græntfjall) Height: 6 ft 4 in Caps: 25 Goals Scored: 15 Debut: AOCAF 62
Alicia Gainsbourg has a good head and an even better left foot. She rose to prominence and went to Molding; it's been an interesting career in Græntfjall so far but her presence on the national team is a welcome one. She doesn't really fit the current Chromatik attacking model either, but can provide the creative spark that could be the edge that Chromatika needs to put games away against the opposition.
33. Ignace THIBODEAUX
Age: 29 Team: FC Rotmunde 1932 (Siovanija and Teusland) Height: 6 ft 8 in Caps: 24 Goals Scored: 9 Debut: AOCAF 61
Ignace Thibodeaux initiates contact to score, which makes sense as the first line of attack with the Attacking Midfielders and Left Winger coming behind him. His stock maintains at an even third on the team now that the shift has gone away from the Strikers, and he will be counted on to contribute when he starts. Expect a hungry Thibodeaux to continue putting his name on the list of major contributors on his losing battle to stay on the same level as Gainsbourg.
44. Paskal TOUSSAINT
Age: 26 Team: Miradela GD (Ko-oren) Height: 5 ft 11 in Caps: 22 Goals Scored: 4 Debut: AOCAF 62
Paskal Toussaint is a short-ranged one-on-one specialist who's mostly on this roster to be a supporting striker with the new philosophy. He'll spend most of the game trying to slip by unnoticed and be an outlet for the Attacking Midfielders or Wingers should they need it. This style of play fits him best, as he is on the smallish side and doesn't do the best when it comes to directly confronting the defense.
50. Karra OVENI
Age: 19 Team: Colonial Sile (Vilita) Height: 6 ft 5 in Caps: 11 Goals Scored: 2 Debut: AOCAF 63
Kara Oveni may be just nineteen, but she is a beast in stature and in playstyle. Possessing more of a big-play flair and the tendency to create chances on her own, she'll likely come in when the team uses two Defensive Midfielders and the team needs a striker who can handle themselves. Still developing that instinct at Colonial Sile, Oveni's career is just beginning. he can take over games by her persistent presence in front of the goal and her ability to work with other playmakers.

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STRATEGY

The Chromatik game now centers around the Central Midfielders, whether it be two Defensive Midfielders or two Attacking Midfielders. When there's two Defending Midfielders, the Wingers play a bit further up to assist the Attacking Midfielder and the Striker, while the Wingers/Midfielders play a bit further back when there are two Attacking Midfielders. Depending on the lineup, the Backs will shift between pure defenders and those that can contribute to the attack.

Valens and Landers are expected to give each player at least three appearances. Chromatika will go with giving each lineup a number of games in a row, and then seeing who's left on the schedule. Being so deep on every position also allows for change in lineup due to injuries or severe lack of form.

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SCHEDULE

MD 01: @ Srednjaci (117)
MD 02: vs. Agresos (310), @ Melbergia (228)
MD 03: @Talamia (106), vs. Darmen (48)
MD 04: @Schima Bas (UR), vs. Sylestone (65)
MD 05: @ Eura (23), vs. Lathamford (193)
MD 06: vs. Srednjaci (117), @ Agresos (310)
MD 07: vs. Melbergia (228), vs. Talamia (106)
MD 08: @ Darmen (48), vs. Schima Bas (UR)
MD 09: @ Sylestone (65), vs. Eura (23)
MD 10: @ Lathamford (193)

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HOSTING VENUES

Game 2 (vs. Agresos), Game 15 (vs. Schima Bas):
Venue: United Center, Urrheddiao, Urrhed Island (Cap. 120,000; 28,000 Seats)
Initially, United owners wanted the stadium to be right by the water. However, safety concerns over the huge tidal waves in the winter forced the stadium to be about fifteen miles off the coast. The stadium can be transformed into a place where a lot of the city can take shelter in in the event of a tsunami or a typhoon, as it sits at the highest point on the island. It isn’t the most appealing stadia, but it’s one that stands out in the town.

Game 5 (vs. Darmen), Game 17 (vs. Eura):
Venue: Capitalizt Dome, Chromia, Capital District (Cap. 144,000)
The crowning jewel of Chromatika, and the national stadium where international matches are usually held. It's your typical big-team stadium, home of the Chromatik Capitalizt. It is one of the few stadiums that are only used for football matches. The national collegiate finals and high school finals are held here, too. The home of the WC 88 Final.

Game 7 (vs. Sylestone), Game 13 (vs. Talamia):
Venue: Island Dome, Myana, Myana Island (Cap. 133,000; 35,000 Seats)
The Island Dome is located five miles from downtown Myana, towards the interior of the Island. It is in the shape of a boat to commemorate the naval forces, and there is a cannon that goes off every time the Islanders score a goal at home. For the World Cup, any goals will be celebrated by a cannon being fired.

Game 9 (vs. Lathamford), Game 12 (vs. Melbergia):
Venue: The Tidal Wave, Tihon, Urrhed Island (Cap. 95,210; 25,000 Seats)
The focal point of the town, the Tidal Wave is built on the high end of the island as to provide shelter against storms. There is a huge statue of a wave about to crash down outside the stadium that casts a shadow toward the entrance. The Wave provides a secondary center to the town away from the port and fish market.

Game 10 (vs. Srednjaci):
Venue: RCK Field, Alnio, Capital District (Cap. 100,400, 32,000 Seats)
RCK Field is a stereotypical football field in a nice stadium. The stadium surrounding the field has shopping malls built in it, and there is a huge food court as well. RCK stand for Richard Charles Klevion, a local statesperson who was instrumental in the founding of the city and it being recognized as a separate entity from Chromia.

[Vilita]

The Football Association of Vilita is based at the Tivali-Ring Stadium (87,000 Seating Capacity) in the capital city of Alikki-Corra, Vilita and many National Team training sessions take place on the grounds of the Tivali-Ring. The Tivali-Ring complex was constructed as part of the Vilitan bid to host the World Cup 14 Cup of Harmony as a replacement to the former National Stadium in Lopinka that was destroyed during a regional conflict. 'The Ring' has since hosted countless international matches including high profile matches such as the World Cup 31 Final and the 40th Series 'B' Champions Cup Final.

Despite being based at the Ring, The Football Association of Vilita regularly schedule matches at arenas throughout Vilita, especially bigger matches as many of the stadiums that host Stellar Division and UICA competition matches have expanded far beyond the 87,000 capacity of the National Stadium at Tivali-Ring, which is used only for the National Team, and, domestically for the Vilitan Cup Final and Tropical Trophy matchups. The Football Association typically releases a stadium schedule when applicable.

Head Coach: Cavuna Aquafek

Aquafek is a long time midfielder for the Turoki Tide where they have earned four Stellar Division Titles and a handful of Vilitan Cup and Tropical Trophy victories as well. Aquafek's longevity has set many records in Turoki City as well as with the Vilitan National Team where they have long surpassed 100 total appearances for the National Team. While records are not fully complete, Aquafek has appeared over 135 times for Vilita and scored more than 30 goals for the Jungle Cats. On the domestic side, Aquafek is one of the few Vilitan players to have lifted a UICA Trophy having led the Turoki Tide to the 66th Globe Cup Title, the most recent major international competition victory for a Vilitan domestic side.

Of course, Aquafek's crowning career achievement has been with the Jungle Cats as a major piece of the World Cup 77 team and the first choice midfielder for the Vilitan's back-to-back triumphs in World Cup 81 and World Cup 82. While Aquafek is not the only Vilitan played who can claim three World Cup titles, they are the only midfielder who was a Starting 11 player in three separate World Cup winning campaigns.

The decision to move Aquafek to the helm came ahead of one of the most important three match stretch of the World Cup 87 campaign for the Jungle Cats who struggled to put away lesser ranked opponents during the first half of Qualifying. Though the Jungle Cats recorded a critical victory over Group leaders Tikariot on Matchday 6, they slipped up on Matchday 8 with a 3-3 draw against Zeta Reka and Hugeltaldom after having taken a 3-0 lead into the half time break. Eventually, Aquafek's team would find a groove and recover to qualify for World Cup 87. After Two Consecutive Group Stage exits under Aquafek, Vilitan fans were clamoring for 50th Di Bradini Cup winning head coach Purapal Eskiiy to be given the chance to coach the Jungle Cats however Aquafek will remain in charge at least for the start of the World Cup 89 cycle.

The coaches will select the squad from the National Player pool. Players are listed below, grouped by position and sorted by projection 'Depth Chart' position where the top player listed is most likely to be named the first player selected for that position, and so on. Depth chart positions are determined by performance in pre-cup training sessions, as well as performance and average ratings in the Vilitan League competition and previous appearances for the National Team.

Vilita will often play in a traditionally Vilitan 3-1-4-2 formation with a style modifier of +3.14. Against weaker opposition they may instead play a 3-4-3.

Nation: Nickname: Style: First World Cup: Top Goalscorer: Region: Weather: Map:

The Tropics of Vilita the 'Jungle Cats' +3.14159265359 World Cup 13 Callum Banda (Retired) Atlantian Oceania Mostly Tropical (Inland Weather Varies) Map of Vilita

GOALKEEPERS:

Mako Canopii [ - Yeaddin Owls AFC - ]
GK ( AGE: 35 :: [ NT CAPS: 104 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 27 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 6 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ] : Vilitan Cup : Vilitan Declasse :
A member of the Canopii family of Vilitan Goalkeepers, Canopii broke through during World Cup 77 and quickly became known as the 'Shutout King' helping lift the Jungle Cats to the World Cup 77 title. Like his namesake Jungrii Canopii who spent many seasons at Eastal Lunar before finishing out their career with the Yeaddin Owls; Mako Canopii also helped guide the Yeaddin Owls back into relevance in the Vilitan League backstopping the team to a 4th place finish in Season 52 as well as Semi-Final appearances in the Vilitan Cup. Canopii cemented their position as one of the best Goalkeepers in the multiverse with back to back titles in World Cup 81 & 82 including starting six of Vilita’s seven matches during the World Cup 82 Finals. Canopii was named among the stars of the tournament after leading Vilita to World Cup triumph with back-to-back shutouts in the Semi Final against The Holy Empire and in the World Cup 82 Final against rivals Turori. On the domestic side, Canopii recently backstopped the Yeaddin Owls to an appearance in the 7th IFCF Champions League Semi Finals.

Vernasa Sanamun [ - Jungle Strike FC - ]
GK ( AGE: 28 :: [ NT CAPS: 36 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 12 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 26 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Stellar Division : Tropical Trophy : Tropicorp Cup :
Sanamun came through the academy at Kiiarana and was promoted to the senior squad at the age of 15 after the departure of Super-Llamaland netminder Lukas Bernholm following the clubs relegation from the Vilitan League. Made two group stage appearances for Vilita & Turori in AOCAF 56 at the age of 17 as the Eel-Cat Things eventually earning first ever regional silverware as a player. The youngster impressed helping Kiiarana City to the Tropicorp Cup title and promotion back to the Vilitan League and became a regular fixture with the Vilitan National Team after making their internationstatal debut in goal for the Jungle Cats as they opened up their World Cup 81 Qualifying campaign against Kernovi and Rewgwlas. Sanamun appeared twice in World Cup 81 Qualifying for the Jungle Cats without conceding a goal earning the young netminder the gloves as Vilita competed in the 7th Cup of Champions competition, ultimately conceding their 1st international goal against in the fourth match of their career, the Cup of Champions semi-final against Banija. The impressive performances earned Sanamun trust and a place on the team for the World Cup 81 finals. Sanamun would start two matches - a group stage defeat to Cassadaigua and the Round of 16 victory over Sargossa as Vilita would go on to win the World Cup. Sanamun was an unused substitute during the World Cup 82 Finals. After seeing their talents wasted in the Tropicorp Lower League with Kiiarana City, Sanamun became a surprise choice to lead Jungle Strike FC back into relevance after the team had a crisis in net following the retirement of Lafayette Tifoxe. Sanamun now shares the position in net for Strike as a 1B Goalie to Banijan Wanda Kayoute.

Zelkki Milake Jr. [ - Eastal Lunar - ]
GK ( AGE: 18 :: [ NT CAPS: 2 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 8 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Tropical Trophy :
Milake's domestic career wouldn't go as smoothly, however, and after spending 2 seasons in the Declasse after Lonngeylin Coast's relegation, the World Cup winner returned to his roots, re-signing for high-flying Eastal Lunar in Season 46. Offspring of famed Vilitan netminder Zelkki Milake, one of the youngest Starting netminders in history to win the World Cup Final (World Cup 68), Milake has followed in their fathers footsteps by taking on the Goalkeepers Gloves and now trains under their father at Eastal Lunar FC. While not expected to compete for a place on the Vilitan National Team anytime soon, the sky is the limit for the Astronaut Trainee who is also, quite literally, an Astronaut Trainee attending school at the Astronaut Academy at the nearby Vilitan Space Outpost. Milake Jr.’s debut would come as a surprise starter against Delaclava on the second matchday of the 50th Di Bradini Cup. At just 16 years of age the younger Milake would make a name for themselves winning each of their four starts in the competition and helping to lead Vilita & Turori to their first Under-21 World Cup Title in over 60 cycles. Milake Jr. would make their first start for the Vilitan National Team in a 2-2 draw against Savojarna during the penaltimate matchday of World Cup 88 Qualifying before adding to their Medal Wall as the starting goalkeeper in the Quarter Final and Semi-Final rounds of the Vilitan Union’s XV Olympic Gold Medal Campaign.

:: Reserves ::

Striitca Virahat (27 yo) [ - Rammsissil - ] ;; Hanauma Ranbomahi (31 yo) [ - Tropicorp FC - ] ;; Ukamai Talingri (20 yo) [ - Monmouth Park (CBP) - ] ;; Maratopa Inita-Arua (37 yo) [ - Makosile FC - ] ;;

DEFENDERS:

Rojara Tiones [ - Yeaddin Owls AFC - ]
D RC ( AGE: 27 :: [ NT CAPS: 55 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 37 :: V&T GOALS: 7 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Rojara Tiones progressed through the training programme at the Owls Castle Academy before getting a call to train with the senior team at Yeaddin Owls AFC for Vilitan League Season 58. Tiones was a member of Vilita’s World Cup 82 Championship winning team, having watched the final from the bench as an unused substitute. Tiones was recognized as the Top defensive player in the Vilitan Stellar Division for Vilitan League Season 64 and is an Olympic Medalist having earned the Gold Medal playing for the Vilitan Union in the Men’s Football Competition.

Inteali Koranjo [ - Cazadores Cathair (AUD) - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 24 :: [ NT CAPS: 27 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 32 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : UICA/IFCF Champions Cup : The National League (AUD) :
Koranjo was a product of the Jlinal Cove Academy before relocating to the Under-21 Squad training ground in Tivali City. The impressive prospect became one of the youngest defenders to start a Vilitan NT matchup when they made their debut against Vartugia during World Cup 83 Qualifying and would score their first career goal for the NT later that cycle in a 5-1 victory over Mattijana. With Jlinal Cove FC mired in the Declasse Division as they had been for much of their existence, and with the club retaining Koranjo’s rights in the Vilitan League, the player decided to seek an international transfer during the 26th Transfer Window. Koranjo would ultimately sign with Cazadores Cathair after being impressed with the teams performance in the 6th Vilitan Cove Invitational tournament which Cazadores shared a training ground with the Vilita & Turori Under-21 Squad. Koranjo got their Audioslavia based career off to a flying start helping Cazadores Cathair to the National League Title during the 3rd IFCF Cycle and finishing runner up to Istria City in the Atlantian Oceania Champions League. Koranjo was a veteran player on the Vilita and Turori Under-21 Squad that won the 50th Di Bradini Cup and won the Gold Medal at the XIV Olympic Games with the Vilitan Union. Koranjo would win the 7th IFCF Champions League as a member of the Cazadores Cathair side.

Lohani Riiyaaw [ - Directus (EUR) - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 27 :: [ NT CAPS: 47 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 50 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] Tropicorp Super Cup :
Riiyaaw was trained at the Tivali City Academy until the age of 16 when they had the opportunity to sign their first professional contract. Instead of staying local with Declasse side Tivali City, Riiyaaw took the opportunity to move internationally. After attracting the attention of foreign bidders, Riiyaaw eventually signed a deal with Internationstatal high-flyers Cassandra City of Cosumar where they earned Runner-Up medals in both the UICA Champions Cup and Atlantian Oceania Champions League in their first season of competition. After the Cosumar League was unable to designate teams to the IFCF, Riiyaaw transferred to back-to-back IFCF Champions Directus of Eura. Riiyaaw is also an Olympic Medalist having earned the Gold Medal with the Vilitan Union during the XIV Olympic Games and a World Cup Champion as a member of the Turori National Team during World Cup 88.

Narri Sebapilo [ - Makosile United - ]
D C ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 6 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 22 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Sebapilo debuted for Makosile United at the age of 16 during Vilitan League 63 and made occasional appearances for the side. At the age of 17 Sebapilo became an important member of the Makosile United squad participating in over 50% of the matches during the Makos runner-up campaign that earned promotion to the Vilitan Stellar Division for Season 65. At age 18 Sebapilo would make their internationstatal debut for the Vilita & Turori regional side in the 63rd AOCAF competition in the knockout round defeat to Valanora. Sebapilo would soon collect another first in Valanora starting all seven matches of Vilita & Turori’s 50th Di Bradini Cup campaign, earning their first internationstatal hardware and earning regard as one of the top players of the tournament.

Jirak Trikala [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ]
D C ( AGE: 32 :: [ NT CAPS: 91 :: NT GOALS: 5 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 34 :: V&T GOALS: 6 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Cup : Tropicorp Cup :
Although born in Vilita, Trikala moved to Tropicoast at a young age and could always be found on the footsport pitch. Trained briefly at the Obaiobao Academy on Turoki Isle before returning to Tropicorp and joining Tropicorp FC. Scored 3 goals in Tropicorp's Season 54 Tropicorp Cup Championship campaign. Trikala's first season in the Vilitan League wasn't especially impressive but the defender provided solid performances as Tropicorp finished impressively in 4th place in the Declasse table. These performances caught the eye of the scouts at Jungle Strike FC who snapped up the young defender as part of their rebuilding project after two consecutive finishes outside the top 5. Trikala got their first taste of triumph with Strike FC during Season 57 as Vilitan Cup Champions. Scored the winning goal for Vilita & Turori in the AOCAF 56 final against Mriin. Was Vilita’s starting central defender in their World Cup 81 Final victory over South Covello. Trikala’s domestic career would take a turn however losing their starting place at Strike FC and making the switch to Cednia Beach AFC in Turori to maintain regular Champions League action.

Linkat Cjinder [ - Lonngeylin Coast - ]
D RC ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 130 :: NT GOALS: 20 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 5 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : UICA/IFCF Champions Cup : UICA Super Cup : : Vilitan Cup : Vilitan Declasse : Tropical Trophy :
A product of the Turoki Isle academy system, Cjinder was snapped up by Turorian giants Mliona-Lpaka for a professional contract and made his debut during V-League Season 48. Cjinder established himself both in the Vilitan National Team and the Mliona-Lpaka first team, becoming a critical cog in the team that would lift the UICA Champions Cup 68 title. Cjinder has shown the ability to play both a central defender and as a wing back, preferably on the right hand side where the Turoki-born player frequently gets involved in the attack – notably recorded 8 goals and 10 assists from open play during the previous four seasons with Mliona-Lpaka

Mileke Drokasorna [ - Colonial Sile - ]
D RC ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 80 :: NT GOALS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 5 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
After a strong debut season after graduating from Marine Coast's Crosaibi Academy, Drokasorna earned a move to the Stellar Division after transferring to Colonial Sile, helping the club to the Season 54 Vilitan Cup Title. Drakasorna had the biggest game of their international career on the big stage during the Group Stage of the World Cup 79 Finals scoring a pair of goals in a 4-0 victory over Sargossa on Matchday 2.

Injyua Klizlo [ - Riailia Village - ]
D C ( AGE: 19 :: [ NT CAPS: 0 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 9 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
During their debut competition in the 50th Di Bradini Cup, Klizlo made five appearances though was not part of the starting lineup for the Di Bradini Cup Final which Vilita & Turori won 3-0 over Krytenia.

:: Reserves ::

Kamarela Dzzara (20 yo) [ - Yutzie Sorma - ] ;; Inbekira Ajhabekk (36 yo) [ - Iskara Daii (STR) - ] ;;

MIDFIELDERS:

Limu Katarakhna [ - Eastal Lunar - ]
M/F ( AGE: 30 :: [ NT CAPS: 115 :: NT GOALS: 22 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 60 :: V&T GOALS: 16 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
Limu Katarakhna came through the academy system at Colonial Sile and impressed greatly upon making their debut midway through Season 54. After Colonial Sile failed to qualify for UICA competition in Season 56, the young athlete able to step in anywhere on the field made the switch to Eastal Lunar FC. Katarakhna made their international debut during AOCAF 45 for the Eel-Cat Things but did not commit immediately to playing for Vilita or Turori internationally. After the success of the Cocoabo Squad during World Cup 79 however, the highly touted prospect acceped an invitation to be apart of Vilita's World Cup 80 Qualifying playing pool. The decision would prove to be a good one as Katarakhna was part of Vilita’s World Cup 81 and World Cup 82 championship squads including their first career World Cup Finals goal during the World Cup 82 Quarter Final against Apox. On the domestic side, Katarakhna was a critical member of the squad that elevated Eastal Lunar to complete domestic trifecta over the course of 3 seasons winning the Vilitan Cup during Season 59, the Tropical Trophy for Season 60 and the teams first ever Stellar Division Title during Vilitan League Season 61.

Lentali Purama [ - Marine Coast United - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 24 :: [ NT CAPS: 35 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 47 :: V&T GOALS: 3 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Cup :
Recruited by Rammsissil AFC at school age to train with the RammsBank Sissil Academy to be evaluated as a potential Rammsissil player in the future. Was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup. Purama transferred to Marine Coast United for Vilitan League Season 61 and helped the team to back to back appearances in the Vilitan Cup final at the Tivali Ring Stadium, winning the 62nd Vilitan Cup title. Ruaplal was one of just 3 midfielders to participate in both the Vilita & Turori squads for the 45th and 50th Di Bradini Cup, evolving to serve as primary team captain during the 50th Di Bradini Cup while winning the Di Bradini Cup Trophy. Ruaplal also was a Gold Medalist at the XIV Olympic Games with the Vilitan Union.

Trezisi Rokopolis [ - Jlinal Cove - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 19 :: NT GOALS: 5 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 30 :: V&T GOALS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Trezisi Rokopolis was one of the youngest players in Vilitan Stellar Division history to play a full season for their club as a member of FC Almintora’s ill-fated side that won just two games during Season 63. After Almintora’s relegation to the Declasse, Rokopolis jumped ship to return to Vilita and join forces with Jlinal Cove FC, the side that had pipped FC Almintora to avoid relegation. With Jlinal Cove, Rokopolis helped lead the team to the Vilitan Cup Semi-Finals and scored their first career Stellar Division goal against the Kionao Locals. Rokopolis would get the call to the Vilitan National Team during the World Cup 87 Qualification Campaign and would make their debut against Tequilo. Rokopolis scored their first career goal for the National Team in just their second career appearance, netting the fifth goal in a 5-2 rout of Widaya. Earned first international silverware as a member of the Vilita and Turori Under-21 Squad that would win the 50th Di Bradini Cup Title.

Intikko Kuhilana [ - Tropicorp FC - ]
DM C ( AGE: 28 :: [ NT CAPS: 38 :: NT GOALS: 8 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 38 :: V&T GOALS: 7 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Vilitan Cup :
Kuhilana was perhaps too young when being called into the squad at Jlinal Cove on an emergency basis to cover squad gaps as they struggled to keep fit during Vilitan League Season 55. Strong performances did catch the eye of Makosile United, however, who snapped up the youngster in order to fill their own gaps left by departing players following their relegation from the Stellar Division. Kuhilana would help the Makos re-build and compete in the Declasse Division, ultimately leading to their runner up finish during Vilitan League Season 64 and a return to the Top Flight. Kuhilana would be second-top scorer in the Declasse during the promotion season but would not join the Makos for their Stellar return, switching allegiances instead to Tropicorp FC after impressing the Tropicoast side during the Declasse campaign.

Kudii Davasarii [ - Rammsissil - ]
M LC ( AGE: 31 :: [ NT CAPS: 66 :: NT GOALS: 11 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 23 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : AO Champions League : Vilitan Cove Invitational : : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy : Tropicorp Cup :
Davasarii was one of the first players brought up through the Tropicorp system and helped the club earn their second Tropicorp Cup title and subsequent promotion to the Declasse Division for Season 55. Davasarii's four goals during Season 55 helped the team to an impressive 4th place finish in the table. Davarsarii's strong play earned a transfer to Cednia Beach AFC for Stellar Division season 57. Won the 31st Atlantian Oceania Champions League title with Cednia Beach AFC. Davasarii was a part of the Rammsissil side that won the 63rd Vilitan Cup, the first ever major trophy for the team. Davasarii would go on to win back-to back Vilitan Cove Invitationals as well as the Tropical Trophy with the Ramms.

Polaox Torerun [ - Turoki Tide - ]
M LC ( AGE: 38 :: [ NT CAPS: 166 :: NT GOALS: 42 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 12 :: V&T GOALS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : UICA Globe Cup : UICA Super Cup : : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
Started Career at Venom Youth Academy, Joined Tropicorp FC and earned promotion to Vilitan Declasse. Transferred to Turoki Tide AFC and won Stellar Division Title during Season 49 and Season 52. Torerun would establish themselves as an international star winning the 77th World Cup with the Vilita National Team and then cemented their legacy at the Turoki Tide winning back to back championships during Vilitan League 54 and 55. On the heels of the V-League 55 title the midfield duo of Torerun and Aquafek would be the engine that drove the Turoki Tide to the 66th UICA Globe Cup title.

Jurzen Devmiko [ - Lonngeylin Coast - ]
DM C ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 135 :: NT GOALS: 28 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 5 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Trained at Marine Coast United's Crosaibi Academy, Devmiko impressed in his first season and earned a switch to Stellar Division side Colonial Sile. Spent 5 seasons at Colonial Sile before earning a switch to Cednia Beach AFC becoming Colonial Sile's largest transfer. The switch did not pay off for Devmiko, however as while Sile climbed the Stellar Division table, Cednia Beach descended into a relegation fight. After two seasons in Cednia Beach, Devmiko became the most expensive incoming transfer in Inland Peaks history as he joined the newly promoted Declasse Champions for V-League Season 56. The journeman midfielder would then have a spell at Rammsissil before landing with Lonngeylin Coast just after they had won the Stellar Division.

Cywrenta Vlintejni [ - Colonial Sile - ]
M LC ( AGE: 34 :: [ NT CAPS: 95 :: NT GOALS: 13 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 6 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
After being trained in the Crosaibi Academy and playing a first professional season at Marine Coast United, Vlintejni made a switch to Eastal Lunar for V-League Season 54 becoming a main stay in the center of mid field until a switch to Rammsissil for Season 58

Fyin Miateal [ - Crosaibi Locals - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 17 :: [ NT CAPS: 0 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 8 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Youth player at Tropicorp Lower League side Crosaibi Locals who would earn a call to the 51st Di Bradini Cup side as well as the XV Olympic Team with the Vilitan Union where they would earn a Gold Medal.

Va'a-Rio Kiwavn [ - -Unattached- - ]
M C ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 106 :: NT GOALS: 20 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 7 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Vilitan Declasse :
Trained at Marine Coast United's Crosaibi Academy, Kiwavyn eventually followed in the footsteps of training partner Jurzen Devmiko in transferring up to the top flight and joined Cednia Beach AFC, helping the Turorian Giants to the Season 51 Vilitan Stellar Division and Vilitan Cup championship double. The duo were finally split up during Season 55 when Vilitan Giants Jungle Strike FC came calling for Kiwavyn's services. With Cednia Beach struggling, Kiwavyn jumped at the opportunity to join one of Vilita's most storied clubs. Kiwavyn would play two seasons at Strike before searching for a more important role in the club, landing a new starting gig at Rammsissil and leading them back to the Stellar Division for Season 57.

:: Reserves ::

Sami Samii’i (22 yo) [ - Olympia Arkintoofle (SRS) - ] ;; Imauka Lkomorak (19 yo) [ - KT Moreazerua (AUD) - ] ;; Cavuna Aquafek (43 yo) [ - Turoki Tide - ] ;;

FORWARDS:

Nii'arala Milaaso [ - Eastal Lunar - ]
F C ( AGE: 30 :: [ NT CAPS: 107 :: NT GOALS: 58 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 54 :: V&T GOALS: 23 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
Born in Vilita to a Turorian and a Starblaydi, Milaaso came through the Eastal Lunar Jr. Academy winning the Tropicorp Youth challenge with the Jr. Astronauts and was adjudged to have the 'DNA of Champions' based on their multi-cultural upbringing. Milaaso had a breakout season during Vilitan League 57 as the 18 year old netted 11 goals in all competitions and was widely regarded as the third best forward in the league behind National Team duo Sipke Tarala and Berali Tzufarei. Miilaaso made their international debut at the end of World Cup 79 qualifying against The Steel Coast, scoring late to net their first international tally on their debut. Was named Galacticos Youth Player of the Season at the age of 18 and was later nominated again as a finalists at the age of 21. Miilaso scored their first ever World Cup Finals goal in World Cup 80 against Banija then was a key part of Vilita’s World Cup 81 Championship winning squad scoring three goals during the World Cup Finals. When Vilita won the World Cup 82 Final against rivals Turori, Miilaso did one better scoring a goal in the World Cup Final. After helping define a new generation of the Vilitan National Team, Milaaso turned their infetious influence to the Vilitan League helping lead Eastal Lunar FC to their first Stellar Division title during the 61st Vilitan League campaign.

Clarana Refiami [ - Spartangrad (EUR) - ]
F C ( AGE: 23 :: [ NT CAPS: 25 :: NT GOALS: 5 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 43 :: V&T GOALS: 11 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : IFCF CLG
Made their internationstatal debut appearing in four matches during the 7th Cup of Champions competition for Vilita. Scored first career International Goal during against Kita-Hinode in 7th Cup of Champions Semi-Finals. Attracted interest from Eura league teams during AOCAF tournament and made transfer to Euran side Spartangrad prior to the 85th World Cup Cycle. Refiami would earn their first International triumph as a member of the Vilitan Union squad that won the Olympic Gold medal in Orean & Istria in the Games of the XIV Olympiad. Refiami was Vilita and Turori’s Top Goalscorer during the 50th Di Bradini Cup and scoring two goals in the Semi-Final prior to the teams 3-0 victory over Krytenia in the Final. Refiami was named Young Player of the Season for the second time during EuraLeague 45 after finishing third in the running for the EFA Golden Boot with 21 Goals for Spartangrad who would go on to win the IFCF Challengers Cup over Freeport United

Tenziki Kulakao [ - Yeaddin Owls - ]
F C ( AGE: 36 :: [ NT CAPS: 96 :: NT GOALS: 31 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 5 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Kulakao was promoted from Owls Castle Academy as a symbol of the future of footsport in Yeaddin, quickly becoming a fan favorite at the Lirai Asku Castle and being named Yeaddin Owls Player of the Season during V-League Season 50 and repeating the feat multiple times from then. Kulukao has been a solid 8-10 goal per season striker in all competitions for the Owls throughout their career but really shone during the Owls memorable Vilitan Cup run during Season 57 leading the competition with 7 goals although the Owls fell just short of the ultimate prize, losing to Jungle Strike FC on penalty kicks in the Vilitan Cup final.

Enzoril Alabonni [ - Marine Coast United - ]
D/F C ( AGE: 29 :: [ NT CAPS: 70 :: NT GOALS: 32 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 48 :: V&T GOALS: 16 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Cup :
A young prospect originally from Mavaloiao, Enzoril Alabonni moved with their family to the main Island to be trained by Marine Coast United at the Crosaibi Academy. The Mavaloier has height well above the others in their age group and as such often switches between a center-back role and a role as an aerial target in attack. Alabonni, playing mostly in defense, would help lead Marine Coast United to their first domestic silverware in over 40 seasons lifting the Vilitan Cup trophy during Season 62. Alabonni’s flexibility would also limit their opportunities as a regular started at the top level but would still get the opportunity to enjoy success both on a regional and international level. Alabonni won the AOCAF 56 title with Vilita & Turori and was a squad player on Vilita’s World Cup 81 and World Cup 82 championship teams.

Fishtii Blikala [ - Marine Coast United - ]
F C ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 98 :: NT GOALS: 32 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 6 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Cup : Vilitan Declasse :
After being trained and promoted to the Main Squad at Marine Coast United, Blikala put in 4 seasons and netted 36 goals before the allure of the Stellar Division called, switching to Makosile United during Season 53 and scoring 11 goals in their debut season. Blikala scored 31 goals in three seasons with the Makos but when the former champions were relegated after Season 55, Blikala left the club and re-joined Marine Coast United. Blikala had a breakout campaign with the Vilitan National Team during World Cup 80 Qualifying, scoring 6 goals in 9 matches to lead all Vilitan players. Was a member of World Cup 81 and World Cup 82 winning sides scoring once in both Finals campaigns. Blikala scored their first career World Cup Finals hattrack on Matchday 3 of the World Cup 83 Group stage against The Macabees with all three goals coming less than 10 minutes apart late in the match.

Sipke Tarala [ - Sabrefell Athletic (NPH) - ]
F C ( AGE: 39 :: [ NT CAPS: 167 :: NT GOALS: 75 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 13 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 77 : World Cup 81 : World Cup 82 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup :
A trainee at Makosile, Tarala was smartly snapped up by scouts at Lonngeylin Coast shortly after turning pro. The Striker has led the Stellar Division on multiple occasions and became a top choice striker for the Vilitan National Team including their World Cup 77 Championship side. Tarala leveraged that success and transferred it to the domestic leagues earning the Vilitan Cup title with Lonngeylin Coast during Season 55 then back-to-back Stellar Division Championships while being named Lonngeylin Coast's player of the season. Tarala was a top goalscorer for the Vilitan National Team during their World Cup 81 title winning campaign and capped off a memorable cycle with the Vilitan Stellar Division title followed by a high-profile transfer to UICA Champions Sabrefell Athletic of Nephara in the highest value transfer of the 24th UICA Transfer Window. Tarala is a rare two-time Olympic Gold Medalist having won the Olympic Gold with Vilita & Turori during the XI Olympic Games as a youngster then repeating the triumph has a veteran player during the Games of the XIV Olympiad.

Tyoasi Klipark [ - Marine Coast United - ]
F C ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 2 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 19 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Klipark began their career as a midfield trainee at the Ramzi Youth Academy in Crosaibi before being called to the Marine Coast United Senior squad to cover as a pacey youthful attacking substitute during Vilitan League Season 64. Was a member of Vilita & Turori’s 50th Di Bradini Cup winning side and scored their first goal for Vilita and Turori in the Quarter Final victory over Graintfjall.

:: Reserves ::

Linvoi Warazil (37 yo) [ - Brigham (EUR) - ] ;; Berali Tzufarei (42 yo) [ - Rammsissil - ] ;;

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[Mertagne]

The Federation of Mertagnian Football Presents...

The Mertagnian National Football Team
for World Cup 89

Our History:

Mertagne is one of the key players in the region of Anaia, sitting between sporting giants Starblaydia and Krytenia, and sporting up-and-comers Kotzellach and the Karodin Tetrarchy, on the continent of <Nova> Calania.

Mertagne inherited much sporting success from it's predecessor, The Calanian Union, which was born out of a terrible conflict known as the Corvidae War, that occurred nearly a century ago. The Mertagnian people sailed the long (now longer) journey across the Lake Bekk from their former home in The Inevitable Syndicate (now the Euran Oceania Territories), and settled in the area now known as Mertagne. However, building a nation is difficult work, and several decades after its inception, the rather unstable government collapsed and caused a dark period known as the Insulation. Corporations ran riot with Mertagne, keeping a stranglehold on cities through private police forces and withholding basic necessities.

Approximately six years ago, the nation decided it had had enough, and formed a new government that united Mertagne once again. Much power is still devolved to its provinces, and it hasn't quite shaken off the corporate veneer that tainted its past, but Mertagne is once again at the forefront of international sporting affairs. The year before this World Cup cycle was one of Mertagne's best ever, with a win in the Under-18 World Cup 14 and a Third-Place Play Off appearance in the Under-21 World Cup 72.

Mertagne is hoping to continue some of that success in their first World Cup qualifying since the Insulation. Having been unable to field a Baptism of Fire Team, the team has opted to gain key experience from international friendlies and the Eagle's Cup XI, where with the promotion to manager of Tyrell Gulliver, they managed a respectable third place in the Cocoa-bo Challenge Trophy, far exceeding expectations.

Time will tell if they exceed expectations here in this World Cup Qualifying, but the team is aiming for a top half finish at the very best.

Our Key(lime) Staff:

Manager: Tyrrel Gulliver, 56,
Grandson of Calanian Union forward Phil Gulliver, Tyrrel Gulliver took charge of the squad before the Eagle's Cup XI, and commanded the outfit into a decent shape which saw them move to the semi-finals of that tournament. However, with much greater success from the youth wing of Mertagne's talent in recent years, the pressure has been on Gulliver to select a balanced squad that includes the best balance of experience and talent.

Assistant Manager: Phil Dornell, 69,
Phil Dornell's wealth of expertise in management comes from Audioslavia, and he's hoping to use the time he's got to assist Gulliver in the best way he can. While his appetite for national team management has waned over the few years he's been involved with it, his position as assistant manager is still much appreciated for his tactful eye on defence, having played for many years as a goalkeeper.

Tyrell Gulliver bites the ball off like his father and grandfather before him, as the latter cut his teeth at Ulsa, Eura. Because of this, the squad will be playing with a style modifier of +3, which emphasises that the best defence is a killer offence.

Our Players:

Goalkeepers
No	Pos	Player			Gender	Age		Club
1	GK	Lennon Stroves		Male	25	 Century Mertagne FMFC
12	GK	Natalie Tikllinger	Female	27	 Carsby
13	GK	Lliot Celarte		Male	24	 Sporting Esper

Defenders
No	Pos	Player			Gender	Age	Club
14	LB	Jaxon Mendiri		Male 	29	 Keers Kannoneers
15	LB	Simoslaw Bridges	Male	22	 Olympique de Rimouski
16	LB	Alips Maurauri		Female	22	 Blades ex Magnaeus
2	CB	Luka Hazaluta [vc]	Male	28	 Chatswood
3	CB	Gregory Arroyave	Male	26	 Lehen Neorudo
17	CB	Elen Onarte		Female	24	 Kurtz Herritik
18	CB	Hana Stelos		Female	24	 Ostosaide
19	RB	Tyson Oughtio		Male	22	 Signal Dannin
20	RB	Jappen Axlor		Male	23	 FMFC Ninestar
21	RB	Becca Nidelpont		Female	26	 Mondragons

Midfielders
No	Pos	Player			Gender	Age	Club
22	LM	Martine Aldergrass	Female	22	 The Zhelmagor Society FC
23	LM	Anya Mann		Female	28	 Tenth Star Hasiera
4	CM	Mickael Sillio		Male	29	 Kurtz Herritik
5	CM	Pia Aziz		Female	20	 Bakartirla Buccaneers
6	CM	Erman Anteo		Male	23	 AFC Farnworth
24	CM	Callym Tikfort		Male	25	 Papillio Mertagne FMFC
25	CM	Donna Eclis		Female	23	 Tenth Star Hasiera
26	CM	Grahm Stagg		Male	26	 Century Mertagne FMFC
27	RM	Josua Tikurtz		Male	25	 Morven Monday
28	RM	Dovico Harah		Male	27	 Heart of Saguenay

Attackers
No	Pos	Player			Gender	Age	Club
7	LF	Benn Shakletinn		Male	26	 Keers Kannoneers
29	LF	Rosah Tikfort		Female	26	 Century Mertagne FMFC
8	CF 	Claudio Vantula	[c]	Male	25	 KT Itzalovalle
9	CF	Dani Emdelbia		Female	28	 Lhor
10	CF	Fabian Thundhart	Male	27	 Aminey CS
30	CF	Fredrick Prost		Male	22	 FMFC Ninestar
31	CF	Benedict Le Bihan	Male	19	 Kurtz Herritik
32	CF	Kurst Euradin		Male	29	 Blades de Bretsaar
11	RF	Neville Cate		Male	26	 New Fligsive's Memory
33	RF	Dannon Larr		Male	22	 Octosaide

Players are selected before the game begins depending on their performance in recent games. Typically, a player closer to the top of the chart within each position is more likely to be picked. This outfit of the Mertagnian National team will be playing in a 2-3-5 formation, that presses on the attack and is punishing if the ball is won in the attacking third. This team is also very capable of scoring from set pieces, and if an attack isn't looking feasible against a more defensively minded team, the players will be looking to create opportunities to get corners or free kicks.
If you RP first, you are encouraged to make a team selection that works for you.

A quick look at Tyrell Gulliver's notes shows...

Most likely to...
Score a goal: Claudio Vantula, Dani Emdelbia, Fabian Thundhart
Kick off a set piece: Benn Shakletinn, Erman Anteo
Make a magnificent cross: Benn Shakletinn, Dannon Larr
Stop an opposing attack: Tyson Oughtio, Luka Hazaluta
Get too stuck in and get a card: Donna Eclis, Josua Tikurtz, Anya Mann
Do something out of the ordinary: Fabian Thundhart, Luka Hazaluta, Pia Aziz

Our Kits:

Kits lovingly provided by Kirola Sportswear of Audioslavia.
Eskerrik asko, Anaia. Maite zaitugu.

Our Home:

Mertagne is using a variety of stadia for their World Cup Qualifying run. We are looking forward to hosting the nations of the multiverse for the first time in over forty years. Four stadia have been selected for the tournament, from the following shortlist:

A map of Mertagne's top fifteen stadia.

Stadium one is the Neorudo Cop Limy Stadium (Capacity: 96,300). The Cop Limy is an iconic stadium, formerly belonging to the city-state of Leorudo in which Mertagne was first settled long after their exodus. Home to the original Mertagnian team that is Lehen Neorudo, and situated in the Docklands district adjacent to the mountain that comprises of the sprawling city's 'Old Quarter', The Cop Limy is the premier venue for sports matches and concerts alike in the city. Upgraded several times over the years, the Stadium stands as a stereotype of the city itself - old architecture (present in the fancy stonework adorning the stadium's left long side) fused with the latest buildings (a white carbon fiber donut covering the other three sides). The stadium boasts the best in electronic scoreboard technology, and has a long strip of interactive screens surrounding the top rafters of the interior, which have been used for purposes such as advertising, light shows, and close-up camera feeds.
Located in the stadium complex is a museum dedicated to Mertagnian football, which includes the preserved former offices of the FMF, including the very boardroom where the COCANEFA LigAnaia was born.

The second stadium chosen is Dannin City Stadium (Capacity: 85,750). Dannin City Stadium sits in the heart of Mertagne's capital, it's unique look ensures that it's both an art piece, a functional stadium, and an eco-friendly statement all at once due to it's assortment of solar panels. Home to top-tier team Century Mertagne, the patriotic lime and dark green seating is sure to excite any nation that comes to play here.

The third stadium of choice is the Ring Tank Stadium (Capacity: 54,000). Located in Ostosaide, this stadium is home to Octosaide, and as the name suggests, boasts the region's largest enclosed aquarium on the outside of the stadium. Large enough for sea creatures of all types to enjoy their lives, the aquarium is carefully maintained by a complex climate control system. Visitors to the stadium can view the aquatic flora and fauna from two angles - outside the stadium, with binoculars at regular viewing points around it, or from the inside at the Ring Tank Aquatic Viewing Centre. The pitch, located inside and away from the view of the aquarium, is well kept and its 54,000 seats are coloured in the blue and yellow of the local side.

The fourth and final stadium available is the Revolver Stadium (Capacity: 34,570), home to Krytenian inspired Mertagne side Six Star Cyanaes, in the city of Cyanaes. Mertagne's southern province Bekkside is home to slightly warmer weather, and the revolver stadium is a nice open-air venue that has a distinctive 'bowl' shape, With two protruded sections coming off of the western end, making it look like a rounded 'A' from above. These protrusions host local businesses, offices and retail outlets, allowing you to enjoy leisure experiences all in one place. Mercia Plaza, which sits between the protrusions and welcomes guests to the stadium, is the perfect place to sit and relax before your game begins.

You may select any stadium from the four you wish your team to play in should you RP first.

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My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Godmod scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: Yes
Godmod injuries to my players: Yes, but no outright killing.
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes
Godmod other events: Sometimes. Send me a TG with what you're planning and I'll approve it if I like it.
Mertagnians wouldn't know the meaning of the word 'pandemic' if it sneezed in their face.

[Turori]

Turori National Team

Head Coach: Tarek Edgeli
After spending 3 seasons being trained in Crosaibi at Marine Coast United, Edgeli made the switch down the coast to the Lonngeylin Coliseum for Season 43. While Strike were unable to win any silverware, Edgeli fit straight into the squad as one of the top performing defenders in the entire league earning instant plaudits and recognition back in Turori. Edgeli would be an ever-present in the Turorian squad earning the role of captain as the team advanced to the World Cup Semi Finals for the first time in the nations history at World Cup 81 in the Free Republics and Banija. After a long absence from regional competition, Edgeli, retired from the Turori National Team, would captain the Vilita and Turori National Team during the 60th AOCAF Competition.

After working with the Vilita & Turori National Team for two campaigns including the Olympic Games, Edgeli took on the role of head coach for the Turori National Team during the Eagle’s Cup XIX Competition and after leading the team to a Bronze Medal in the first attempt, returned to coach the team again during Eagle's Cup X. While Edgeli's Eel's came up just short again, earning their second consecutive Bronze Medal, the performance was enough to convince the Football Association of Turori that Edgeli was their coach of the future; relieving long time coach Klailall Tuirma of the Head Coaching duties by promoting Tuirma to the role as Competition Director of the Football Association of Turori while assigning Edgeli to the role of Turori National Team Manager for the World Cup 88 Cycle. In their first cycle as Head Coach of the Turori National Team, Tarek Edgeli led the Eels to their first World Cup Title.

Nickname: The Eels

Style: -1.23

The coaches will select the squad from the National Player pool. Players are listed below, grouped by position and sorted by projection 'Depth Chart' position where the top player listed is most likely to be named the first player selected for that position, and so on. Depth chart positions are determined by performance in pre-cup training sessions, as well as performance and average ratings in the Vilitan League competition and previous appearances for the National Team.

Note 'Caps" are shown are currently on record for Turorian Players on from the start of World Cup 80 due to federation budget re-allocations during this time period to the Cocoabo Enrichment & Enhancement Project (CEEP)


GOALKEEPERS:

Derizi Amatopa [ - Revolutionaries (EUR) - ]
GK ( AGE: 21 :: [ NT CAPS: 26 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 19 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ] EuraLeague (EUR) :
Derizi was trained in the the goalkeeper program at the Eelandii Academy. While in Eelandii, the Youth Team qualified for the IFCF Youth Cup after finishing as Top Turorian Youth side in the Tropicorp Youth Cup. Performances for the Academy resulted in a contract with Sporta Eelandii Senior Squad but the Senior Squad was relegated from the Declasse automatically triggering a release clause for the young goalkeeping prospect. Instead of staying local, Derizi opted to take their talents to Eura joining Revolutionaries as they look to take their career to the next level overseas. Amatopa’s first internationstatal tournament came with the Vilitan Union at the XIV Olympic Games and the youngster would earn a Gold Medal despite not appearing in any of the matches. It was a different situation during the 50th Di Bradini Cup when Amatopa started in three of Vilita & Turori’s 7 matches in route to the championship. Amatopa would also start the majority of matches for the Turori National Team during Eagle’s Cup X where Turori earned the Bronze Medal. On a Domestic level, Amatopa took over as starting goalkeeper for Revolutionaries at the age of 18 and earned Goalkeeper of the Season Honors during EuraLeague 45 after leading Revolutionaries to the Euraleague Title. Amatopa became a World Cup Champion when Turori defeated The Holy Empire to win World Cup 88. Amatopa led all Turori goalkeepers with seven starts in the Qualifying round as well as having started one match during the World Cup 88 Finals.

Wiyauw An'maude [ - Cedniavella - ]
GK ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 86 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 46 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 7 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : UICA Series 'B' Champions Cup : : Vilitan Declasse :
An'maude led Cedniavella to the 64th UICA Series 'B' Champions Cup title and then subsequently backstopped the 'Vellas to a runner-up finish in the Declasse during Season 54 and subsequent promotion to the Stellar Division. An'maude was also named Vilitan Declasse Division goalkeeper of the Season for the Season 54. While An'maude was impressive in the Stellar Division, leading Cedniavella to a top-10 finish ahead of rivals Cednia Beach AFC, the Turorian netminder was coerced out of Cedniavella to take over goalkeeper duties at Lonngeylin Coast as the heir-apparent to the aging Cilamara Issah. Was Vilita & Turori's #1 netminder on the championship winning AOCAF 56 squad and is also an Olympic Gold Medalist with the Vilitan Union during the XI Olympic Games. With the close of their career in sight, An'maude would pull one final trick out of their hat. After a loyal career played entirely for one of Turori's smaller clubs, An'maude's dedication to Turorian sport shone through as the #1 goalkeeper for the Eels during the World Cup 88 Finals. An'maude posted back to back shutouts to get the Turori National Team back into the Semi-Finals before victories over Banija and The Holy Empire would bring the World Cup Trophy to Turori for the very first time.

Timaala Hualtia [ - Inland Peaks FC - ]
GK ( AGE: 27 :: [ NT CAPS: 49 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 18 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 21 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 10 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Declasse :
Hualtia came through the Eelandii Academy and instantly developed as a future Turori National Team prospect. Played one season for Sporta Eelandii before their relegation from the Vilitan League prompted Hualtia to make a switch to become the starting goalkeeper at Inland Peaks during Season 59. Made first Turori National Team start during World Cup 82 Qualifying in a 2-1 victory over Kelssek. Made first ever World Cup Finals start in the World Cup 82 Semi-Final helping Turori to a 6-3 win over Farfadillis to advance to the Nations first ever World Cup Final. Hualtia is also an Olympic Medalist having earned the Gold Medal with the Vilitan Union during the XIV Olympic Games.

:: Reserves ::

Cocoabo #86 (CCB yo) [ - Cocoabo Enrichment & Enhancement Program (CEEP) - ] ;; Zeke Ganaku (36 yo) [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ] ;;

DEFENDERS:

Amakli Inuro'o [ - Bastion (EUR) - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 26 :: [ NT CAPS: 106 :: NT GOALS: 9 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 32 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] EuraLeague :
After making their debut in Turori’s 3-0 World Cup 82 Matchday 5 qualifying match against Cosneolta, Inuro’o would become a regular in the Turori National Team squad eventually becoming a starter for key matches as Turori advanced to the World Cup 82 Final. As a result of their performances, Inuro’o would earn a transfer to Bastion in Eura during the 24th Transfer Window. Inuro’o earned their first major International silverware by winning the Gold Medal at the XIV Olympic Games with the Vilitan Union. As a nearly ever-present player on the backline for Turori since their debut in World Cup 82, Inuro’o smashed all-time appearance records for Turori across all age groups having notched their 80th appearance at just 24 years old. As a member of Eura club Bastion, Inuro’o was te Season 46 Defender of the Season in helping Bastion to the EuraLeague title. Winner of World Cup 88 as a member of the Turori National Team and crossing the century mark earning their 100th career CAP aged just 25.

Moumouni Verre'elali [ - Tropicorp FC - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 27 :: [ NT CAPS: 70 :: NT GOALS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 2 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Vilitan Cup : Vilitan Declasse :
Made their debut for the Turori National Team at the age of 17 on the opening matchday of World Cup 82 Qualifying against Bohr, eventually making six appearances for the Eels over the course of the campaign. Scored their first career international goal in the penultimate match of that qualification campaign against unheralded opposition Migli. Verre’elali earned their first major International silverware by winning the Gold Medal at the XIV Olympic Games with the Vilitan Union.

Lulu Pumaziiri [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ]
D RC ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 93 :: NT GOALS: 8 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 6 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : ] : AO Champions League : : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup :
Pumaziiri was originally signed by Colonial Sile but after a season away from home, returned to Turori to join up with Cednia Beach and was a critical member of their Season 48 campaign that nearly saw the Coconuts return to the top 3, sliding to 5th on the final day of the season. Runner Up in UICA Champions Cup with Cednia Beach AFC. After 5+ Seasons with Cednia Beach AFC Pumaziiri made a high profile switch to Makosile United but would ultimately return to Cednia Beach after Makosile's relegation to the Declasse Division. Won the 31st Atlantian Oceania Champions League title with Cednia Beach AFC.

Biliki Rona'atu'i [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ]
D LC ( AGE: 29 :: [ NT CAPS: 92 :: NT GOALS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 21 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : ] : AO Champions League : : Vilitan Declasse :
Trained at the Alikki-Corra Academy, Rona'atu'i moved on to Inland Peaks FC during Season 55 and become a crucial part of their Declasse Division record setting championship season resulting in promotion back to the Stellar Division. Signed for Eastal Lunar after arriving in the Stellar Division but only spent one season there before earning a starting position at Colonial Sile for the Season 57 campaign helping Colonial to a third place finish in the League table. After a season and a half in Sile, Rona'atu'i returned to their native Turori by joining Cednia Beach AFC and helping them to the 31st Atlantian Oceania Champions League title.

Karek Edgeli [ - FC Almintora - ]
D C ( AGE: 18 :: [ NT CAPS: 10 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 11 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Offspring of former Turori National Team and Vilita and Turori captain Tarek Edgeli. The FC Almintora trainee made their debut for Vilita & Turori in a 1-4 defeat at the hands of reigning champion San Ortelio on the opening matchday of the 50th Di Bradini Cup. It would be Edgeli’s only appearance of the tournament but the Vilita and Turori team would go on to win the remainder of their matches and the 50th Di Bradini Cup Championship. Scored first career International Goal during World Cup 88 Qualifying, Matchday 10 against Baggieland. Made World Cup Finals debut on Matchday 2 of World Cup 88 against Farfadillis helping the Eels to their First ever World Cup Title.

Planio’o Nrujsa [ - - Transfer Listed - - ]
D C ( AGE: 18 :: [ NT CAPS: 3 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 6 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Attended their first major tournament during the 50th Di Bradini Cup which was won by Vilita and Turori. Nrujsa was an official squad member who made their debut at the age of 16 playing the opening match against San Ortelio. Scored twice in their full Turori National Team Debut on Matchday 18 of World Cup 88 Qualifying against Fluvannia. Winner of World Cup 88 as a member of the Turori National Team.

Bvalis Amaanara [ - Eelandii Academy - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 10 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 4 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Made their internationstatal debut for the Turori National Team during World Cup 87 Qualifying in a 2-0 victory over Cosumar. Amaanara would make one appearance as a member of Vilita & Turori’s Di Bradini Cup 50 Championship Winning team.

:: Reserves ::

None

MIDFIELDERS:

Daliora Toru'u [ - Yeaddin Owls - ]
DM C ( AGE: 33 :: [ NT CAPS: 149 :: NT GOALS: 24 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 28 :: V&T GOALS: 3 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : ]
Toru'u made a debut for the Yeaddin Owls at the age of 17 and cracked into the first team immediately with 4 goals and 4 assists in their debut Season 54 campaign. Torur’u would eventually impress enough to be included in the Turori National Team and would be a part of the World Cup 81 Semi-Finalist and World Cup 82 Runner-up sides.

Kentu Umaka'a [ - Eastal Lunar - ]
M RC ( AGE: 37 :: [ NT CAPS: 157 :: NT GOALS: 31 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 12 :: V&T GOALS: 3 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Vilitan Declasse : Tropical Trophy :
Was brought up through the Rammsissil prospect development system and spent 2 and a half seasons at the big club before transferring to Makosile United. Spent 4 seasons with the Makos but after missing out on UICA competition again during Season, jumped ship and joined Eastal Lunar FC. Scored decisive shootout goal during World Cup 82 Round of 16 Penalty Shootout against Pasarga. Key member of the Eastal Lunar Side that completed the domestic trifecta over the course of 3 seasons winning the Vilitan Cup during Season 59, the Tropical Trophy for Season 60 and the teams first ever Stellar Division Title during Vilitan League Season 61. Umaka’a is also an Olympic Gold Medalist as a member of the Vilitan Union Men’s Football squad.

Kiidallen Aeroluzzi [ - Colonial Sile - ]
DM C ( AGE: 29 :: [ NT CAPS: 89 :: NT GOALS: 15 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 31 :: V&T GOALS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : ] : Vilitan Declasse :
Aeroluzzi joined Rammsissil from Surf Jettica at the age of 17 as the eventual Declasse Champions looked to bolster their squad ahead of a season 57 Stellar Division return. Aeroluzzi would play just two seasons for Rammsissil before the allure of Colonial Sile came calling. The midfielder would become a permanent fixture in the Colonial Sile roster in a decision that improved the players exposure but would ultimately reduce their silverware haul as Rammsissil would enter a period of success including internationstatal and domestic trophies while Colonial Sile continued their historical trend of high finishes in the Vilitan Stellar Division with no trophies to show for it.

Naraiza Ruaplal [ - Broadview AFC (CBP) - ]
DM C ( AGE: 23 :: [ NT CAPS: 50 :: NT GOALS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 44 :: V&T GOALS: 6 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
A Vilita-Turori Dual national; Ruaplal was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup. Appeared in the 7th Cup of Champions competition for Vilita although as Vilita technically registered under the Vilita and Turorian association, the player did not sacrafice their eligibility to play for Turori. Became the first Vilita & Turorian player to play domestically in Baker Park after signing with Broadview AFC during the 26th Transfer Window. Ruaplal was one of just 3 players to participate in both the Vilita & Turori squads for the 45th and 50th Di Bradini Cup, improving on the second occasion winning the Di Bradini Cup Trophy. Ruaplal also was a Gold Medalist at the XIV Olympic Games with the Vilitan Union.

Cuoabaza Orani’aoa [ - Inura Forests AFC - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 24 :: [ NT CAPS: 39 :: NT GOALS: 6 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 39 :: V&T GOALS: 7 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Youth Starlet who signed a first team at their local club Inura Forests in Turori at the age of 16 years. Was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup. Returned as a senior member of the Vilita and Turori Under-21 Squad that would win the 50th Di Bradini Cup, scoring the game winning goal in the Championship Game against Krytenia. Orani’aoa is also an Olympic Gold Medalist with the Vilitan Union side in the XIV Olympic Games.

Kinabo Telioa [ - Olympia FC (EFL) - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 18 :: [ NT CAPS: 23 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 13 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Made their debut for the Vilita and Turori Under-21 side as a substitute on the 50th Di Bradini Cup championship winning team. Made full debut for Turori during the 10th Eagles Cup Competition against Graintfjall. Scored first career senior goal against Gergary during World Cup 88 Qualifying. Made three substitute appearances for the Turori National Team during the World Cup 88 Finals, Turori’s first World Cup Championship campaign. Early career performance resulted in a high potential valuation from the Turori National and subsequent high-value transfer to Olympia FC in Eastfield Lodge

Tulaki Rauogba [ - René Skaé (FFD) - ]
A MC ( AGE: 25 :: [ NT CAPS: 38 :: NT GOALS: 5 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 28 :: V&T GOALS: 3 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Top performer at the Mliona-Lpaka Academy with two appearances in the Tropicorp Youth Challenge Cup Final. Was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup. Also appeared in the 7th Cup of Champions for Vilita though as the team was registered through the Vilita and Turori Association did not lose eligibility for Turori where they are expected to declare for future competitions. Left the Mliona-Lpaka Academy after the teams relegation from the Vilitan Stellar Division to join Apoxian side Oldem Knights. Officially declared for Turori during the World Cup 84 Qualification Cycle making their debut in a 3-0 victory over Guadalajara. Scored their first career goal for Turori on Matchday 11 of World Cup 84 Qualifiers agaisnt 95X. Played one season in Apox before returning to Atlantian Oceania to join Farfishi Champions Cup contenders René Skaé during the 27th Transfer Window. Rauogba is also an Olympic Gold Medalist with the Vilitan Union side in the XIV Olympic Games.

Lati'ala Giaoka [ - Yeaddin Owls - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 28 :: [ NT CAPS: 97 :: NT GOALS: 15 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 30 :: V&T GOALS: 6 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : ]
Lati'ala Giaoka impressed from a young age at the Owls Castle Academy and earned their first professional contract with the Yeaddin Owls at the age of 16. During Season 56, Giaoka became the youngest player to appear in a Stellar Division match for the Owls since Mako Canopii made their debut at the age of 16 during Vilitan League Season 50. The Turorian played an important role in Vilita & Turori’s triumph during AOCAF 56, the only major internationstatal tournament Giaoka has won.

Friika Diirotora [ - Kionao Locals - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 8 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 15 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Diirotora was a squad player for the Vilitan Union winning the Gold Medal at the XIV Olympic Games, and, for Vilita and Turori in winning the 50th Di Bradini Cup. Scored first career goal for Turori National Team on the final matchday of World Cup 88 Qualifying against Fluvannia.

:: Reserves ::

None

FORWARDS:

Meldi'ita Mungwaii [ - Arlington City (ZWZ) - ]
F C ( AGE: 39 :: [ NT CAPS: 128 :: NT GOALS: 69 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 13 :: V&T GOALS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
After getting their first shot in the lower leagues at Turorian side Inura Forests, Mungwaii got the call to the big time become Inura Forests all-time highest transfer when switching to Eastal Lunar during Season 46. Mungwaii barely played a full season in Seraii, however, as the Turori National Team strikers potentially was quickly noticed and Jungle Strike FC came calling making Mungwaii the highest transfer in Eastal Lunar history as well. In 15 seasons at Jungle Strike FC, Mungwaii would win the Vilitan Stellar Division Five times, the Vilitan Cup 6 times as well as a pair of Tropical trophies. Mungwaai holds the Strike FC record for most Star-of-Match performances in a single season having been named first star in 12 of Strikes 26 Stellar Division matches during Vilitan League Season 61. Mungwaai is also tied for 5th all time in goals scored for Strike FC along with Friekder Dandaellion. The Turorian is also an Olympic Gold Medalist having been a part of the Vilitan Union Squad at the XI Olympic Games in Aeropag and won the AOCAF 56 Title with Vilita and Turori. After fighting to keep their place in the starting Lineup at Strike FC during Vilitan League Season 62, Mungwaii decided to search for a new challenge and joined Zwangzug side Arlington City, quickly making an impact helping the team to first place and a Taça das Confederações Final victory.

Nua'oma Aikiki [ - Jungle Strike FC - ]
F C ( AGE: 27 :: [ NT CAPS: 107 :: NT GOALS: 40 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 30 :: V&T GOALS: 13 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
Brought up through the youth system at FC Almintora. Made their international debut on Matchday 3 of World Cup 82 Qualifying and then scored their first career international goal on Matchday five of World Cup 82 Qualifying against Cosenolta. After impressing for the Turori National Team and helping guide FC Almintora back to the Vilitan Declasse Division, Aikiki earned a high-profile transfer to Jungle Strike FC to continue their development in the shadow of Medli’ita Mungwaii. Aikiki’s partnership with Mungwaii helped boost Strike back to the top of the Vilitan League earning trophies in the Tropical Trophy, Vilitan Cup and ultimately the Vilitan Stellar Division. As a youngster, Aikiki won AOCAF 56 for their first major trophy at the intenationstatal level and would later win the Gold Medal at the XIV Olympic Games. Aikiki led Turori’s 3rd-place effort at Eagle’s Cup X with five goals included a hattrick in the Bronze Medal match against Cassadaigua.

Turakia Diijelhma [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ]
F C ( AGE: 26 :: [ NT CAPS: 63 :: NT GOALS: 14 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 30 :: V&T GOALS: 7 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Diijelhma made their international debut on the multiverse’s biggest stage as a substitute in Turori’s 2-1 World Cup 81 Round of 16 knockout round victory over host nation Banija. Diijelhma would spend six seasons competing for the Yeaddin Owls moving in and out of the IFCF Qualification places but never securing silverware. The Turorian would return home to join up with Turori’s most succesful club of all time, Cednia Beach AFC, in time for the 65th Vilitan League Season. The Turorian would earn their first International triumph as a member of the Vilitan Union squad that won the Olympic Gold medal in Orean & Istria in the Games of the XIV Olympiad.

Loala Inkabu [ - Bastion (EUR) - ]
F C ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 5 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 21 :: V&T GOALS: 8 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Inkabu made a surprise regional debut on the opening matchday of AOCAF 61 and got on the scoresheet in their debut. Would not feature greatly for Vilita & Turori until the 50th Di Bradini Cup helping Vilita & Turori to the Di Bradini Cup Title. Made Full International debut in 2-1 victory over Krytenia in World Cup 88 Qualifying for Turori. Scored first career goal on final matchday of World Cup 88 Qualifying and would help the Turori National Team win World Cup 88. Following the triumph at the World Cup, Inkabu would depart the Turoki Academy after being recruited by Euran side Bastion. Scored the Vilitan Union’s only goal in the XV Summer Olympic Football Gold Medal Winning Game against Chromatika.

Kala'a Yuliizala [ - Colonial Sile - ]
F C ( AGE: 26 :: [ NT CAPS: 35 :: NT GOALS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 22 :: V&T GOALS: 8 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
A key member of the youth movement at Inland Peaks FC, Yuliizala’s early call up to the senior squad domestically attracted the attention of the Vilita and Turori coaching staff who called the Turorian striker into the AOCAF 57 squad. Yuliizala was part of the Turorian side that made it to the World Cup 82 Final and eventually earned themselves a high profile transfer to Colonial Sile during the Vilitan League’s 62nd season, earning the chance to compete in the IFCF Globe Cup for the first time. The Turorian would earn their first International triumph as a member of the Vilitan Union squad that won the Olympic Gold medal in Orean & Istria in the Games of the XIV Olympiad.

Lutara Makakio [ - Venom Youth Academy - ]
F C ( AGE: 18 :: [ NT CAPS: 11 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 15 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : Eagles Cup : Di Bradini Cup 50 : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
As a trainee at the Venom Youth Academy, Makakio was invited to the Vilita and Turori squad for the 50th Di Bradini Cup. As an inexperienced academy trainee, Makakio served in a substitute role but made a handful of appearances en route to the side winning the Di Bradini Cup title. Makakio made their full debut for the Turori National Team at Eagle’s Cup X, starting the opening match against Zwangzug. Makakio would go on to make 6 appearances in the competition but was unable to secure their first international goal at the time. Makakio would play a part in Turori's World Cup 88 Triumph but once again did not find themselves on the scoresheet. It wasn't until Matchday 4 of the 51st Di Bradini Cup that Makakio finally netted their first career goal, scoring the second of two in a 2-0 Group Stage victory over Island of the Lost. Makakio would finally break through with their first goal for the Turori National Team during the Quarter Finals of Eagles Cup XI scoring the game winner against Banija.

Wiztsana Iretziia [ - East End FC (XAN) - ]
F C ( AGE: 38 :: [ NT CAPS: 103 :: NT GOALS: 27 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 15 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 88 : ][ : AOCAF 56 : ][ : Olympic Gold Medal : ]
Iretziia transferred out of the Vilitan League after its 54th season to join famed Pasargan club Galatica. They would spend six seasons in Pasarga before becoming the first Vilita & Turorian player to feature for a Xannerian club with a transfer to East End FC

:: Reserves ::

None

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[Brenecia]

BRENECIA
World Ranking: 16th
Preferred Formation: 4-3-3
Backup Formations: 4-2-3-1
Style Modifier: -1
Home Stadium: Kingsgarden - a 58,000 all-seater in the capital of Rozelle.
Kit Supplier: ediraf
Nickname: the Patriots

After a distinctly uninspiring World Cup, Brenecia look distinctly past their prime, a prime exemplified by Lauren Cheney, who has had enough of being crowbarred into the system and decided to focus on her club career. Sienna Fallon is preaching patience, but she's probably keeping her job on the strength of a 3-0 win over South Newlandia in an otherwise tepid set of regionals. Oh, and because nobody else - including, honestly, Fallon herself - wants the job. Still... they're still Brenecia, world champions a shade under 20 years ago, and they'll always be dark horses.

Honours
Campionato Esportiva 14, 17, 19, 22 and 25 champions.
World Cup 80 champions.
Casaran round participation award.

Overall Record
428 wins - 127 draws - 144 losses
1419 scored - 811 conceded

Most Caps
187 - Mathis Woodgate
162 - Catherine Gryphon
157 - Catherine Purrington
148 - Lauren Cheney
126 - Orson Faulkner, Anaximander Scrivener
121 - Miriam Spitfire, Squire Trevelyan
119 - Ursula Rankin
118 - Gethin Quill
117 - Sam Allbeck, Corby Wheeler
112 - Isadora Cullen
108 - Brandon Duguid, Ceridwen Fletcher
103 - Roisin Carroll
100 - Elsie Drover, Niko Szubanski

Most Goals
67 - Ursula Rankin, Lauren Cheney
50 - Catherine Purrington
48 - Cheney Scherzer
43 - Kara Ciogach
39 - Squire Trevelyan

First Team and Tactics

Sienna Fallon's national pool is physical, disciplined and tough to break down, but lacks out-and-out goal threat after the international retirement of professional egomaniac Lauren Cheney. Brenecia will not be prolific, aiming mostly to break teams down in the centre of the park and spring quick counters down the flanks, with a conservative approach and a deep defensive line.

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* Carpenter and Caitiff take most free-kicks and corners; Caitiff takes penalties
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Staff
Manager - Sienna Fallon - Age 45
Asst. Manager - Eloisa Motherford - Age 54

Sienna Fallon did not imagine this as her career trajectory. She was briefly North Hall manager, her home club, the only club she ever played for, before they brought the far more experienced Charles Hunter in to supplant her. Still, she's highly-rated, and far more ambitious than she ever was as a player. Former assistant Jess Curtin took the job at Rockridge Phoenix, replacing the fired Eloisa Motherford... who replaces her as assistant.

Goalkeepers
Core
1 - GK - Scathach Wright ( Raynor City United) - Age 32 - 124 caps, 58 clean sheets
C78 Galactico
An energetic and zealous sweeper, an acrobatic shot-stopper, an inspired distributor - Wright does a lot, and occasionally will make an error, but that's worth it. She was error-prone earlier in her career, but when she ironed that out, she duly became worthy of being mentioned in the same sentence as Mathis Woodgate.

12 - GK - Anthea Finnan ( Holdenberg City) - Age 29 - 6 caps, 2 clean sheets
Endearingly twitchy, and quick on her feet. Finnan's rise has been thoroughly deserved, and she's overcome a number of career setbacks to put herself in the driver's seat as a successor to Wright.

20 - GK - Cairbre Dundalk ( North Laithland) - Age 29 - 2 caps, 1 clean sheet
Despite being 5'8" - with all the weakness in the air that entails - Dundalk's made a name for himself as a brilliant reflex stopper who never lets errors get him down.

Defenders
2 - RB - Clovette Bravender ( Ulsa) - Age 27 - 71 caps, 4 goals
Bravender's combination of blinding pace, limitless energy and enthusiastic slinging of crosses into the box were evident from the start; it's only in her mid-20s that she was able to match it with sharp and excellent defending at the other end, making her a superb generalist.

3 - LB - Triss Roscommon ( Revolutionaries) - Age 30 - 78 caps, 4 goals
A slender fullback, poised, technical and intelligent. The best fullbacks know when to hold 'em and fold 'em, and when to run (constantly); Roscommon has all these gifts and more, as any midfielder would be proud to have her passing range with her left. A born leader.

5 - CB - Finn Leadbetter ( Holdenberg) - Age 31 - 116 caps, 14 goals
A colossal defender who loves to put a bit of stick about. The art of defending and the joy of defending remain alive whenever Leadbetter is on the pitch. A serious destroyer of men in either box, and a genuine threat in set pieces.

6 - CB - Casey Giltanan ( Workers Union) - Age 26 - 76 caps, 5 goals
Giltanan's more than a statement about Brenecia's paper-thin stocks at centre-half. She is a bona fide talent, taking an early gamble in Eura and hoping it'll come off. Early signs are positive, with Giltanan's mixture of composure on the ball and bloody-mindedness off it papering over occasional lapses in concentration that time should beat out.

17 - RB - Caithe Shepherd ( Brinemouth) - Age 29 - 54 caps, 1 goal
A pacy and diligent fullback, Shepherd always seems to be in the thick of the action. She still sporadically makes errors, leaves space, and lunges a little too eagerly into homicidal challenges. But just as one begins to despair, she saves the day at either end.

18 - CB - Athelney Shrine ( Southern Star) - Age 23 - 8 caps
One of Brenecia's many rock-solid defenders, Shrine's about as fast a sprinter as an actual shrine. Fortunately, her instincts rarely guide her astray, and she's an oasis of calm no matter the pressure, both in and out of possession.

22 - LB - Mynah Seeler ( Southern Star) - Age 24 - 9 caps
A deft, pacy fullback, Seeler's miniscule size helps her slip beneath notice as.she goes on daring runs down the flank. But she's no less diligent at the back. The kind of player who can seemingly spend ninety minutes sprinting, with the attitude to want to.

Midfielders
4 - DM - Ronan Schofield ( Raynor City United) - Age 26 - 59 caps, 1 goal
An unnervingly commanding presence in the middle of the park, Schofield is oddly effortless in all his motions, whether in sweeping passes from flank to flank, or deftly bullying opponents out of possession. Time is honing him into an ever smoother, more confident player, and he's becoming a vital cog of the team.

8 - CM - Esther Caitiff ( Ulsa) - Age 30 - 115 caps, 23 goals
Expert at deft touches and ankle-taps, Caitiff combines a street-fighter's eye for sizing up an opponent with a devil-may-care attitude and the skill to live up to it. Somehow, Caitiff always finds herself embedded deep in the fray.

11 - AM - Felicia Brind ( South Laithland) - Age 28 - 26 caps, 3 goals
Brind carries on the proud tradition of calling up someone born and raised in Nephara, though at least her incomprehensible Valeside drawl makes her less of an easy flashback to tattooed longbowmen. She's a deft, clever and diligent street footballer, deceptively fast and with an eye for goal.

13 - AM - Consaidin Garrard ( FK Metropola Borograd) - Age 23 - 16 caps, 6 goals
Athletic and versatile, Garrard burst onto the scene early, able to hold his own against fierce pressure. He's found his place in the squad as a highly mobile danger-man with a beautifully deft first touch, but able to press aggressively to win the ball, a natural fit for Fallon's concussive system.

19 - DM - Tethys Ondrejko ( Farrenton Athletic) - Age 29 - 30 caps
Ondrejko looks the part of a bruising marauder. A very tired bruising marauder. For all that, she's extremely capable with the ball at her feet, as well as being able to, well, maraud and bruise with the best of them. Pace is her only weakness, thanks perhaps to a tendency to carry a few extra pounds.

23 - CM - Iseult Conway ( Northern Union) - Age 23 - 12 caps, 2 goals
Quick-witted, quick-footed, and always with a smile on her face. Conway is an unflashy but diligent box-to-box shuttler with a hint of the unpredictable, and excels at bringing the ball forward between the lines. Fouls a lot, and always seems to get away with it - though at club level, is that just because she plays for Union?

Forwards
7 - RW - Kendra Carpenter ( Wirr Tsi) - Age 25 - 21 caps, 5 goals
A classy, elegant winger who has worked hard for every sniff of football she's had, and will take no chance for granted. Energetic and fearless, Carpenter won't feel the weight of that number 7; the kind of player who can leave Northern Union's comfortable nest and keep going from strength to strength.

9 - ST - Mhacha White ( Farrenton Athletic) - Age 28 - 78 caps, 34 goals
Like Ursula Rankin, White made her way through FC Endeavour's overclocked reserves program, the Centre for Excellence, before seeking regular minutes elsewhere; like Ursula Rankin, she's a boxy poacher with a quick switch of pace and a great eye for turning. But she's tall, and a far more complete forward than Rankin ever was.

10 - LW - Katua Byrne ( KT Itzalovalle) - Age 20 - 16 caps, 6 goals
Byrne's got it all. Top-class pace, fully two-footed, even relishes defensive work pressing high. She's going to go far, and she knows it, forcing a move to Audioslavia to get away from pockmarked Brenecian pitches. Still, is she really ready for this level of competition?

14 - ST - Danand Tristram ( Northern Stallions) - Age 24 - 14 caps, 5 goals
A powerhouse up front, and a traditional target woman in a way that Brenecia haven't had since the underutilised Fox Charnwood. Tristram is the kind of relentless brawler that doesn't consider a game complete until her elbows have been in at least four faces. The goals are a nice bonus, too.

15 - RW - Mathgamain Fife ( Rozelle) - Age 26 - 44 caps, 9 goals
An industrious winger, Fife never stops running and never lets defenders feel comfortable. Direct to the point of tunnel vision, but his peerless pace and power combine to ensure he can batter his way through poor decisions and turn them into goals.

16 - LW - Fortune Russell ( AC Izotz Zubia) - Age 29 - 38 caps, 8 goals
Speed typical of a winger, combined with a target man's muscle and a willingness to throw it about. She's not soon forgotten by opposing fullbacks, and has exceeded all expectations for her ability to cut it at the top level; after all, she was seen as something of an afterthought when Zozi bought her. Despite this, she's become a mainstay for the national team.

21 - ST - Rogue Lyrick ( Rolalas FC) - Age 26 - 17 caps, 5 goals
"If Cheney wants the number 7 back," Lyrick boasted last year, "she'll have to come and take it from me." She did. But Lyrick has at least proven she's a very capable striker, two-footed and seething with pace.

[Southwest Eastnorth]

SWEN PIONEERS/FRONTIERSMEN ROSTER

FORMATION 3-3-4-1 (F-M-D-G)
Style Modifier +4
COACH: Jayson Rox (28 years old)
ASSITANTS: Dennetter DiMore (Age 48), B.J Rotheborune (age 46)

FORWARDS

#3 Jessica Roth - Ripken River AA
#5 Gorman Thurman IV - Islandside (Xanneria
#11 Chris Houton - Capital FC (Xanneria)
#27 Leigh Bourne - Grandal Wild FC
#29 Jeremy Murdock - Topps Valley Heritage FC
#35 Phillip Di Grassi - Grandal Wild FC

MIDFIELDERS

#2 Alfonso Rogilio - White Sock United
#16 Mark Martz-Marx - Journey Bay FC
#24 Jessica Ryan - Topps Valley Heritage FC
#25 Kevin Elder - Yelichville Union
#30 Trevor White - Topps Valley Heritage FC
#85 Robbie Gear - Dursten Easterners - Xanneria

DEFENDERS

#4 Mike Donaldson - White Sock United
#6 DeShaque'm Harnett - White Sock United
#9 Phil Bruce - Colome Range FC
#13 Lucy Hermanez - Yelichville Union
#19 Esther Bloemfurst - PFC Canada City
#55 Devin Thompson - Mt Moustakis
#77 Gerrard Klattenberg - Gauldashian AC (Starcom Racing)

GK
#0 Mick Bolen - White Sock United
#00 Trevor Ducksby - PFC Canada City

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Godmod scoring events: Yes But keep it infrequent
RP injuries to my players: Yes Typical injuries, that will not result in heavy losses
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes Keep it infrequent
Godmod other events: Yes

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[Audioslavia]

National Football Team

##  Pos     Name                   Age Club
 1    G     Goran Stroud            30 1830 Cathair
 2  D/M R   Tiago Brown             23 Cazadores Cathair
 3  D/M L   Floriano Côtescassées   23 KT Itzalovalle
 4    D C   Archer Flat             24 Shamrock Cathair
 5    D C   David Logan             32 Holdenberg
 6    D C   Leonardo Ceron          31 AC Izotz Zubia
 7    M CR  Erwin Spijkers          28 Crisisbless
 8    M C   Moses Moxey             29 Holdenberg
 9    F C   Koenraad Rijsbergen     30 KT Moreazerua
10   AM C   Olavi Kivela            24 1912 Stelburg
11    M C   Declan MacCowan         28 Shamrock Cathair
12 AM/F C   Eurico Da Rosa          27 KT Itzalovalle
13  D/M C   Yuriorkis Stelea        19 KT Itzalovalle
14    M RCL Antoine Letexier        22 1830 Cathair
15   DM C   Iago Cacho              32 Cazadores Cathair
16    D C   Riccardo Rastelli       32 Jinja City FC
17    M C   Tigran Deschapelles     31 AC Izotz Zubia
18    F C   Fergus Coren            25 AC Izotz Zubia
19    D CR  Daniel MacCowan         28 Shamrock Cathair
20    D C   Obadele Volonte         21 Cazadores Cathair
22    G     Thomas McFarland        27 Shamrock Cathair
23    G     Maren Artetxebarria     31 KT Moreazerua
24    M C   Brannigan Burley        26 1830 Cathair
25    F C   Esro Sepúlveda          21 AC Izotz Zubia

Formation: 3-4-2-1 / 5-4-1
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How to RP Audioslavia’s Players
Goran Stroud - Jens Lehmann’s brain in Goran Ivanisevic’s body.
Tiago Brown - Early 60s Cleveland Browns running back Jim Brown cosplaying as Adama Traoré.
Floriano Côtescassées - remember when Asier Del Horno was the next best thing for about five minutes in 2004? That.
Leandro Ceron - what if Pochettino was as good a player as he is a manager. YMMV.
Archer Flat - What if Francis Begbie but ginger.
Daniel and Declan MacCowan - What if the Neville brothers were all Phil Nevilles but one thought they were Roy Keane
Moses Moxey - What if Patrick Viera thought he was Joey Barton
Brannigan Burley - What if Joey Barton were played by William Shatner
Erwin Spijkers - What if Arjen Robben but too much?
Antoine Letexier - What if Franck Ribery were Starblaydi.
Olavi Kivela - what if Jari Litmanen were trapped in Danny Mills's body
Koenraad Risjbergen - So five years ago third division Italian side Calcio Lecco 1912 had a striker called Cristofoli who was an outright thug. His favourite move was to hold defenders by the throat whenever he tried to run past one. Rijsbergen is what happens if this guy was crossed with a poor man’s Lewandowski.

Manager Rohan Cammers (APX) is what if Eric Cantona were forced to live in Robbie Savage’s body but had Jamie Carragher's accent + what if Cam Newton got dressed in the dark.


Culture
The Audioslavian way of playing football includes using a fair amount of gamesmanship and cheap tactics to try to tip the balance in their favour. Audioslavia play a brand of counter-attacking football named Kontrapuntzeka in which they attempt to soak up pressure in order to hit their opponents on the break. As a result they often have problems with breaking down teams that defend solidly. Audioslavian players tend to be on the smaller side, averaging around 5’9 with a few exceptions here and there (Moxey, Rijsbergen and Stroud are above 6’0, but most of the others aren’t, including the back five) but are usually physically fitter than their opponents, as such able to keep playing at the same level deep into games and capitalising as their opponents tire. The trade-off to this is a lack of technique compared to their international rivals. Oh, and there are always quesitons about the team’s mentality. If things start going wrong, mistakes, insecurity and infighting start to creep into the Audioslavians’ game.

If you ignore the most recent CAFA Cup (which Audioslavia's national team certainly seemed to at the time) Audioslavian football is at a high point, with the side seventh in the KPB rankings and the domestic league the best in the world. Their third place at the World Cup and their AOCAF Cup triumph prior to it makes for their best performance in a cycle since the great 63-64 side won everything twice.

Historically, this means we're due a setback, which I trust you will provide.

Permissions
This is your team. If you want to add a personality trait to anyone, go right ahead. I’ll run with it. Audioslavia are cartoon baddies and I welcome you to use them as such. Everything [Y].

[Pluvia and the Saxean Isles]

Pluvia and the Saxean Isles World Cup 89 Roster

Nickname: Magpies
Formation: 4-3-3
Style: +1.5
Manager: Lucian Hammerschmidt

The Magpies' uniform is a traditional black and white striped kit with white shorts. However, they may be seen on occasion sporting the national colors of blue and gold with white shorts.

Goalkeepers
GK #1 Bram Holger, 29, Claesey Athletic
GK #12 Marc Neufeld, 33, Port Marian FC
GK #23 Danny Brandt, 26, RSC Marienburg

Defenders
LB #2 Ashton Houghton, 29, Port Marian FC
CB #3 Tristan Baumeister, 26, Victoria Alenard
CB #4 Gregor O'Donnell, 33, Claesey Athletic
RB #5 Axel Newman, 29, SC Roslina
FB #13 Lachlan West, 28, Barnwick Rovers
CB #14 Christopher Sussman, 30, Marienburg City
FB #15 Alistair Bradley, 24, Racing Club Alenard
CB #16 Joshua Weidenfeld, 26, RSC Marienburg

Midfielders
LM #6 Matthew Fletcher, 32, Marienburg City
CM #8 Niko Gardner, 33, RSC Marienburg
RM #10 Tristan Schuerer, 30, Racing Club Alenard, captain
MF #17 Brandon Turner, 28, Victoria Alenard
MF #18 Alfie Baker, 30, Victoria Alenard
MF #19 Bernard Davies, 32, Claesey Athletic

Forwards
LW #11 Carsten Francke, 27, SC Roslina
ST #9 Otto Pearce, 33, Invictus 1889
RW #7 Rory Goldberg, 25, Brentsea Athletic
FW #20 Finn Roberts, 31, Racing Club Alenard
FW #21 Adam Black, 27, Invictus 1889
FW #22 Davis Kingsley, 25, Marienburg City

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I Give My Opponent Permission To:
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    Choose My Goalscorers: Yes
    Godmod Goalscoring Events: No
    Injure Players: Small things, every two of my players you injure, one of yours must be injured
    Godmod Injury Events: No
    Red Card Players: Yes, one for one on each team
    Yellow Card Players: Yes, two on my team for one on your team
    Godmod Other Events: No
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[Trolleborg]

TROLLEBORG NATIONAL TEAM

Nickname: Trolls

Total official games in every tournament +104=36–50 373-264
In World Cup Qualification tournaments +57=19-23 221-147

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NATIONAL TEAM

COACH

Morten Troghil is a manager of the team since its creation, create a rather strong team, and right now his reputation as coach is very high – altought no one is known what fate give

PLAYERS

After very unlucky most recent season team played rather well in IAC-13 and went to win Melayu Cup. Eagles Cup is seen as a good place to prepare for next WCQ.

GOALKEEPERS

Tomas Kot Kotsson (32 years). Flexible and agile, quick-thinking, he recently made a quick progress – probably due to the hard work and improved quality of defence. Altought previously he was justifiable castigated for a big numbers of goals conceded, and there was doubts if he continue as number one, in the last tournaments he improved his game significantly, and conceded less goals than every other goalkeeper in the recent WCQ, rising then to a man of iconic stature due to his performance in IAC and MC.
Jesper Krogh (24). Player who already prove himself on a league level, fast and good at the second floor, without losing something in his first floor game skills, making some incredible saves in our league. At the MC-7 he taste big game first time and having rather positive reviews, after that he prove himself as reliable goalkeeper, and right now counted as strong contender for the goalkeeper position number two. His performance at the recent Eagle Cup was justifiable critized, but nevertheless he was added to the lineup in preparation of WCQ.
Finnsnes Soderhelm (29). “Confidence come with experience”, – often said coaches, and it’s close to what happened to this goalkeeper. Having spent full first half of career mostly as backup in the first league teams, he move one floor down and soon return to the spotlight as a reliable and competent goalkeeper. With a lot of experience behing him, he is great in handling things in his domain, always cool-headed even in the most difficult situations, while giving sense of security to his teammates. He was right now third choice keeper, earned his first cap on the IAC and have few minutes on the field at Eagle Cup.

DEFENDERS

Kasper Wolters (29). One of the team brightest stars, he is right back by default, but he is very strong, very fast, have a very good shot and even better crossing skill. Having all this, he very often make a lighting runs to the opposition box and sometime substitute right midfielder. But right now coaches ask him to not overextend himself.
Karsten Lindeblad (24). Robust right defender, fast and strong, with good position sense, he prove himself in the Trolleborg league as worthy opponent even for the best forwards, fighting for every ball and never give up. His performance in the international football is, however, was not convincing, but he was nevertheless added to the squad.
Aien Troger(30). He is (up to most recent time) fast, strongly build and extremely good in tackling. It’s very challenging to move into the box past him and he is made a serious progress for four seasons Trolleborg team played in the international football. Altought being (probably) in his last playing years, he was a pillar of defence, but it will be seen whom coach paired him in the centre.
Joran Du Riis (27). Cold-blooded fighter prove that he more than capable holding his own at the highest level. Agile and fast-moving, but solidly builded and used this for his advantage, he prefers play either to the right of center or on the right side, as team needed.
William Schendel (25). Versatile fast moving defender known for his skillful positioning and man-marking, highly effective in breaking opposition attacks, great in the heading, with incredible high crosses-interception rate. But right now he hasn’t a permanent place in the lineup.
Torgeir Dushegub (33). Known as a Column, this tall and strong player usually dominates a box both in the air and at the grass. Being always calm and confidence, he projected aura of them around. Age advanced on him, but he was trying to live up to the fan expectations.
Jesper Loonstrup(24). One of the youngest members of the team, he is flank defender in the preferred Trolleborg style – fast moving, adept in supporting attacking moves, willingly throw himself in the way of the ball, aggressive in tackling.
Heiko Aldekamp (29). Useful addition to the team, can play both right and left defender, preferably first one, moving fast and tackling hard. Probably he will have much more time than usual on the tournament due to the less-than-brilliant conditions of Nikolaas Laste.
Winden Norgaard (24). This fast left defender recently prove in the Trolleborg League that he has everything needed for playing at that level. He stands out for his tenacity and fitness, often move forward to support attacks, but willingly return to his duties when needed. Right now he is rarely seen in the starting lineup, but as coach prove many times, everyone has chance to make it.
Sheltern Torquelli(27). Fast-moving left defender, who due to his great strenght and stamina he can constantly push up and pull back along the touchline. His debute last season was not too good, but coach continue to use him.

MIDFIELDERS

Ruud Kolding (30). Left midfielder, he, despite his age, covering lot of ground with his unbeliveable stamina, can press forwards or go back as team need. He was absent at the last tournaments, but Morten Troghil add him to the squad wor WCQ89.
Kasper Windass (24). Broad and strong left midfielder, he looked a little bit sluggish when moving without ball, but everything changes when he have it. Then he moved extremely fast, sweeping away everything in its path due to his mighty build and usually ended move with a clever pass.
Rolf Valgren (33). Quick-thinking, with a perfect understanding of game, seeing everyone and everything in the field, and with brilliant passing skills, this man can bring ball everywhere he wants. He definitely add something from international experience, and his wealth of experience personified through by his calmness on the ball. He was already in the advanced age, but continue to perform his duties on the good level.
Finn Finnsnes (32). Playing usually attacking midfielder, free forward or link man between midfielders and attackers, he is swift, smart, good dribbler with a great sense of goal possibilities. Having all this, he didn’t make solo runs without need, and has a habit to review every option before doing something, so opponents never know beforehand what he did next second. But last season this can be also sometimes said for his teammates.
Morten Troll (28). He is a brightest star amongst midfielders in the whole country. Genius of game, with a wonderful dribbling, beautiful technique, excellent pass and extremely good shot, he won many games for his local team single-handedly, but also a great team player with great repertoire of tricks. Highly probably, he will be a player of generation, and very probably, best player Trolleborg ever had. He brilliantly justified all the positive reviews even when team performance was rather uninspiring. Recently Troghil to give other players chance to play in the centre, but looked like they they all lack something he has.
Kenneth Pathmoor (25). Recent addition to the team, Kenneth already play in the WCQ cycle, altought coach don’t selected him for the World Cup itself. But looked like everything is ahead for this versatile and clever midfielder, who can cover a lot of space and conjure goal opportunity for his forwards from nothing. With his pace, agility and an eye for goal he probably has a bright future. But something went wrong when he don national team shirt and right now, however, he was not a key figure on the field, to the much of Morten Troghil dissatisfaction.
Hendrick Groningen (30). The defensive midfielder, probably the best in his generation, he was not selected to play in BoF and joined team by way, proved himself worthy of a place in the team, caused a lot of problems to the attacking players of the opposing teams. His talent of intercepting ball in the middle and using every possibility to begin attacks was fully appreciated by everyone – apart, probably, of his opponents. Recent season was not his best ever, but he remains most convincing player available to Morten Troghil in this position.
Jesper Lucius (23). With a perfect sense of game, this central midfielder usually can move ball to where it want with only one touch, and he is good with a set-pieces. Some say, he was like a Morten Troll in his younger years, and most probably backup for him right now.
Torstein Halst (23). Right winger\forward, with a good passing, master of highly accurate long crosses and very well making in curved shots from outside the box. Willingness to fight for every ball, spare no effort, and, most importantly, improve his skills is what give this very young player a chance to play for national team.
Jesper Gronholm (26). Recent addition to the team, he was comfortable down the right flank as either defender or midfielder. Competenly hold his own while in defence, he was willingly join any move forward, where he pass ball quickly and thoughtfully, already prove this in the recent games.
Jorpen Kjelle (23). Left midfielder, prefer to move almost hugging left-hand touchline. He was as comfortable when playing left midfielder as he is operating as left defender, but right now he hasn’t defined place in the national team..

FORWARDS

Stuart Kerr (32). Almost legendary characted, worshipped by fans, Stuart is the quick, brave and skillful, moved fast despite age, love to puzzle defenders and having ability shot from everywhere in the box right despite defenders best efforts. He brilliantly confirmed his reputation as a prolific scorer at home at the international level, he was definitely keystone of team that winning BoF, winning a prize for the topgoalscorer of BoF and continue to add goals in almost every tournament. Popularity of name Stuart for the newborn babies in Trolleborg is rise exponential in all years since our national team played first game
Tom Gulbranden (31). Together with Stuart Kerr he formed one of the most iconic pairs of forwards in the South Pacific if not the world. Build like a very tall stone wall, he easily can tramp defenders if he wish to do so. But he don’t need such a things due to his other qualities. Altought never shies physical contacts with defenders and having often put opponents under pressure, he can move past defenders with surprising speed, it’s difficult to knock ball out of his possession, and his powerful leap give him many advantages. Yes, it is looked impossible, that a man of such a stature can bring himself in the air at all, but nevertheless he is – strongly jumping and struck the ball by the head with deadly precision, scoring many of the most beautiful goals of the team.
Torgeir Berglund (24). Effective center forward in front of goals, having something in common in both Kerr and Gulbranden despite their visible differences. He prove his goal-scoring talents in the national team, but usually coach put him in the lineup in less important games.
Torfinn Jivoglot (22). Albeit very young, he is already established player in the Trolleborg league with a very decent play-to-goal rate. Very fast, reading game perfectly, with a strong goal flair, he will probably have a bright future, but he need to prove his qualifications to have a spot in the national team soon.
Theo Limburn (27). This player was a veritable workhorse in the whole his career. His main talents was fast pace, tremendous workrate and indefatigability, coupled with unquenchable willingness to pursue ball whatever the chances are.

TEAM TACTICS AND GAME STYLE

Team practiced attractive attacking game on a fast pace, and already its style well-known and liked by public. Usually played 4-4-2 with defenders pressed forward whatever possible, or 3-5-2 with a midfielders move back and forth as things dictated. Integral and inalienable part of the team’s game will be mighty pressing, applied whatever on the field when ball is not on our side.

National psyche tell players to put everything even if odds are heavily against, so almost every match in the league played with high determination, and national team shirt oblige one who wore it for even more efforts – altought it was visible, that players often compeletely lose breath when unexpected setbacks occur. Unsportsmanlike behavior is highly discouraged even if in the interests of the cause, and national team players are required to meet the highest standards possible, so it is completely impossible to imagine a player of the Trolleborg national team faking injury or begging for a penalty. But players are not easily bullied, though, and more than able to stand up for themselves both as individuals and as a team, and have a strong inclination to go tit-for-tat in case of excessive brutality on the opponent’s part. Failures of other Trolleborg national sporting teams put much heavier loads and moral obligations on the footballers, and it will be seen, are they succeed to cope with it.

Style –5

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No, there was no confusion, team played attacking football on the field, while having negative style modifier for a scorinating purposes.

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Godmod scoring events: No
RP injuries to my players: Yes, but I reserve right to estimate injury severeness
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes only for a last ditch fouls or two yellows, any other variants must be discussed with me
Godmod other events: No, but if you have something interesting in mind, let me know and we try to find a middle ground.

STADIUM

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All Trolleborg’s home games, bar anything unusual happened, will be played in the capital, Trolleborg City, on a “1th December” Stadium, which have a recently upgraded and having capacity of 100000.

This stadium was built by the voluntary labor of ordinary citizens in the honour of the sacred 1th December, Trolleborg Day of Victory. And due to that tickets to all games taken place here is always free, altought in the cases there are high demand (like in the WCQ games) they are arranged by lottery. It’s located in the beautiful place – in the middle of a forested area on a peninsula protruding into the sea near the capital. Three stations of subway transport and stops of two bus routes located within two kilometers, and this allow fans arrive and leave stadium quickly and troubleless. Specially designed climate system provides around the stadium constant sunny weather with t +18C, with, maybe, occasional gusts of winds from the sea. It was also sometimes used by basketball and hockey national teams, and it’s entirely possible, that this worn out any magic of this place, since every team having too many defeats at home turf recently. Footballers, after spend two and half international season without having lose single game at home, lost almost half of all games at last two WCQs. Everyone waited new season with worry.

OUR FANS

Fans is a pride of Trolleborg and almost part of the team, having already earning themselves a name and a good reputation at every place where national team playing.

Trolleborg Republic will organize trips for a fans and they wil arrive in the host countries in a very big batches, by thousands. We are welcome every possibility to RP on this theme.

[Pyazhnaya]

Emerging from a bloody civil war that saw Pyazhnaya shake off the shackles of communism, the country is now opening up from its forced isolation, trying to form ties to the international sporting community. For many Pyazhnayans football was the one pastime that united them, despite the corrution scandals that had shaken the league for a long time, with the communist leaders moving players around to their favourite clubs and quenching opposition. Several clubs were dissolved after the war was over and now the Pyzhnayan Football Federation is picking up the pieces and trying to unite everything and everybody. The Xannerian National was the national team's first venture onto the international stage, but the first edition of CAFA in Legalese was the first official tournament of Pyazhnaya, where they were only knocked out by Saltstead in the quarter finals. They did, however, gain the attention of the international football community in their participation in the Baptism of Fire 76 tournament, where they pulled off the very rare feat of a perfect tournament, winning it with nine victories in a row, securing Pyazhnaya a record in the tournament's history books. Now it would be presumptuous to expect a continuation of this amazing run through the qualifiers for World Cup 89, but the Phoenix do not see any reason to shy away from the new challenge.


Aleksandr Zavrashin - 41
With Rodion Chernomyrdin having to step down from his position after the Xannerian National due to some health-related issues, his assistant coach Zavrashin has stepped up and is ready to show the Anaian stage that the team from the islands is more than just a new kid on the block that will be everybody's whipping person. Compared to the strict and conservative 4-4-2 of Chernomyrdin, Zavrashin puts more emphasis on flexibility and allows the players more freedom to roam depending on the situation in the game.


GK Maksimilian Chupov - 18 - Shakhter Khilvoysk
Despite his young age, Maksimilian Chupov is the probably best netminder in Pyazhnaya with catlike reflexes and good aerial prowess. His main weakness is the command of his defense, which is due to his inexperience, but exacerbated by the fact that three of the four players ahead of him are 21 and younger as well.
LB Vasily Fanin - 18 - Torpedo Krasnograd
Lightning quick on his feet, Fanin is a left back of the modern school, fast to move forward and back, with a knack for nice crosses into the opponents' box. However he still gets caught out of position too often and then has to scramble back.
CB Ulyona Khomkolova - 20 - Emberton Hibernians (KRY)
From champions FK Vselitamak, Khomkolova is as uncompromising in challenges as they come. Her grace has been likened to a disgruntled rhino before morning caffeine, but does she ever get the job done. Don't expect any technical finesse or beautiful ball distribution, if you find yourself within a few feet with her, either be very quick or ready to get closely acquainted with the grass underneath. After a bidding war in the last transfer window, she signed a contract with the Emberton Hibernians in Krytenia
CB Valentin Annenkov - 21 - Mazhny Park Severoyarsk
Where Khomkolova is the brick wall, Annenkov is a hidden playmaker in the back. Pundits have said that when footballing magic was handed out, he stepped in front of Ulyona and got her portion as well. Nimble footed and with a great eye to open up the game from the back he can take on the role of a defensive midfielder, going with Zavrashin's directive of flexibility. He is, however, relatively short for a centre back, which can pose issues for a more kick and rush orientated offense.
RB Maksimilan Trukhin - 25 - Clark City (TMB)
For most parts of the game he is almost unnoticeable, but that does not mean that he is not playing well. Immensely efficient in defensive play, he often shies away from venturing too far into the opposing half, but he knows how to shut down oncoming traffic by suddenly being in the right spot at the right time.
LM Gennady Burtsov - 29 - Advance Alara (KOR)
One of the more experienced players in the squad, Burtsov had been a mainstay for Prizrachnaya Brigada for many years before making the big step into Ko-oren. Equipped with a horse lung he can run up and down for 90 minutes and barely break a sweat, running the opposition ragged. Not a magician on the field, he is one of the players necessary so that others can work their midfield magic.
CM Andrey Guslyakov - 18 - Golubaya Zvezda Ochuromorsk
One of Pyazhnaya's raw diamonds, Guslyakov is the magician that a player like Burtsov allows to shine. Fleet-footed and graceful he has all the tools to become a bonafide playmaker that can dance around an opponent like it's nothing and also has a great shot. He just needs to bulk up a bit and work on his decision making, which at times can be a little, let's call it, surprising. Even for his own team mates.
CM Timur Krasnopyorov - 29 - Dhun Lagarr FC (TKT)
Another veteran and one of two players plying their trade in Tikariot, Krasnyoporov is the safety net for Guslyakov with his ability to shut down oncoming attacks quickly and turn play around. Where Guslyakov's shots are finessed, his are more of the steamhammer kind. He is lacking some precision, but sometimes brute force is just the right tool to get things done.
RM Inna Parshikova - 21 - Wavel AC (SRS)
Another player to have eyes on her from different scouting departments is Inna Parshikova, who has been a shooting star during the last season. Literally nobody has had her on their notepads before the season started and now she is considered the next breakout star. Blessed with tactical acumen way beyond her years, she is equally dangerous for scoring and passing, making her a total footballing package as she also is quite capable of withstanding tackles. She is one of the Pyazhnayans venturing abroad in the last transfer window, moving into the Squornshelan Remnant States.
CF Svetlana Ananyeva - 32 - Admiral Tverinsk
Ananyeva's nickname in the team is "Babushka" (Grandma), not just because she is one of the oldest players in the squad, but also because she will watch over the young ones and offer insight, comfort or stern words when needed. While relatively static in her play upfront, she has a talent to be just at the right place at the right time and use her agility to shoot from almost any position.
FW Larisa Nekrestyanova - 28 - Vilharady Owls FC (TKT)
The second player playing in Tikariot, Nekrestyanova has convinced management in Vilharady so much in her brief stint during the second half of the TPL season to secure her a starting position for the upcoming season. Not so much a born goal scorer, she can weave her way in and out of the penalty box and is great to lay off the ball for oncoming midfielders or put sharp crosses for conversion. She is, however, also adept in scoring, making her an all around offensive threat.


G Fedor Ivashin - 28 - Dinamo Krasnograd
G Nadenka Snegiryova - 33 - Torpedo Krasnograd
LB Fedor Chernykh - 29 - St. John's Arsenal (QUE)
CB Artyom Ostrovsky - 18 - Prizrachnaya Brigada Cherniy Zamok
CB Kirill Lobanov - 27 - FK Yarkuta
RB Timor Terekhov - 33 - Sila Saykonur
LM Katya Klimtsova - 30 - FK Vselitamak
CM Alyosha Meledina - 23 - Felswyr (CMT)
CM Vladimir Baskin - 27 - Molniya Sarokhovo
CM Lyubov Smagina - 22 - Armada Sovran
RM Rodion Pushkin - 20 - FK Yarkuta
FW Vsevolod Bogolyubsky - 19 - Robur Astelo (SOR)
CF Lyudmila Sharova - 29 - FK Armaskoye

Home Jersey:


Away Jersey:

The Krasnograd Dome in the Pyazhnayan capital is usually the home of Torpedo Krasnograd, but also is the stadium for the national team. With 61,000 seats it is the largest and also most modern stadium in the country, featuring all the amenities international guests expect from an international venue and its picturesque location near the waterfront also makes it easily reachable by public transit from the airport or city centre.


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My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers: Sure can
Godmod scoring events: No
RP injuries to my players: Yes (just please be reasonable)
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes (again please be reasonable)
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes (same deal)
Godmod other events: Maybe? (Please TG in this case)

[Saltstead]

Style modifier: ə (-2.72)
RP permissions: Your RP permissions are mine, short of death, disease or career-ending injuries. In case of reciprocal “no u” permissions, you may do anything short of death, disease or career-ending injuries.
Pandemic exception: I do not recognise the existence of any international pandemics, which will be construed as a series of unrelated outbreaks and will not under any circumstances extend to or from the Saltsteadish Confederation. Any attempt to introduce new disease outbreaks to Saltstead will be immediately nullified by the Ministry of Defence’s “Instantaneous Godmode Neutralisation by Optimised Revision of Events” (I.G.N.O.R.E.) system.
Note on surnames: Saltsteadish surnames follow RL Netherlands Dutch conventions on surname prefixes: they are not capitalised when used in combination with first names or initials, but are capitalised in all other situations. For example: “Carle de Marħt” (not “Carle De Marħt”), but “De Marħt” (not “de Marħt”).

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The Royal Saltsteadish Football Association proudly presents
Såutsteides näsjonal Footballsplug

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Country code: SAL
Nickname: The Stallions
National anthems: Åverstanden ut ruinen and God orhåude user Reine

Notable matches
First international: Saltstead 0–2 Loynn (Bellator, DRK; BoF 65 matchday 1)
First win: Finland 0–1 Saltstead (Bellator, DRK; BoF 65 matchday 2)
First loss: Saltstead 0–2 Loynn (Bellator, DRK; BoF 65 matchday 1)
First draw: Saltstead 4–4 Acapais (Bellator, DRK; BoF 65 semifinal)
Biggest wins: Makhnovia 0–6 Saltstead (Unknown City, MAK; WCQ 80 matchday 17); Belac 0–6 Saltstead (Unknown City, TBS; WCQ 87 matchday 18)
Biggest loss: Saltstead 0–6 Banija (Ashwell, SAL; WCQ 87 matchday 13)

Despite early rumours that Saltstead’s Federal Government would reject the Foxchester Declaration outright, the Federal Diet defied attempted political, economic and military coercion by proposing a constitutional amendment that would effectively mark Saltsteadish approval of the Declaration. In the ensuing referendum, the Saltsteadish electorate stunned pollsters with a “shy Anaian effect” by proudly and overwhelmingly becoming one of the first (if not the first) nations to explicitly endorse Foxchester via popular vote. As the popular refrain went: “if being among our friends and neighbours is treason, we are happy to be traitors.”

But despite Foxchester casting a large shadow over Saltstead’s World Cup qualifying campaign, Saltsteaders’ exercise of their right to self-determination proved one of the most fortunate decisions in the history of Saltsteadish football. Christiane van Åupħen returned to temporarily helm the national team and led Saltstead to their best performance at the Cup of Harmony since Tlanx-Nulzk Hal’s brief reign, winning a tricky group, comfortably getting through the first knockout round and taking the eventual runners-up to extra time. But it was the inaugural CAFA Cup that truly shone, as the Stallions squeezed through as runners-up before beating former AOCAF champions Ko-oren and future Baptism of Fire champions Pyazhnaya—the first and second regional knockout wins in Saltsteadish history—only to have their first Anaian tournament brought to an end in the semifinals at the hands of the eventual champions. As a result, Van Åupħen has secured her place as Saltstead’s new permanent head coach to face the upcoming meat grinder that is qualification.

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Personnel
Head coach: Frue Christiane van Åupħen
Assistant coaches: Heir Aleksänder van den Bergen and Heir Clement Kolen
Fitness coach: Frue Elisabeth Grönberg | Medical lead: Heir Alexander Sänt-Johannes | Physio: Frue Michaèla Appelhorst
Former Saltsteadish youth team director and interim head coach during the nearly-tragic Cup of Harmony 74 campaign, Van Åupħen has secured the position of head coach after nearly guiding Saltstead to the Cup of Harmony quarterfinals and the final of the first CAFA Cup and now has the job of sustaining the performances which got her the job. In many ways a formative part of the Stallions’ early history, the Halsinger has made her mark on the National Eleven by adopting a greater focus on the neglected counterattack that won the Confederation plaudits in years gone by. Van Åupħen has retained one of her predecessor’s co-assistants, with fitness coach and former Stallions midfielder Clement Kolen promoted to be Aleksänder van den Bergen’s partner on staff.

National team pool
Saltstead will use a thirty-five player pool for World Cup qualifying, built primarily around the CAFA squad. Twenty-three players will be chosen from the pool for each matchweek; no squad changes will be made in the middle of a matchweek except to replace injured or suspended players.

Goalkeepers
№1 Heir Robert-Jan van Daal (age 31; Königlik Veelheim)
№12 Frue Kathrinita Äsħes (age 30; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)
№13 Frue Julij Kåler (age 27; Saint George University)
№24 Frue Christijn Sänt-Andreas (age 25; Cherrygrove City)

Defenders
№2 Heir Micħäl Aurelius (age 25; Sant-Claudie)
№3 Heir Johannes-Peter “Jan-Pijr” Åudenberg (age 24; Ōtachi Audfort)
№16 Frue Serena van Middelkamp (age 24; Union Orange)
№17 Frue Catharine de Vriħt (age 30; Cherrygrove City)
№25 Heir Gunner Stepħenssen (age 28; Royal Michaeltown)
№15 Heir Pijr Josefssen (age 26; Royal Michaeltown)
№19 Heir Johan van Tilborg (age 26; Cherrygrove City)
№4 Heir Yorg Handel (age 29; Ōtachi Audfort)
№26 Heir Frans Richard (age 27; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)
№27 Heir Dijter Ackerdiħ (age 25; Königlik Veelheim)
№29 Heir Sebastien van Can (age 25; Cherrygrove City)
№5 Frue Victoria Rothöüf (age 27; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)

Midfielders[
№9 Frue Natasħa Aħterop (age 29; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)
№8 Heir Constantijn van Bleck (age 31; Cherrygrove City)
№14 Heir Zacharias van den Slåp (age 27; Cherrygrove City)
№7 Frue Wilheumina “Mina” Ratmaker (age 29; FC Vengelo)
№10 Heir Nico Joxepħssen (age 27; Cherrygrove City)
№30 Frue Marina Jager (age 26; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)
№20 Heir Benjamin “Benni” Sħåul (age 27; Grandstrasse)
№31 Frue Violeta Igesleven (age 27; Saint George University)
№21 Heir Theodor Felicianus (age 30; Königlik Veelheim)
№22 Frue Aleksa le Duc (age 25; Königlik Veelheim)
№33 Frue Johanne Geuberts (age 25; FC Heilig Krösħ)
№32 Heir Nico Swart (age 28; Saint George University)
№28 Frue Anne Hodmaker (age 24; Sänt-Claudie)
№34 Heir Nicholas Tiberius (age 26; FC Heilig Krösħ)
№6 Frue Aleksändra “Aleksa” Pascal (age 27; Royal Michaeltown)

Forwards
№11 Heir Haråud Haråudssen (age 28; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)
№18 Frue Stepħanie Withöüf (age 28; Royal Michaeltown)
№23 Heir Reinhard Åubreħtssen (age 27; Ōtachi Audfort)
№35 Heir Edvard Rothås (age 25; Sħip-in-Straxe FC)
Note: All ages are correct as of the start of qualification; add one year for the second half of qualification.

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Most likely to …:
Foul: Jan-Pijr Åudenberg
Be fouled: Zacharias van den Slåp
Be subbed out: Constantijn van Bleck
Be subbed in: Benni Sħåul
Shoot: Haråud Haråudssen
Score from close range: Stepħanie Withöüf
Score from long range: Nico Joxepħssen
Attempt the spectacular: Natasħa Aħterop

Player roles:
Captain: Catharine de Vriħt
Vice-captain: Robert-Jan van Daal
Second vice-captain: Kathrinita Äsħes
Left corners: Nico Joxepħssen
Right corners: Natasħa Aħterop
Direct free kicks: Zacharias van den Slåp
Indirect free kicks: Zacharias van den Slåp
Penalty taker: Zacharias van den Slåp

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Formation and tactics: (Default: 4-5-1)

Åubreħtssen/Withöüf/Haråudssen/Rothås
Joxepħssen/Le Duc/Pascal . Ratmaker/Felicianus/Tiberius . Van den Slåp/Igesleven/Hodmaker . Van Bleck/Sħåul/Swart . Aħterop/Jager/Geuberts
De Vriħt/Handel/Rothöüf . Van Middelkamp/Van Tilborg/Van Can . Åudenberg/Josefssen/Ackerdiħ . Aurelius/Stepħenssen/Richard
Van Daal/Äsħes/Kåler/Sänt-Andreas

The default Saltsteadish strategy can be summed up in one phrase: “the best offence is a good defence”. The Stallions play a highly opportunistic attack, lying in wait for an opportunity rather than charging head-on, with possession mostly confined to the midfield. Saltstead prefer to play a passing game in possession, while attempting to pry the ball away from the opposition when not, either by intercepting a pass or tackling players. The Stallions will attempt to frustrate and infuriate the opposition and are unashamed of playing for draws and advancing via penalty shoot-outs.

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Home stadium:
King William VII National Park, Ashwell (König Wilheum VII Näsjonalpark, Asħwell; capacity: 77,000)
Located in the heart of Romanesque city of Ashwell in the borough of Grandstraxe, UICA Champions’ Cup 70 final venue de Näsjonalpark is at the centre of de Näsjonalplaat, the sporting mecca of the realm and home to the Royal Olympic Union, the Royal Saltsteadish Football Association and several of the most important venues in Saltsteadish sport. The surrounding city is an ancient city in the modern era and home to the royal family and some of the nation’s biggest attractions, giving visitors plenty of sightseeing to do before and after the game.

The stadium—which takes its name from the father of Saltsteadish democracy, longest-reigning Saltsteadish monarch and great-grandfather of the Reigning Queen—is the largest in the country, features amenities such as a retractable roof, air conditioning, sports museum and full Wi-Fi access and is readily accessible to fans through the capital’s bus network and Ondergrundtrein metro system. A venue owned and operated solely by the Royal Saltsteadish Football Association, de Näsjonalpark serves as the usual home of the Saltsteadish national football team, the host venue of Silver and Bronze Division promotion play-off finals and the final of the annual Saltsteadish Royal Cup.

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Kits: (Distinctly uni·q)

Primary (De Königsvarwe): Red-and-black hooped shirts with white trim, black shorts, black-and-red hooped socks
Secondary (De Vånesvarwe): White shirts with black trim, blue shorts, white socks with black hoops
Goalkeeper: Gold shirts and shorts with red trim, gold socks with red hoops

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We are and shall be
SALTSTEAD
Nothing more, nothing less

[Omerica]

Style modifier: +π (or +3.14 if you can’t fit all the digits)
RP permissions: Your RP permissions are mine, short of death, disease or career-ending injuries. In case of reciprocal “no u” permissions, you may do anything short of death, disease or career-ending injuries.
Pandemic exception: I do not recognise the existence of any international pandemics, which will be construed as a series of unrelated outbreaks and will not under any circumstances extend to or from the United Republics of Omerica. Any attempt to introduce new disease outbreaks to Omerica will be immediately nullified by the Federal Secretariat for Defence’s “Instantaneous Godmode Neutralisation by Optimised Revision of Events” (I.G.N.O.R.E.) system.

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United Republican Soccer Federation
6 Jean-Jacques la Rouge Road
Port Alexandre, MS 18-A40
UNITED REPUBLICS OF OMERICA

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About Omerica
National anthem: “Hymn of the Avonian Martyrs” (Anglian version — Gallic version)
Association code: OME
KPB ranking: 37th (20.61)
All-time record: 193–97–148 (44.1% win rate; 1.54 points per game)
World Cup qualification record: 119–55–89 (45.2% win rate; 1.57 points per game)
Record under Alexis Stephanidis: 50–17–18 (58.8% win rate; 1.96 points per game)
[Results from amateur and youth selections are excluded.]

Last cycle, one of international football’s longstanding qualification droughts was successfully broken: not content with being overshadowed by Astograth and Squornshelous’s well-deserved returns to the finals in 87, the Incorrigibles broke a nearly three-decade drought by qualifying for World Cup 88 on a drama-filled matchday eighteen. Despite losing all three games to a brilliant Savigliane, a determined Cassadaigua and an existent Kelssek, Omerica headed to Poafmersia for the IAC with a nearly unprecedented degree of self-confidence and belief. Ultimately, a largely unproven squad won all three of their group games and were only knocked out from the spot from a remarkable Felinetopia side, capping off a respectable Championship performance and one of the most successful two-year spans in Omerican international history.

Unfortunately, the historical record paints a bad picture for the Incorrigibles and gives the superstitious among the Omerican faithful reason to worry—what with the team’s first trip to the World Cup finals immediately followed up by the Omerican Football Federation’s spectacular implosion. Thankfully, rioting is almost unheard of, the taxman has been properly paid and Omerican football looks healthier and better off than ever before. Besides, bucking the historical record is just something the Incorrigibles have been doing a lot of lately…

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Staff
Manager: Alexis Stephanidis (age 53; b. Brétolles-de-l’Ouest, Westavon)
Alexis Stephanidis is a tactician in the traditional vein of Omerican football, who came to fame by rebuilding Malavan Romainbourg from their failed campaign to qualify for the OPSL Premier Division—winning an OPSL Second Division title, a Federation Cup and a OPSL Challenge Cup in the process—and winning her hometown club Andreaskruis promotion in the Second Division playoffs. Stephanidis is a managerial idealist who believes in the time-honoured tradition of “the best defence is a good offence” and whose sides are known for their flair and (outside trips to Cobrio) for coming in “clutch”. Originally met with skepticism when she replaced George Kostas after Omerica’s disastrous IAC X campaign, Stephanidis has quickly become the consensus pick for the Incorrigibles’ greatest ever manager after getting Omerica to the 87 qualifying playoffs ahead of Equestria, securing Omerica’s best IAC campaign since Anne-Sophie Groothuis’s departure and becoming only the second manager (after Ryan Pritchard) to lead Omerica to the World Cup finals.

Assistant Manager: Christina Tedesco (age 47; b. Kingsmouth, Mespalia)
Longtime assistant manager under George Kostas and Alexis Stephanidis, Christina Tedesco has well and truly earned her redemption for Omerica’s disastrous World Cup 85 qualifying campaign and infamous collapse at IAC X. Tedesco has served as acting manager of Omerica on three occasions—taking charge for the second half of World Cup 85 qualification, all of Eagles Cup 10 and the first stage of Independent Associations Championship 13—and has endured as a key confidant and partner to Stephanidis to the point where she has come to be seen as a credible possible successor.

Fitness coach: Jean-Pierre Marchetti
Goalkeeping coach: Stéphane Rousseau
Medical lead: Tahira Bousaid
Physical therapists: Alexandria Stavros and Christiane Michaud

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Players
Per Omerican custom, the number 12 is reserved to supporters and will be not worn by any player.
№12—Incorrigibles Supporters (X, age ∞; b. Everytown, Everyrepublic)

Goalkeepers
GK Valentine Augustin (F, age 36; b. Carthagène, North Provence); Saint Anne Athletic — Captain
GK Annelise Betancourt (F, age 28; b. Cougoule, Marche Rouge); Royal Michaeltown [SAL]
GK José Calvo (M, age 25; b. Notre-Dame-de-l’Ouest, East Calaverde); Ever Grande
GK Zavier Street (M, age 20; b. Goldbridge, Mespalia); Londonderry FC

Defenders
RD Alphonse Notley (M, age 32; b. Bunnes, Coleraine); Ever Grande
RD Kara Félix (F, age 25; b. Stonehaven, Northavon); Andreaskruis
RD Sean van de Laar (M, age 22; b. Southall, North Hesperia); Ever Grande
CD Frédérique Marquetti (F, age 29; b. Montebras, Altomare); AS Républicains
CD Jacques Laurent (M, age 27; b. Ville-de-la-République, East Calaverde); Corona Christiana — Second vice-captain
CD Sydney Collins (X, age 25; b. Ramhill, Eastavon); Falcon United
CD Raphaël Martin (M, age 32; b. Auffrac-les-Congères, Alleos); Ever Grande
CD Noah Clement (M, age 30; b. Forestia, Northavon); Forestia Cricket
CD Noémi Belmonte (F, age 26; b. Rivaut, Altomare); Grand-Océan FC
LD Felix Zanetti (M, age 29; b. Saint-Jacques, New Vaucluse); Londonderry FC
LD Zane Smith (M, age 27; b. Newtown, Mespalia); United Philibiscostal — Third vice-captain
LD Frédéric Dufour (M, age 21; b. Lastelle, Altomare); Malavan Romainbourg

Midfielders
CM Jacques-Pierre Castell (M, age 27; b. Les Viviers, New Vaucluse); United Philibiscostal
CM Alphonse Fontaine (M, age 31; b. Romainbourg [Champs-Floréaux]); AS Républicains
CM Máel Coluim Mac Ealair (M, age 26; b. Twinleaf, Emerald Isles); Londonderry FC
DM Fearchar Mac Cléirich (M, age 29; b. Londontown, Coleraine); Baraldhur AFC [TKT] — Vice-captain
DM Paige Boyce (F, age 31; b. Williamstown, Free State); Corona Christiana
DM Alexandrine Bourreau (F, age 23; b. Engolesme, South Provence); AS Lacédémonienne
CM Christian Marts (M, age 28; b. Borg-an-de Gränse, Saltstead); Cherrygrove City [SAL]
CM Thom Magalhães (M, age 32; b. Whitestone, Mespalia); Corona Christiana
CM Ronan Neuville (M, age 25; b. Sainte-Lucie, Westavon); Andreaskruis

Forwards
RW Ollie Tate (M, age 27; b. Cherryfield, Free State); Corona Christiana
RW Jean-Paul Campagne (M, age 24; b. Sainte-Croix, Altomare); Inter Bayonnette
RW Erica Walsh (F, age 22; b. Bishophill, Free State); Capital Dragons
ST Malcolm Beauchesne (M, age 27; b. Queenstown, Northavon); Forestia Cricket
ST Jean-Lucas Babineaux (M, age 26; b. Sablonrose, Westavon); Andreaskruis
ST Arielle Poirier (F, age 23; b. Romainbourg [Port-Saint-Denis]); Malavan Romainbourg
LW Adélaïde Argyris (F, age 29; b. Romainbourg [Port-Louis]); Corona Christiana
LW Terrance Parker (M, age 27; b. Saint Anne, Seafoam Islands); United Philibiscostal
LW Lionel Stavros (M, age 22; b. Romainbourg [Champs-Floréaux]); AS Républicains
Notes: All ages are correct as of the start of qualification; add one year for the second half of qualification. Labels reflect most likely position in the lineup.

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Formation

From striker to goalkeeper:
Argyris/Parker/Stavros . Beauchesne/Babineaux/Poirier . Tate/Campagne/Walsh
Marts/Magalhães/Neuville . Mac Cléirich/Boyce/Bourreau . Castell/Fontaine/Mac Ealair
Zanetti/Smith/Dufour . Martin/Clement/Belmonte . Marquetti/Laurent/Collins . Notley/Félix/van de Laar
Augustin/Betancourt/Calvo/Street

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Kits (expertly crafted by ediraf)
The Incorrgibles will display one bronze star on the back collar to symbolise their triumph at IAC 7 in Drawkland; any theoretical future World Cup or Cup of Harmony titles would likewise be worn on the collar instead of the usual position above the crest.

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Home venues
Per tradition, Omerica has no single designated national stadium and instead rotates home qualifiers between several venues across the country. For the World Cup 89 cycle, the United Republican Soccer Federation will stage Omerica’s home qualifiers across four different venues in Romanique, with the Incorrigibles’ Anaian and Sonnelian opponents scheduled to grace the venue where Omerica broke their twenty-eight year qualifying drought last cycle. The other IAC 13 team and Omerica’s Rushmori opponents will head to the venue where Omerica narrowly secured a playoff berth four years ago, while the remaining teams will be split between two smaller venues on the south-east and south-west coasts.

Stade des Marins, Republic of the City of Romainbourg | Capacity: 66,000 | Occupants: Malavan Romainbourg
Hosting: Ko-oren (matchday 8), Juvencus (matchday 13)

Stade Rue de la Victoire, Éternare, Republic of Alleos | Capacity: 55,000 | Occupants: Ever Grande
Hosting: Oberour Ar Moro (matchday 6), Montaña Verde (matchday 16), Bollonich (matchday 18)

Stade Just-Cartier, Republic of the City of Charlescourt | Capacity: 40,000 | Occupants: Athlétique Trois-Fleuves
Hosting: Britonisea (matchday 1), Baggieland (matchday 5)

Stade du Grand-Océan, Carthagène, Republic of North Provence | Capacity: 33,000 | Occupants: Grand-Océan FC
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Who we are
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[Gyatso-kai]

Gyatso-kai National Football Team
‘The Bisons’

┤ GENERAL INFORMATION ├

Official Name: Gyatso-kai Men’s National Football Team / 凯海洋国家足球队 (Kaihaiyáng Guójia Zúqiú Duì) / Gyats'kai Tsad droten Taab’rugam
Official Nation Name: The Avatarian Republics of Gyatso-kai / 凯海洋降世神通共和国 (Kaihaiyáng Jiàngshì Shéntong Gònghéguó) / Tsad Gyats'kai Jettise
Country Code: GKI
Officiating League: The Republic Premier Football League (RPFL)
Founded: 1876 (228 AKy)
Regional Officiating Body: The Atlantian Oceania Confederation of Association Football (AOCAF)
Year of Membership: 2019.2 (63 AAg)
Records:
AOCAF:10-7-20 (WDL)
World Cup: 152-60-87 (35-20-42 Post Silence)
All-Time: 180-76-134
Titles: 0
Rank:
AOCAF: 24th (After AOCAF LXII)
World Cup: 84th (After WC LXXXVIII)
Nickname: Bisons
Style: +2.5 out of 5.0

When RP'ing, the name of my players in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS AND BOLD are the player's family names. These are the names on their jersey and the name professional commentators would call out when making observations. Also, do not write the names in all capital letters, as this is somewhat annoying when reading; I just imagine someone reading calmly along then suddenly SHOUTING the player's name. For example, if writing about FENG Shaoli making a long shot, one would write "Feng made a long shot..." as opposed to "FENG made a long shot..." If you have any further questions regarding names, please feel free to telegram me.

Players age ONE YEAR in-between cups.

Starting players will have their names in GREEN type
Alternate players will have their names in BLUE type
Reserve Players will have their names in STANDARD type.
Travelling Players will be in tables.

┤ THE ROSTER ├

22- ARMOK Hikari
Height: 177cm - Weight: 80kg – Age: 28 years old - Team: Southern AFC

Coming off a successful sixth season with Southern AFC, Armok Hikari has continued to develop rather nicely when compared to his style back at his alma mater, University of Omashu. After the announcement of Zhao Baoli taking off the 2021.2 Campaign to rest and regroup after his disastrous performances in both World Cup 87 and Cup of Harmony 79, it was to be expected to see Armok promoted to starter.

Unlike Zhao and his sniping mid-range clears, Armok tends to favor the long-range kicks out to midpitch so as to clear as much action from the back end as possible. Also, Armok is a much more traditional goalkeeper when compared to the very ball-heavy play styles of the former starter for the Bisons; he firmly believes that his primary goal is to stop balls from getting to the net, and by clearing out the attacking zone quickly, it gives him a chance to set the team up more defensively as he does tend to hand over possession often, but that allows him to focus on the main job of stopping balls and not worrying about diving out of the box and going for more ‘flashy’ plays.

Rating: B - Team Relationship: B - Morale: B - Form: B
CAPS: :: 61 GOALS: N/A :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 61-64, WC 85-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

44- HAMADA Roshi
Height: 181cm - Weight: 90kg – Age: 24 years old - Team: Concord Dusk AFC

After signing a three year, ¥15 million contract with Concord Dusk AFC, Hamada Roshi has essentially made it as a goalkeeper in Gyatso-kai. Coming onto Concord Dusk to backup the aging Kjotvi Bar’kad is no easy assignment, however, with most analysts seeing Bar’kad retiring in no more than two years, soon Hamada may see himself starting for the Black & Gold.

A player who developed an odd style in the Fire Nation, Hamada is known for stepping way in front of the net and attempting to use his physique to stop an offensive player before getting to the ball. Many attribute this odd quirk to Hamada and his twin brother Yoshi having grown up playing ice hockey; whereas Roshi would go on to find his love in football, his brother Yoshi continues to attract scouts on the ice at the University of Kyoko in the Fire Nation. Equally adept at his position as a younger Kio’los, the 2021.3 Campaign has already seen Hamada start in net twice for the Bisons; during the first victory over Ko-oren and the nil-all draw against Mertagne.

Hopefully he will get more time this World Cup…
Rating: B - Team Relationship: B - Morale: A - Form: C
CAPS: 10 :: GOALS: N/A :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 62-63, WC 87-88, Eagles Cup XI

31- LEE Findao
Height: 191cm - Weight: 94kg – Age: 21 years old - Team: Academy of South Kibago

An incredibly young and underdeveloped player – at least in terms of multi-verse play – Lee Findao took the Avatarian Football world by surprise when it was announced after The Combine that they would be taking the Reserve Position on the National Team ahead of suspected replacement Pao Lishin. Such a surprise that on the day the rosters were set to be announced, Lee had already packed themselves up and was boarding a transport out of the National Sports Complex.

Not the most confident way to start your journey to the AOCAF Cup…

With a collegiate style typical of players his size – wide stance, quick to try and muscle defenders out of the ball, and making saves from deep out of the net – we can only hope that has time goes on, Lee will continue to mature under the tutelage of Nishimura on the National Team.

Rating: C+ - Team Relationship: B - Morale: B - Form: C
CAPS: N/A :: GOALS: N/A :: TOURN. PLAYED: None

Travelling With the Team

Name		Age		Team					Nation              .
PAO Lishin	25		Mando FC				Earth
TSUTSAMA Yen	22		University of Adirolf			Fire
TSUNADE Ki’sae	21		Kyoshi State University			Mandalorian

As had been done under Vhett, Head Coach Tay’haai has instituted a Travelling Corps so as to bring young and upcoming players along with the Bisons to show them what Multiverse Play is all about. Pao Lishin, still a bit bitter about being passed over last World Cup and now for AOCAF, is a surprise to see return on the travelling corps. Last campaign, it was reported that Pao spent most of the practice days away from the other members of the goalkeeping unit; in the weeks leading up to the AOCAF Cup, it is being reported he is talking more with Goalkeeping Coach Nishimura Kenshin.

Tsutsama Yen, is a relative newcomer to the multiverse; having a somewhat average season at UA, he came to the National Team tryouts before World Cup 87 and put up some impressive physical numbers through the Combine, and thus found his way onto the Corps. Showing great promise as a younger player, he signed on with Gaoling Union after graduation and has already begun to cement himself as a strong back-up to franchise keeper Mit Wasan’i

With the promotion of Lee Findao to Reserve, the third spot on the Corps was awarded to Tsunade Kise, a young Mandalorian keeper out of Kyoshi State. At 21-years-of-age, he is set to graduate following this campaign cycle, though it is uncertain where he will wind up. Tsunade has shown a similar style to the former Bison Aki Kio’los, and of the three members of the Travelling Corps, he is the most likely to see promotion.

Left Defenders:
16- TERCAR Shuajo
Height: 180cm - Weight: 84kg – Age: 26 years old - Team: Mando FC

Tercar Shuajo, who signed a four-year contract with Mando FC after graduating from Northern University, has added 8kg to his frame in muscle, yet still retains his speed. A very quick and agile defender, Tercar uses his feet and agility to outmaneuver most other players instead of relying on sheer mass to take away a ball, a tactic he learned from pairing with Itawaku during exhibition games prior to World Cup 86.

Now into his fourth campaign as starting defender, Tercar is looking to further cement himself into the team. With both Hashimoto Isamiru and Somchai Kikwan both growing older with every passing game, soon it may be time for Tercar to take his speed and agility to the centre of the pitch. Tercar bares the distinction of being one of only two players to score a goal during the last AOCAF – the lone goal against Vilita & Turori on the opening day of the tournament.
Rating: B- - Team Relationship: B - Morale: B - Form: C
CAPS: 65 :: GOALS: :: 16 TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 63-64, WC 86-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

12- PAM Kai
Height: 183cm - Weight: 86kg – Age: 26 years old - Team: Senlin Timbers

Formerly the backup to the Beast of the North, Pam Kai spent five tournaments in the shadow of Itawaku, hoping to one day earn the starting spot from him or to replace him. However, at the tryout camp, it was Tercar Shuajo who shined, and received the Starting Spike from Tay’haai. Following another lackluster season in Senlin, Pam has shown himself to be a perennial backup defender; though this time, he has been kicked out of the limelight by a former classmate and teammate of his from Northern University… One has to wonder how that will play out during the tournament.

Rating: B+ - Team Relationship: B - Morale: B - Form: A
CAPS: 54 :: GOALS: 16 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59, 61-64,WC 84-88, CoH 79

26 – Khánh KA’LOMI
Height: 190cm - Weight: 94kg – Age: 22 years old - Team: Island FC

A young Southern Watertribesman who signed a professional contract with Island FC at just 20-years-of-age, Khánh Ka’lomi is already making waves in the Avatarian sports community. With an impressive size for such a young player, many see him as the next Itawaku, and some have already started calling him “The Beast of the South”. In his first season at Island FC, Ka’lomi put up impressive numbers for a defencemen; ending his season with the highest involvement in goals by a defender with 2 goal and 7 assists to go with 6 clean sheets. Given the way the Bisons have been playing in tournaments prior, don’t expect Ka’lomi to find himself sitting in the press box too much, with a late series call-up likely should Pam or Tercar start to tire or fail to produce.
Rating: B- - Team Relationship: B - Morale: B - Form: C
CAPS: 22 :: GOALS: 3 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 62-64, WC 87-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

Central Defenders
5- HASHIMOTO Isamiru
Height: 178cm - Weight: 75kg – Age: 35 years old - Team: Ba Sing Se UNITED

One of the most highly-rated player for the Bison defence, Hashimoto Isamiru, or “Hashi” as he is loving called by fans, has shown himself to be a very valuable asset to the team. A strong defensive player who often falls in to a full-back position, Hashimoto has made great strides in improving his passing and marking skills since he was traded to Ba Sing Se UNITED from Keldabe FC after a very disappointing season which saw Kelabe not advance to the playoffs for the first time in five years.

However, as time as worn on, so too as age on Hashimoto. Set to turn 36 during the 2021.3 Campaign, many have been calling for Hashi to step down gracefully and retire. However, in previous interviews over the 2021.1 Campaign, Hashimoto has already said he would not even entertain retirement until he had earned his century-and-half cap for the National Team.

Only nineteen more caps to go…

Rating: A – Team Relationship: A – Morale: A – Form: A
CAPS: 131 :: GOALS: 23 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84-87, CoH 76, 79, Eagles Cup XI

15- UTHAN A’den
Height: 185cm - Weight: 83kg – Age: 24 years old - Team:FC Beijing

A large and physically imposing player, Uthan A’den does not play a very physical game like Auranaq or Hashimoto, but instead proves himself to be one of the fastest players on the team; one who uses that speed to outpace and overtake many of his opponents. Less prove to tackle and trip, and more likely to simply run up from behind and steal the ball mid-dribble, expect to see Uthan engaging opponents closer to the net than you will be comfortable with from previous Bisons campaigns.

Having reached his century mark during the 6-2 win at home against The Juniper Union during World Cup 88 – and also scoring his first multiverse hat trick – Uthan became one of the youngest players to reach the milemark, following in the footsteps of Akiyama Qiangyu and Bralor Kotyc’e to reach a century before 25.

And given his presence, Uthan is expected to play for a very long time.

Rating: A- - Team Relationship: B - Morale: A - Form: A
CAPS: 117 :: GOALS: 31 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59- 64,WC 84-88, CoH 76, 79, Eagles Cup XI

15- Ganham Ri’om
Height: 175cm - Weight: 70kg – Age: 27 years old - Team: Concord Dusk AFC

Though not as fast as Uthan, Ganham Ri’om is a full-back more focused on the offence, who uses his skill with the ball to often drive the offence from the backfield. Though Ganham can have some minor difficulties when tasked with defence (given that he played his entire career at Hatsu State as a offensive midfielder before switching to defence when drafted), he is a very dedicated player and works hard to improve where he knows there are weakness.
Rating: B+ - Team Relationship: B - Morale: A - Form: B
CAPS: 45 :: GOALS: 13 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-60, 64,WC 84-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

Right Defenders:

3- SOMCHAI Kikwan
Height: 187cm - Weight: 83kg – Age: 33 years old - Team: Itakawai City

While certainly not the oldest player in the defence, Somchai Kikwan does serve as the counterpoint to Uthan’s youthful excitement. Having graduated from Kyoshi State, Somchai is very familiar to the style of play Uthan is used to, and the two of them communicate very well on the side of the field. Very adept at playing the middle of the field, when pushed to the right side, Somchai is quick to adapt and has the endurance and stamina to keep up with the demands.

Having made his multiverse debut in World Cup 85, Somchai has continued to play through a nagging lower body injury. While he has shown signs of improvement – as well as the additional reports of him seeing a Northern Healer for therapy, he continues to play a On-Off schedule; starting one game, resting the next. Many felt he should be taken out of the starting line-up, however, after being the only player to score in four of the Bisons’ five World Cup 86 victories he seems to have garnished a bit of faith from the ASPN team of commentators. Though in World Cup 87, he hit a bit of a dry spell and then during the Cup of Harmony 79 scored three of the team’s eight goals.
Rating: A – Team Relationship: A – Morale: A – Form: A
CAPS: 63 :: GOALS: 24 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 63-64, WC 85-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

23- HUANG Aodhán
Height: 183cm - Weight: 84kg – Age: 27 years old - Team: Makapu ERUPT

With Mi’rez Yiman retiring, Huang Aodhán would find himself moving up on the list of right defenders. Signed onto a Taap-A team right out of college, Huang was quick to mature and found his way onto the Makapu ERUPT three season ago. A quick study, he adapted well to his new team and soon made it to their starting eleven. Huang is a natural athlete, with impressive speed and stamina to match, and we can expect to see that natural athleticism on display as the tournament wears on and fatigue sets into the Starting Eleven.
Rating: C – Team Relationship: B – Morale: B – Form: C
CAPS: 30 :: GOALS: 7 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 60-64, WC 84-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

15 – Tarou ADEEN
Height: 189cm - Weight: 90kg – Age: 23 years old - Team: Royal Flames

With the retirement of a couple of the Bisons’ core defenders, the Travelling Corps has produced another potential feature player in the form of Tarou Adeen. A product of both the Royal Fire Developmental Programs as well as serving under the tutelage of Fujimoto Zhong at Omashu State, Adeen is sure to see his number called in future tournaments. Much like his counterpart on the left, Tay’haai seems to be wanting to bring size into the game; Adeen stands at just under 190cm and weighs a little under 90kg. Combine that size with his speed and vision on the pitch, and you have a defender who can knock an opponent off course and redirect a ball to a forward without even lifting his head from his target. As with others in the lower levels of the team, expect to see Adeen as the tournament progresses.
Rating: C – Team Relationship: B – Morale: B – Form: C
CAPS: 4 :: GOALS: 1 :: TOURN. PLAYED: WC 88, CoH 79

Travelling With the Team

Position	Name		Age		School / Team			Nation                |
RD		KATO Zhao Ling	23		Enceri FC			Mandalorian	
RD		YAMADA Goro	22		Ba Sing Se UNITED 		Fire
CD		ZHOU Hiroto	22		Concord Dusk AFC		Earth

The Travelling Corps for Defense is all small trio of defenders who are all potential future Bisons.

Kato Zhao Ling, who graduated from Enceri University and signed an entry-level two-year contract with FC She Pass, is coming off his first RPFL All-Star selection and a third-place finish in the 2021.1 Season, having been traded to Enceri FC before the end of his contract and signing on an entry-level single-year bridge pending the conclusion of the 2021.3 Season. Yamato Goro surprised the football world upon graduation, having signed with Ba Sing Se over Itakawai; Yamato is certainly being watched to replace either of the aging defencemen in Hashimoto and Somchai. Zhou Hiroto, who helped Kibago University win their third consecutive Earthen Shield tournament in five years, also is vying for an eventual spot on the national roster after signing an entry-level two-year contract with Concord Dusk AFC.

Defensive Midfielders:

7- TAKAHASHI Hikaru
Height: 178cm - Weight: 76kg – Age: 36 years old - Team: Northern AFC

A strong defensive midfielder. Takahashi Hikaru’s strength lies in his kicks; easily able to send a ball soaring across the pitch with surprising accuracy, Takahashi is known for feeding the ball to the strikers and catching many opposing defences off-guard. He often has great vision, and he is easily able to read the play and can adapt accordingly.

Now, Takahashi has to step into a new role, as the oldest player on the team. With the retirement of so many of his fellow over-30 players, some feel the pressure is on Takahashi to produce more in this upcoming World Cup… or hang up the Number Seven jersey for the last time.
Rating: S – Team Relationship: S – Morale: A – Form: A
CAPS: 134 :: GOALS: 57 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84-88, CoH 75, 79, Eagles Cup XI

6- MA Haijiang
Height: 187cm - Weight: 85kg – Age: 33 years old - Team: Northern AFC

Former Head Coach Tay’haai made the unusual selection of having both of his defensive midfielders come from the same team, for reasons most can ascertain…. And it’s a decision that Interim Head Coach Wong Haru A proven veteran on the pitch, Ma Haijiang complements Takahashi’s strong kicks and accuracy with the speed to overcome most opponents; if he can not strike a ball deep, Takahashi will often send a volley up to Ma who will then run it into the offensive zone before lasering the ball to an open forward. Expect to see either Ma or Takahashi in the assist column for plenty of goals.

Though, now with both players into their 30s, and many calling for younger blood to take the reigns, one has to wonder how much longer the ‘Northern Duo’ will continue to play together… or worse, who will be the first to retire…
Rating: A- – Team Relationship: A – Morale: B – Form: A
CAPS: 133 :: GOALS: 42 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84-88, CoH 76, 79, Eagles Cup XI

17- YOSHIDA Arata
Height: 177cm - Weight: 80kg – Age: 30 years old - Team: Royal Flames

Yoshida Arata is a dedicated player who has worked incredibly hard to make his way to the national team; having spent several months training with one of the greatest Avatarian midfielders to ever play the game, Bralor Kotyc’e. Time spent with Bralor has proven to greatly improve his game, seeing Yoshida climb up the ranks during the Trials for the national team.

Though, Yoshida is not a player you will often notice. He is not one for showboating, and very rarely makes a goal or garnishes an assist. Instead, he focuses his time on the pitch by setting up the offense for a great pass, a decisive tackle that often swings the game’s momentum, or just being able to intercept the ball at the most opportune time. One of the best midfielders in the Southern Conference of the RPFL, Yoshida is sure to see time on the pitch by relieving Takahashi or Ma in the later games of the competition.

Rating: B+ – Team Relationship: A – Morale: B – Form: B
CAPS: 60 :: GOALS: 12 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59, 60, 62-64,WC 84-88, Eagles Cup XI

Neutral Midfielders:

18- HISAKAWA Si Woo
Height: 183cm - Weight: 84kg – Age: 33 years old - Team: Senlin Timbers

An extremely technical midfielder, Hisakawa Si Woo is not one to shy away from trying for goals. More adept at reading the play and setting up his forwards, Hisakawa is a bit more impatient than one would like, and he posseses the speed and agility to run through a good defence and find the back of the net on occasion. He is also the only player on the Bisons who is currently unsigned; his contract with the Taap-A team Omashu Athletic ended after AOCAF LX, and with nothing really to showcase his worth, Omashu Athletic chose to not sign Hisakawa; a fact that has certainly hurt his morale going into the last World Cup. However, an impressive showing, including four goals at WC 85, saw Hisakawa sign a two-year contract with the Senlin Timbers just days after the completion of the group stage.
Rating: B+ – Team Relationship: B – Morale: B – Form: A
CAPS: 102 :: GOALS: 28 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84, 86-88, CoH 76,79, Eagles Cup XI

Attacking Midfielders:

8- YU Shichiro
Height: 183cm - Weight: 85kg – Age: 28 years old - Team: Keldabe FC

With a very offensive-minded footballing style, Yu Shichiro works as the last link between the midfield and the offence. Much like Hisakawa, Yu has been known to even advance from the midfield to score quite a few key goals in pivotal games, including the 2019.2 Ve’vut Cup winning goal against Concord Dusk AFC. He has a powerful long shot and is exceptional at heading, both of which are aided by his height. However, as skilled as he is in offense, Yu still prefers to pass the ball up to forwards for an assist in a goal as opposed to being the star player.

Rating: A- – Team Relationship: A – Morale: B – Form: A
CAPS: 98 :: GOALS: 15 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

11- GUANYU Jun
Height: 185cm - Weight: 81kg – Age: 26 years old - Team: Omashu Athletic (Taap-A)
A very creative midfielder, Guanyu Jun is very capable of making plays on the fly; with great vision and quick feet, he often can set up his forwards for a great goal or keep the ball moving through the middle. Though having graduated from Heibai University right after AOCAF, Guanyu, who managed to only appear in a single game during AOCAF, started in the next two World Cups as well as AOCAF 60, before being knocked off his starting position by Yu Shichiro coming into AOCAF 61. Who knows how that will play out, seeing as how many in the sports world see Guanyu as more of a playmaker than Yu and a bit more skilled despite being three years his junior.

Rating: B+ – Team Relationship: B – Morale: B – Form: A
CAPS: 50 :: GOALS: 12 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59, 60,62-64,WC 84-85,87-88, CoH 79, Eagles Cup XI

14 – Fei’kao SONG
Height: 185cm - Weight: 81kg – Age: 25 years old - Team: FC Mando

Relatively young when compared to his teammates, Fei’kao Song chose to forgo his collegiate career, getting drafted by FC Mando the day before his twentieth birthday. Despite all the fanfare of his first season behind him, Song has not had a promising start to his sophomore season. Given his still-developing skills in midfield, his is seen as a comparatively weak player and often spends more time with the coaching staff than other more-seasoned players. Song, much like Hisakawa, is a technical player by nature whose greatest asset is not in his aim or power, but in the art of dribbling which he uses at every opportunity. While more prone to provide assists on plays as opposed to goals, Song has proven himself through Trials to Tay’haai and earned a spot on the National Team, albeit a reserve position.

Rating: B- – Team Relationship: A – Morale: B – Form: C
CAPS: 18 :: GOALS: 4 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 60, 63-64, WC 87-88 CoH 76, 79

Travelling With the Team

Position	Name			Age		School/Team					Nation
DM		INOUE Anernerk	25		R.C UNITED				Water
DM		Kal ITOWA		25		FC Beijing				Water
NM		Penlu SAITO		22		Omashu				Fire
OM		SHAO Mi’ka		24		Solus FC				Water
OM		DIK Up’lis		23		Northern AFC				Earth

Mostly comprised of Water Tribesmen, the Midfield Travelling Corps is a grabbag of talent. From the University of the Northern Tribes come home-grown Inoue Anernerk, who at just like his father, the famed Inoue Kuruk, completed back-to-back double-digit scoring seasons in his last two seasons of college; impressive for a man who is supposed to be on the defensive midfield. From UST, Kal Itowa mirrors the success of Inoue, though a career less filled with goals and more with assists. Penlu Saito, a young player from the developmental Chomain State Academy, hopes to see a professional contract within the year, and with such a great season in the ADFL, you can be sure he will at least entertain some good offers. Out of the University of Kibago, Shao Mi’ka is a relatively quiet player who has had offers from both Gaoling Union and Senlin Timbers. Dik Up’lis rounds out the Travelling Corps, bringing from Omashu State a drive for excellence many teams would love to have, even if it comes with a bit more maturing to be fostered.

9 - Dag’da SKIRATA
Height: 185cm - Weight: 85kg – Age: 26 years old - Team: Ba Sing Se UNITED

From the fabled and illustrious Skirata family, Dag’da Skirata continues to show why the Skirata’s are the most famous Avatarian family in sports; from his grandfather Kad coaching the Men’s National Ice Hockey Team to his father A’den’s 59 goals in 190 caps for the Bisons, Dag’da has some massive shoes to fill. Though his youthful energy often times shows itself in classic mistakes, Skirata is able to power his way through many the defender and be it by foot or by head, he finds the net more often than not. Earning his century in the abysmal Cup of Harmony 79, Skirata hopes to redeem himself in the next campaign set to begin in Atlantian Oceania. In-between the 2021.1 and 2021.2 Campaigns, Skirata has shocked much of the Avatarian Sports world, forgoing the expected signing with his hometown FC Itakawai and signing with their interleague rival Ba Sing Se United for an undisclosed amount; however, the six-year contract is likely one of the most expensive to be signed in recent memory.

For the second AOCAF in a row, Skirata has been one of, or in this case, the only player to score a goal for the national team; a lone goal against Torisakia. Also of mention, Skirata achieved his century during Cup of Harmony against Electrum, just weeks after turning 25…Something fellow Mandalorian Uthan Aden holds over Skirata’s head.
Rating: S – Team Relationship: S – Morale: S – Form: A
CAPS: 134 :: GOALS: 75 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84-88, CoH 76,79,Eagles Cup XI

10 - SONG Kaoru
Height: 178cm - Weight: 74kg – Age: 28 years old - Team: FC Mando

Much like Skirata, Song Kaoru comes from a sports-centric family; with his father a coach in the RPFL, his mother a third-line winger for the Ice Bisons and his younger brother the star goalkeeper for Itakawai City, fans and critics have come to expect nothing but greatness from Song. They have certainly not been disappointed in domestic play, with Song showing a near-effortless game on the pitch. Dodging defenders as if they were standing still, sniping balls past nets which might as well have been empty, Song has quickly become the media’s favorite player... especially with how he loves to be interviewed.

Rating: A – Team Relationship: A – Morale: A – Form: A
CAPS: :: 132 GOALS: 52 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59-64,WC 84-88, CoH 76, 79, Eagles Cup XI

29- LI Yuuta
Height: 185cm - Weight: 85kg – Age: 29 years old - Team: Island FC

Older than both of the starting forwards, Li Yuuta also finds himself the oldest member of the Forward Corps. Playing the last six seasons in Island FC, Li has continued to develop as a well-rounded secondary striker; able to shield the ball from the other team and hold them off long enough for either of the Bisons’ primary stikers to get into position for a great shot. Li is very adept at striking himself, having led Island FC in Goals Scored last season.

Rating: A – Team Relationship: A – Morale: B – Form: A
CAPS: 38 :: GOALS: 10 :: TOURN. PLAYED: AOCAF 59, 60,62-63,WC 84-88, CoH 76, Eagles Cup XI

19 - KIM Vinh Lành
Height: 185cm - Weight: 80kg – Age: 27 years old - Team: Island FC

A seasoned pivot man through five seasons at Island FC, Kim Vinh Lành is known for his ability to read the pitch and place himself ahead of a ball to bring in an attempt --- even if the pass is terrible --- through his excellent ball-handling skills. Albeit not the most conditioned player, with stamina that often finds him at the back of the pack during running exercises, Kim makes up for his endurance with incredibly fast bursts to the goal.

Rating: B – Team Relationship: A – Morale: B – Form: A
CAPS: 24 :: GOALS: 6 :: TOURN. PLAYED: WC 86-88, CoH 79

┤ PLAYER OPTIONS ├

Captain: TAKAHASI Hikaru
Vice-Captain: HASHIMOTO Isamiru
Third Captain: MA Haijiang

Kick Takers (in order of ability)
Free kicks: SONG Kaoru
Right corners: GANHAN Ri’om, UTHAN A’den
Left corners: TAKAHASHI Hikaru, UTHAN A’den
Penalties: Dag’da SKIRATA, TAKAHASHI Hikaru, MA Haijiang, GUANYU Jun, HASHIMOTO Isamiru, YU Shichiro, SOMCHAI Kikwan

┤ COACHING STAFF ├

Head Coach: .:: VACANT ::.

Following the completion of the 2021.1 Campaign and World Cup 88, the initial contract for Head Coach Kad’e Tay’haai had reached its conclusion. In no surprise to anyone in the Avatarian Football Community, Director of the National Sports Council and President of the Avatarian Leagues of Association Football Vhett Boba accepted the completion of the contract and formally dismissed Tay’haai after twelve tournaments. The first Head Coach after The Silence, many had expected Tay’haai to bring glory back to the Bisons on the multiverse stage; instead, the National Team held a 36.08% Winning Record, including multiple losing streaks of three games or more, including the winless 79th Cup of Harmony and the single-win AOCAF 63.

Not exactly how the former star player for the Bisons Pre-Silence and collegiate coach wanted his national coaching career to transpire, and certainly not how he envisioned it ending… a 3-1 loss at home after winning just six games out of eighteen.

Interim Head Coach: WONG Haru
Height: 185cm – Weight: 88kg – Age 50 years old – Team: FC Itakawai, Assistant General Manager

Once a star defender for the Bisons, following his retirement from national and multiverse play, Wong Haru made a name for himself with a brief stint in coaching professionally; first as a Defensive Coach for Solus FC for two years and then FC She Pass for another four. However, when Wakahisa Hikaru – whose infamous knee injury in the championship game for the Republic Chalice brought the nation to tears and ended his professional career – called Wong, as the General Manager for FC Itakawai, to hand him the reigns of the infamous team right when they shifted ownership, it was a call Wong could not pass up. Being the head coach of one of the RPFL’s best teams for nearly 8 years truly honed his knowledge of the game as well as his abilities to analyze and coach players to greatness, all before he was promoted within to the role of Assistant General Manager under Wakahisa. After being both a player, a captain, positional coach, head coach, and assistant general manager, the only two roles left for Wong were to be either the National Team Head Coach, and the President of the ALAF. Thanks to Tay’haai - who brought Wong on as the assistant coach for the team back at the start of his tenure - one goal was soon to be achieevd. Though for now, the title of "Interim" hangs over Wong, and it is up to him to guide the lost ship back on course until a more permanent coach can be chosen... or he can earn the title himself.

Rating: B - Team Relationship: A - Morale: B - Confidence: B
Tourn. Coached: As Assistant – AOCAF 59-63,WC 84-88, CoH 76, 79

Coaching Assistants:
Forwards: KUSONAGI Batou, PHAM Vinh Lành, KRYSE Pre
Defence: NAKAMURA Batou and MAKI LI
Goalkeepers: KITA Bai’a, NISHIMURA Kenshin

Head Medical Officer: Doctor FONG Jintao
Height: 190cm – Weight: 82kg – Age 36 years old
Following the retirement of Wen Wuchin after the 85th World Cup, the much-younger Doctor Fong Jintao replaced the “Ol’Doc” as he was so lovingly referred to as by the team. Having served through the Grand Army of the Republic, Doctor Fong is a veritable successor to the Ol’Doc’s history as the last member of the Old Guard – all staff appointed by former-Head Coach and now Director Boba Vhett. When not travelling with the team, Fong carries the rank of Captain, First Class and serves in the 501st Legion in the First Territorial Army, stationed in Republic City; specifically, he is a resident Surgeon within the Third Avatarian Guard, and is seen as a competitor for the soon-to-be-vacated position of Head Assistant Surgeon in the Capital Medical Facility, thanks to another former member of the Old Guard retiring from that post.
Rating: A - Team Relationship: A - Morale: A - Confidence: A
Medical Assistants: HU Haicheng, HONG Sujin, LEE Jiabao

Security Chief: Captain AKAAN (RC-4868)
Height: 183cm – Weight: 81kg – Age: 47 years old CHRONOLOGICAL (50 years old BIOLOGICAL)
A clone officer within the Grand Army of the Republic, RC-4868 was appointed Chief of Security for the National Team in 2011.1. Each time the team travels abroad --- so long as he is not engaged in a mission --- RC-4868 is pulled from service and placed into the spotlight of security. He is battle-hardened, having been raised since birth for war and combat, and as such often views these assignments with true boredom. The seven men he brings with him on assignment share the same sentiments of the ‘mission’, however, their ‘unwaivering loyalty’ to the Republic prevents any negative speak during the assignment. Each is a member of the Avatarian Guard, whose sole responsibility is to defend the Avatar at both home and abroad; this protection then extends to all sports teams travelling beyond the borders of the Five Nations.
Rating: A – Strength: A – Tactics: A – Skill: A
Security Assistants: CT-2234, CT-45-9934, CC-8341, CT-2401, CC-75-3341, RC-1346, RC-4321, RC-4555

Director of the National Team & President of the ALAF: HIS RIGHT HONOURABLE VHETTBoba
Age: 75 – Time in the job: 8 Years (34 jì)

Once the longest serving Head Coach in Avatarian History – with a record spanning 261 games, ten World Cups and multiple other multiverse competitions – it was only right for Vhett to step into the role of President of the Avatarian Leagues of Association Football. Having brought a team from nothing to the quarterfinals in 8 World Cups is not something to look away from, and although his career was tarnished slightly by the final performances of the Bisons – going 5-7-1 in his last World Cup – Vhett is confident that soon glory will be returned to the Avatarian Republics, although initial performances in all seven tournaments to date have been far from promising.
Rating: S - Influence: A - Morale: A - Confidence: A – History: S

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┤ THE KITS ├

For thEighty-Ninth Edition of the World Cup, the Bisons will be wearing the uniforms they debuted in the 2021.1 Campaign at the Eighty-Seventh World Cup.

The Third Kit will be utilised in two games; Matchday 15 vs Valanora and Matchday 17 vs Marianne.

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┤ PRIMARY FORMATION ├

While under Tay’haai and Vhett, the Bisons utilized the modern standard of the 4-4-2 Formation. Giving the Bisons a strong midfield presence while pairing two quick strikers – in the last cup being Skirata and Song Kaoru – the 4-4-2 allowed many of the Bison games to keep low goals for an opponent while giving them a chance to rack up high goals.

Unfortunately, that wasn’t always the case…

Under Interim Coach Wong Haru, the Bisons are changing up their usual style and taking out the second forward and replacing them with a stronger midfield presence in what is known as a 4-5-1 Formation. Usually taken by teams wanting to secure a lead, the 4-5-1 is often seen as a more ‘defensive minded’ formation. The extra midfielder – in this case Hisakawa Si Woo – often will float between a defensive position and a support position for the remaining forward. In choosing the speed of Skirata over the accuracy of Song Kaoru, Interim Coach Wong is giving up offensive capability to shore up defence. Especially considering that Song was the lead goal-scorer in the last World Cup, the focus on a slightly-younger Skirata may be a look to the future and keep Song on standby should the offence need a boost.

Expect to see the two men swapped out from game to game until the team solidifies. Of course, in a tournament with just four games, the team may not be able to completely figure out its new strategy in quick-enough fashion.

Unfortunately, the first foray of the new formation did not go according to plan, with the Bisons scoring a lone goal, and conceding five in three games. Of course, it takes time for a new formation and new coaching strategies to take effect, so the National Sports Council continues to out its faith in this new experiment, and behind Wong.

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┤ GROUP STAGE SCHEDULE ├

╚ GROUP FIVE ╗

Matchday 01 at Yue Zhou₃₅
Matchday 02 vs Aix les Filles₂₇₂
Matchday 03 at Treekidistan₁₂₉
Matchday 04 at Daehae₂₉₈
Matchday 05 vs Legalese₇₆
Matchday 06 at Valanora₃
Matchday 07 vs Sendhang₁₆₄
Matchday 08 at Marianne_UR
Matchday 09 vs Vdara₄₆

Matchday 10 vs Yue Zhou₃₅
Matchday 11 at Aix les Filles₂₇₂
Matchday 12 vs Treekidistan₁₂₉
Matchday 13 vs Daehae₂₉₈
Matchday 14 at Legalese₇₆
Matchday 15 vs Valanora₃
Matchday 16 at Sendhang₁₆₄
Matchday 17 vs Marianne_UR
Matchday 18 at Vdara₄₆

┤ HOME STADIUMS ├

Official Name: Stadium of the Republics
Local Name: The Bowl
Seating Capacity: 83,686
Location: Republic City, Republic Capital Territory, Gyatso-kai
Games Hosted: MD 02, MD 15, MD 17

Located in the premier Zhaoyang District of the Republics' Capital, the Stadium of the Republics is the largest football stadium in the entirety of Gyatso-kai. Home to the R.C. United team in the RPFL, the stadium is one of the most contested grounds in the entire league; seeing as R.C. United has been the top-placed team in each of the last four seasons, as well as dominating conference play. A short drive from the largest airport in the nation - Roku Capital International Airport - as well as some of the largest and most prestigious hotels in all of Gyatso-kai, a team that plays in "The Bowl" is sure to feel more than pampered. A truly multi-verse city, with the amenities one would expect, Republic City welcomes any and all fans from all across the multi-verse to sample the true amalgamation of Avatarian culture that is our capital.

Official Name: Stadia Capital
Local Name: The Stadia
Seating Capacitu: 78,050
Location: Beijing, Jing Prefecture, Earth Kingdom, Gyatso-kai
Games Hosted: MD 05, MD 09, MD 10

Located on the far western shores of Gyatso-kai, Beijing is one of the largest Earth Kingdom Cities in the nation. Taking its name from the bastion-like construction of Beijing, as well as its status as the capital of the fledgling Republics before the Unification, the Stadia Capital is another premier arena set to host five World Cup matches, including the opening match against Kohnhead.

Given that Beijing is an Earth Kingdom City, fans in attendance will be given a crash course in Earth Kingdom traditions and life. Do not be surprised should you come across bending in your journey; unlike the egalitarian nature of Republic City and the territories of the United Republics, Earth Kingdom people take great pride to incorporate their natural bending talents into their everyday lives. From train-car systems that rely on gravity to come downhill and bending to move uphill, to the Pro-Bending League games that will be held at the Earthen Ring during all five matchdays, visitors from around the multi-verse will get a taste of the blending of the traditional and the modern that occurs throughout the Republics.

Official Name: Meshgeroya'yaim
Local Name: Mesh'yaim
Seating Capacit:y 79,890
Location: Keldabe, Keldabe Autonomous Province, Mandalore, Gyatso-kai
Games Hosted: MD 07, MD 12, MD 13

For the truly brave traveler, the three games held in the third-largest city of Mandalore will be quite a contrasting view than those held in Republic City or Beijing. The sights of citizens in the traditional beskar'gam of the Mandalorian Clans - from their vivid colors and striking patterns to their keen obsession with weaponry - may be a bit much for the less-than-adventurous traveler. Be warned... the Mandalorian people love to show off their culture, and any fan who finds themselves exploring the local taverns and public houses will certainly experience it fully and unabashed.

Just make sure when you walk in, you ring the beskar'naumiit... the giant bell to the side of the entry way. And no, it isn't missing the chord to ring it. You punch it...

The Meshgeroya'yaim - 'Home of the Beautiful Game' in Mando'a - is an incredible stadium located on a high elevated cliff overlooking the city of Keldabe. The capital of the province of the same name, Keldabe is a true Mandalorian town, where the traditional has been adapted to serve the modern needs. The stadium itself, which has stood on the same ground since 1890, is a hearkening back to the old ways of Mandalore. In a time when clan rules were established through combat, the Mesh'yaim has the feel of an old coliseum, with the iron sides of the outside shielding the area from all noise that is not from the game. Of course, whenever a goal is scored by the home side, the resounding roar of the Kaab'akaan could be heard through the entire region and everyone in Keldabe knew their team had made a goal.

Unfortunately, the Kaab'akaan is turned off during multi-verse play, and only sounded at the start of each half, to signal the end, and then blown twice to signal the game's conclusion.

┤ ROLEPLAY PERMISSIONS ├

Choose my goal scorers: Yes
Godmod Scoring Events: Yes
Injure to my players: Yes for minor, one-game-out injuries. I will decide and RP any further inactivity for a player caused by your injury.
Godmod injuries: Yes for minor, one-game-out injuries
Hand out Yellow cards to my players: Yes, within reason
Hand out Red cards to my players: Yes (1 MAX PER GAME)
Godmod Other Events: Yes, within reason. Please telegram me if you’re in doubt.

[Natanians and Nosts]

Kits made by:K Kits

Coach:Márcus Ion Mutu
Goalkeeper trainer:Márcus Carolus Ioanescu
Psychologist:Mihai Iohann Marques

# name position height club

37	Daniel Whitcliffe	 	goalkeeper	27	 	Dínamo N-City
2	Rato Ret             	        r. wingback	36	1,80	Notrina Lat F.C.
13	Ápius Carolus Ionescu         	centre back	27	1,80	The N. Blue Lions
15	Paulus Mihai D'Orville       	centre back	23	1,90	S.C. N-City
69	Caeso Júlio Probus	 	d. midfielder	18	1,80	"free agent"
6	Laço Tralto         	        l. wingback	36	1,80	Notrina Lat F.C.
7	John Cramer			a. midfielder	19	1,97	The N. Blue Lions
17	João Márcus Munteanu       	a. midfielder	31	1,80	T-natanicus F.C.
20	Jorge Luís Humboldt	 	centre-forward	30	1,80	Vandiu Athletic	
10	Gabriel Ápio Silva	 	  striker	35	1,73	The S. Blue Lions
25	Niels Numídio North      	    striker	30	1,95	T-natanicus F.C.
45	Mihai Xosé Apilescu        	goalkeeper	29	1,90	S.C. N-City
27	Cláudius Petre Constantinescu	centre back	20	1,78	The N. Blue Lions
14	Marcus Caeso Domicianus	 	r. wingback	30	1,75	S.C. N-City
28	Mikhail Ioan Ionescu	 	centre back	20	1,80	The N. Blue Lions
16	Michel Carvalho               	l. wingback	32	 	The Northern Blue Lions
53	Mihai C. Mureșan-Antonescu	a. midfielder	26	1,80	The S. Blue Lions
18	Ion Viktor Enderssen    	d. midfielder	29	1,90	The Northern Blue Lions
19	Mihai Júnio Lima Larssen	d. midfielder	29	1,80	Rodion F.C.
54	Jack Kramer	 	 	a. midfielder	19	1,93	Aruanãs Azuis F.C. (Cheetahs and reptiles Coalison)
21	Rodion Gabriel da Silva        	  striker	31	1,78	Rodion F.C.
90	Getúlio Epitácio Soares        	goalkeeper	28	1,80	N-City F.C.
23	Ion Claudiu t'Brāhinni	 	    striker	33	1,92	Notrina Lat F.C.
24	Ioan Magnus Shroom       	goalkeeper	21	2,15	"free agent"

captain's name is in blue

Starters

10	20	25

	7	 	17
	69

6	15		13	2
	37

Stadiuns/Stadia:Stadion Nacional (home games are likely to occur here)
Stadion Tyrannosaurus natanicus
Arenă N-City
Arenă Notrina Lat

RP Permissions
Choose my scorers:Yes
Godmod scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: No
Godmod Injuries to my players:No
Give Yellow Cards to my players:Yes (Maximum three per match)
Give Red Cards to my players:Yes (One per match,but never the goalkeeper)
Godmod other events:No
Style Modifier:+4,236

[Electrum]

RE: Electrum Roster [SEC=SENSITIVE]

TO whomever is reading this, 

I have risked life and limb to steal this document from the Electrum Football offices. After negotiating my way past an annoying intern, a crocodile pit, a laser room, and a twenty-four hour Scientology lecture, I publish this information in the hopes that someone, anyone, can beat the Electrumite team.

- Anonymous

PS: Isn't it odd that the Electrumite team seemingly age four times more slowly than anyone else?

Electrum National Football Team
presented by Electrum Football

General Information
The sentient creatures from the country of Electrum take part in a competitive endeavour called football, where the objective is to use feet (the bottom two limbs) to move the ball into the opposing team's netted zone, scoring one goal. The most goals wins the match. Electrum's performance in this tournament, can be objectively described as being "okay" with a win in the "World Cup 78" competition, and losses in all other editions. The state of football, has recently fallen by the wayside in recent years, due to the catastrophe that required your (The Computator) intervention. You may recall that you saved Electrum from a time freeze, a phenomenon where we were stuck in place while time moved inexorably forward across the rest of the multiverse. Because Electrum's players were stuck in a time freeze, their muscles have atrophied to the point of no return, so we've had to throw out the old team and start fresh with new players who didn't have a large base to begin with. We've really only kept the captain on board.

Of course you recall, with your fifth dimensional neural network, we embedded some of your interdimensional friends from other worlds, to assist the team. Unfortunately, this arrangement has not worked out for certain creatures, so we have replaced some of them with the native sentient creatures. You will be happy to note that we have continued to keep Einarsson, King of the Armoured Bears as well as Seb on the team. We have generated a new strategy utilising Seb for this World Cup. The Electrumite National Team are not expected to make great success in this competition, and this trend is expected to continue in perpetuity. This will also be captain Alan Moore's last campaign, as his knees are expected to buckle within the next year due to fatigue related to playing this sport.

Style: 0

Statistical Information

Best World Cup record: Champion (WC78)
Worst World Cup record: We don't talk about that

Coaching Staff
Manager: Tyler Fernando
Assistant Manager: Jemima Bryant
Development Manage: Risa Shigaraki

A new contract is currently in effect with the procurement of services from Tyler Fernando, sentient creature. Fernando has previously, we understand, piloted the Electrumite National Team to the victory in World Cup 78. Jemima Bryant is noted for her use of technology in decision making and could prove useful in other capacities for The Computator. She has indicated that she is ready to feed real-time statistics directly into your neural network so you can better understand the data that humans generate.

Roster
Starting XI
#1 Ralph Mills - 26 - GK - Hamilton Sandstorm
#4 Elenora Sapper - 22 - DF - Taeshan City Miners
#5 Bayden Forest - 27 - DF - Hamilton Sandstorm
#7 Roland McCourtney - 30 - FW - Grenville Sailors
#9 Sentient Energy Ball (Seb)** - ?? - FW
#12 William Stewart - 24 - DF - University
#13 Julius van Buren - 29 - MF - Grenville Sailors
#18 Alan Moore - 33 (c) - DF - Directus
#20 Nindethana Nindethana (vc) - 28 - MF - Eastal Lunar
#22 Einarsson, King of the Armoured Bears - ?? - MF
#24 Android X3-TU in the shape of a flightless bird - ?? - MF

**Note: Seb will be wearing a 'jacket' for the duration of this tournament, which will cover its entire body. The jacket will look identical to a normal football. Some confusion may be had.

Substitutes
#11 David Patterson - 23 - FW - NextGen
#14 Deborah Garcia - 21 - MF - NextGen
#15 Marcus Renshaw - 26 - FW - FC Fairleigh-Warburton
#16 Alex Xiao - 24 - FW - Somer City and Surrounds
#19 Pete Westtcott - 26 - MF - Ventura Bay
#21 Christine Bayer - 22 - DF - Agri Foodbowl
#26 Cindy Torvald - 22 - MF - Pinkerton FC
#27 Crystal Le - 29 - DF - Kale Island Dwarfs
#28 Ian Kravitz - 25 - DF - Burnton 1963
#30 Peyton Nix - 27 - GK - Prescott Wolves
#32 Sarah Archer - 25 - GK - Centralis Heart

Formation
4-4-2
Style: 0

-                First Eleven Formation                -

               McCourtney               Seb

Android        Einarsson             van Buren        Nindethana

Stewart         Forest                 Moore             Sapper

                             Mills

Kit Information


Kits have been provided by infinite, a Donnacona company

Stadium Information

Melbourne Rectangular Stadium

Melbourne Cricket Ground

All Electrum home matches where Electrum is the higher ranked team will be at Centralis Arena (capacity: 40,000). All other matches (where Electrum is the lower ranked team) will be at Olympic Stadium (capacity: 100,000).

RP Permissions
Everything/anything is acceptable can occur to the non-human players. Humans cannot be killed or suffer career ending injuries.

[Blouman Empire]

FOOTBALL FEDERATION OF BLOUMANY

The Football Federation of Bloumany (FFB) wishes to advise all interested parties of the final roster for the 87th World Cup Qualifiers has been finalised.

Manager: Samuel Foranna

Goalkeepers

1. James Bushmaster
Age 28
Club: Old Road

31. Jack of the Meer
Age: 33
Club: Jollipville Athletic

22. Stephan Maulk
Age: 26
Club: FC Kallana

Defenders

2. Rhys Lornet
Age: 31
Position: RB
Club: Old Road

3. Ryan Court
Age: 23
Position: CB
Club: Newalls FC

13. William Dressen
Age: 27
Position: CB
Club: Hellstom

5. Michael Relston
Age: 30
Position: LB
Club: Grinstead-Linkon United

13. Nathan Miller
Age: 20
Position: CB
Club: Lindermond

12. George Laner
Age: 26
Position: RCB
Club Woodstork

15. Jack Cooper
Age: 30
Position: LB
Club: Baxon City

Midfielders

6. John Miller
Age: 32
Position: DM/CM
Club: Kings Court

18. Liam Peach
Age 24
Position CM
Club: Salton United

10. Nathanial Launzel
Age: 27
Position: AM

16. Max Fox
Age: 30
Position: DM
Club: Wests

18. Luke Cootts
Age 21
Position CM

20. Rhys Brown
Age: 22
Position: AM

Forwards

7. Luke Coldle
Age: 20
Position: RW
Club: Lamberton Athletic

9. Luke Cousins
Age: 32
Position: ST
Club: Jollipville Athletic

11. Lincoln Zilva
Age: 30
Position: LW
Club: Bruschoken

21. Jacob Hurry
Age: 27
Position: RW
Club: Bruschoken

19 Lord John Of Milken
Age: 29
Position: ST
Club: Milken FC

21. Neo Overland
Age: 27
Position: LW

Uniform
Home Strip

Away Strip


Style Modifier: +2
Formation
4-3-3
Starters numbers 1-11, unless otherwise notified

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod scoring events Y
RP injuries to my players Y (however, I decide severity)
Godmod injuries to my players N
Hand out yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out red cards to my players N
Godmod other events Y (within reason TG me if you want something major)

[Twicetagram and JYPe]

Stuff

The Official National Football Association Of Twicetagria

Twicetagrian National Football Team

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Helpful Information
Manager: Lyuk Druuga
Nickname: The Lieutenants
Formation: 4-4-2
Style Modifier: -2
National Squad
Goalkeepers

1  | Andi Stavii   | Анди Ставий          | 25 years old | provisional Starting XI
12 | Janik Harleyv | Яник Харлейв         | 23 years old
22 | Andrei Sorlov | Андреи Сорлив        | 21 years old

Defenders

2  | Gyalras Endavii        | NIL                   | 23 years old | CB    | provisional Starting XI
3  | Hugo Idana-Vasirtekiev | Хюго Идана-Васыртекев | 22 years old | CB    | provisional Starting XI
4  | Adan Bushiny           | Адан Бушинь           | 21 years old | CB  
5  | Adelfi Kartini         | Аделфи Картинь        | 23 years old | LWB   | provisional Starting XI
13 | Josen Gilliara         | Ёсен Гиляра           | 28 years old | CB  
15 | Jadan Isaaiy           | Ядан Исааий           | 21 years old | LWB
18 | Eris Vilkan            | NIL                   | 26 years old | RWB   | provisional Starting XI
20 | Kappi Oostavan         | Каппи Оставан         | 22 years old | RWB

Midfielders

6  | Yusef Tyga             | Юсеф Тийга            | 23 years old | CDM   | provisional Starting XI
7  | Nidanshi Hardan        | Ниданший Хардан       | 21 years old | LM    | provisional Starting XI
8  | Ellis Dahannasi        | Элис Даханнаси        | 23 years old | CM    | provisional Starting XI
9  | Dhairon Schani         | Даирон Щани           | 23 years old | RM    | provisional Starting XI
14 | Hegeas Sunurovic       | Хэгяс Цунуробич       | 21 years old | CM
16 | Arlatan Govin          | Арлатан Говинь        | 23 years old | CM/CDM
17 | Kivi Juric             | Киви Журич            | 22 years old | RM
21 | Aniily Guronmov        | Анилий Гупонмов       | 21 years old | LM/RM   
23 | Junni Saltsei          | Юнни Салцей           | 22 years old | CDM

Forwards

10 | Tengretz Aidor         | Тэнгрец Айдор         | 23 years old | provisional Starting XI
11 | Ivan Idana-Vasirtekiev | Иван Идана-Васыртекев | 21 years old
19 | Shaun Brinitov         | Шаун Бринитов         | 22 years old

RP Permissions

Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Choose Scoring Events: Yes
Godmod Scoring Events: No
RP injuries to my players: Approach me first
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out Yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out Red cards to my players: Approach me first
Godmod Other Events: No

[Sendhang]

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Persatuan Sepakbola Seluruh Sendhang
All-Sendhang Football Association



Sendhang National Football Team
Trigramme: SDG
Demonym: Sendhangite
Nickname: The Rice Farmers
Style Modifier : -2

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Overview

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Sendhang or Federation of Sendhang is a a landlocked nation located in the Melayu Archipelago on the Melayu Mainland. It has a land border with Acastanha, Kayangan, Springmont, Havynwilde, Bachok, and Samudera Darussalam. Sendhang consists of a federal territory and 4 states namely Lemah Banyu, Alamsunda, Putrasia, and Nainhá.

Football in Sendhang is governed by the newly-formed Persatuan Sepakbola Seluruh Sendhang (PS3). PS3 was officially formed over a year ago. Before the formation of PS3, football in Sendhang was governed separately by each of the state FAs. There was no Sendhang national team prior to the formation of PS3.

The formation of PS3 also paved the way for a new national league, the Liga Super Sendhang (LSS) which kicked off its inaugural season last year. There was no national league before the introduction of LSS. Each of the state FAs organized their league separately before this.

The 89th World Cup qualifier will be Sendhang's second-ever participation in the most prestigious national football team tournament in the world. Sendhang failed to qualify for the 88th World Cup after finishing 9th out of 10th nations in the qualifiers.

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PS3 Complex & Facilities

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PS3 is headquartered at PS3 Complex in Kambang, the capital city of Sendhang. The complex is located in an area of 55 hectares in the southern part of the Capital Region of Kambang.

It is equipped with the 40,000 seaters national stadium, the Federal Stadium or locally known as Stadium Persekutuan, an older 20,000 seaters stadium, the Unity Stadium or locally known as Stadium Perpaduan, an office block, an accommodation block, a gymnasium, and 3 training pitches.

When PS3 was formed, the facilities were immediately transferred to the new football governing body. The facilities were managed by the Ministry of Youth and Sports before PS3 was formed.

The Federal Stadium is an all-seater multi-purpose stadium and the home ground of the Sendhang national football team. The Federal Stadium has a capacity of 40,000 making it the largest football stadium in Sendhang. All Sendhang home matches will be held at the Federal Stadium.

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Staffs & Tactics

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Head Coach: Teuku Syarkawi

Teuku Syarkawi is the former head coach of KS Tapaklaboh, the champion of Divisi 1 Putrasia, the highest division in the state of Putrasia before the introduction of Liga Super Sendhang. His appointment as the first head coach of the Sendhang national team was made a week after PS3 was officially announced. It was an easy decision for the decision-makers in PS3 as Syarkawi is a very highly-rated head coach among football enthusiasts in Sendhang especially Putrasia.

He led Sendhang into its debut competition in the 7th Melayu Archipelago Cup in Pemecutan in which Sendhang won once, drew three times, and lost once. Sendhangite, especially the people in the corridors of power at PS3 Complex were generally happy with the performance of the national team in Pemecutan and put their faith in Syarkawi to continue leading the national team by extending his contract for 3 years which still has 2 years to go.

Assistant Head Coach: Teuku Irfan

Teuku Irfan was handpicked by Syarkawi to be the assistant head coach of the Sendhang national team. Irfan is a graduate of sports science from the Universiti Sendhang. He is a long-time friend of Syarkawi and was his assistant at KS Tapaklaboh. The two complement each other and have worked well together for years. Irfan will usually lead team training while Syarkawi spent most of his time monitoring the training from his office while analyzing data and formulating strategies.

Style Modifier : -2
Formation : 4-1-2-3 DM

Teuku Syarkawi is a defensive-minded counter-attacking coach. He prefers to play with a defensive midfielder to protect the back four and to start counter-attacks. This is accompanied by two quick wingers that will sit deep to help the defense when they don't have the ball and get in position to launch a counter-attack while in transition when they have just won the ball.

Syarkawi prefers his team to be very disciplined in defending. His team will sit deep and frustrate the opponent for 90 minutes if needed. He doesn't believe in possession football. He wants his team to be very direct and quick when attacking. As he said, "possession doesn't win games. Goal does. Keep it tight at the back and hit team on the break."

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Players
Starting Line Up in bold

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Goalkeeper

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GK: Albertus Wageo (CAPTAIN)
Age: 30
Club: KS Larantuka
30 Caps, 9 Clean Sheets

Albertus Wageo is the Liga Super Sendhang’s goalkeeper of the year. He signed for KS Larantuka from PS Oelmasi at the start of the previous season on a free transfer. The Oelmasi-born goalkeeper helped his new club to a second-place finished in the league and also conceded the least goal in the process. His selection as the captain of the national team has been an honor for him. His leadership, integrity, influence, and high social skills are what the coach sees in him. Syarkawi believed that Wageo as a captain could unite the new squad which comprises players from all sorts of backgrounds.

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Bench:

GK: Monyet Pasuryan
Age: 27
Club: Persejo Kratonredjo
0 Cap

Monyet Pasuryan's ability in guarding the Persejo Kratonredjo goal last season deserved a thumbs up and earned him a call-up to the national team. The 27 years old Kratonredjo-born sweeper goalkeeper was ever-present for the club from the state capital of Lemah Banyu. He only conceded 21 times in the 22 matches that he played. This record led Persejo Kratonredjo to be the 4th least conceded team in the Liga Super Sendhang last season.

GK: Atep Ramadani, 24 - KS Danokota

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Defender

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DR: Teuku Hamzah
Age: 24
Club: KS Tapaklaboh
27 Caps, 0 Goal

Small and cunning, that is how the media described Teuku Hamzah. He is one of the four KS Tapakbaloh players called up by Syarkawi to the national team, their former head coach. His performance in the last 2 seasons convinced Syarkawi to call him up for national duty. Sendhangite will be looking for him to use his speed and agility to make overlap to open the space for Sendhang down the wing.

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DC: Teuku Muhammad Bari
Age: 29
Club: KS Tapaklaboh
26 Caps, 0 Goal

Teuku Muhammad Bari is a strong and commanding center-back. He is very highly rated by Syarkawi who coached him at KS Tapaklaboh but Bari is not a player that football fans in Putrasia are interested in because of his temperament. While he is a regular player for his club, he is also a regular on the referee's notebook for the yellow and red cards. He is often seen kicking the opponent's leg, sometimes he is in trouble for it but sometimes he gets away with it. His disciplinary record is bad. Nevertheless, he won the Liga Super Sendhang best defender of the year last season. His ability to mark, tackle and close down opponents is enough for Syarkawi to call him up. He is also an asset when defending or attacking a set-piece due to his heading ability and jumping reach.

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DC: Putra Lumipada
Age: 29
Club: Persejo Kratonredjo
26 Caps, 1 Goal

Putra Lumipada consistently led the back four of Persejo Kratonredjo for the past 2 seasons. His role for his club was irreplaceable. The ball-playing defender was third on the Liga Super Sendhang’s best defender of the year award last season behind Teuku Muhammad Bari and Niko Kefalo. The 29 years old Kratonredjo-born who is also the captain of Persejo Kratonredjo was very commanding throughout the season and kept his backline very disciplined.

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DL: Niko Kefalo
Age: 27
Club: KS Larantuka
23 Caps, 0 Goal

The 27 years old defender of KS Larantuka is the star player of his club helping his club to 3
Liga Mese Nainhá title and became the runner-up in the inaugural Liga Super Sendhang season in which he came 2nd in the best defender of the year award behind Teuku Muhammad Bari. He is in his seventh year with KS Larantuka after his contract was extended for another 3 years last season.

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Bench:
DR: Edo Rungao, 25 - FS Waingapu - 3 Caps, 0 Goal
DC: Kensiu Lanoh, 29 - Perseguput Gunung Putri - Uncapped
DC: Dadan Winata, 24 - KS Danokota - Uncapped
DL: Jahut Seletar, 25 - Perseguput Gunung Putri - 3 Caps, 0 Goal

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Midfielder

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DM: Josua Beripeda
Age: 28
Club: KS Larantuka
25 Caps, 1 Goal

The call-up of Beripeda last year was quite surprising. The regista was playing for PS Ruteng which is a middle-level club in Nainhá. The club never reached the top 4 but Beripeda's performance caught the eye of Teuku Syarkawi. His flexibility is amazing. Although originally a defensive midfielder, he could move forward to help the attack. He is also comfortable playing as a sweeper. This versatility makes Beripeda a unique addition to the national team. He signed for the champion of Nainhá, KS Larantuka during the off-season to challenge himself at the highest level in Sendhang football and it was arguably the best transfer of the season as Beripeda went on to become the Liga Super Sendhang’s best play of the year and helped KS Larantuka to a second-place finish.

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MC: Teuku Hassan Al Qari
Age: 31
Club: KS Tapaklaboh
23 Caps, 0 Goal

Teuku Hassan Al-Qari is the captain of KS Tapaklaboh. He is very highly respected by his teammates. He spent his entire career with KS Tapaklaboh. The emergence of Teuku Herman 2 seasons ago, a KS Tapaklaboh academy graduate challenged Hassan's place in the starting eleven but Syarkawi is confident that Hassan can maintain his form and skills for the foreseeable future and deserved his place in the starting eleven of the national team. His main quality is his creativity, vision, and passing ability. Hassan is another player that the national team can rely on to take the free kicks and corner kicks.

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MC: Nanang Wirajuda
Age: 29
Club: KS Danokota
23 Caps, 4 Goals

Nanang Wirajuda was a key player for KS Danokota for the past few seasons in which they clinched the Liga Perdana Alamsunda title in the last 3 seasons before Liga Super Sendhang was introduced. He is usually deployed as an advanced playmaker or a box-to-box midfielder at his club. Sendhangite will be looking to see Nanang replicate his club form for the national team especially with his composure, long-range passing, and high stamina. He is the deal-ball specialist for his club and the national team.

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Bench:
DM: Jorok Mendriq, 22 - Perseguput Gunung Putri - 4 Caps, 0 Goal
MC: Wedhus Geni, 25 - KS Gunung Kayasu - 4 Caps, 0 Goal
MC: Teuku Herman, 20 - KS Tapaklaboh - Uncapped

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Forward

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AMR: Ramon Kalbasi
Age: 25
Club: KS Larantuka
4 Caps, 1 Goal

Ramon Kalbasi is one of the standout performers for KS Larantuka on their way to a second-place finish in the inaugural Liga Super Sendhang season last year. His trickery and dribbling skills caught the eye of many and earned him a spot in the Liga Super Sendhang’s best XI of the year award. The right inside forward is also a huge threat in terms of goalscoring as he went on to be the second top goalscorer in the league behind Teuku Salahuddin.

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AML: Cezar Nowela
Age: 24
Club: KS Larantuka
2 Caps, 1 Goal

Unlike most of the players in the national team squad, Cezar Nowela was not part of the squad in the last Melayu Archipelago Cup. The left inside forward was only called up last year after his performance with KS Larantuka in the first few Liga Super Sendhang matches last season caught the eye of Teuku Syarkawi. Sendhangite will be looking for Nowela’s pace when hitting the opponent on the break as well as getting into the opponent’s penalty box for a goalscoring chance.

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ST: Teuku Salahuddin
Age: 21
Club: KS Tapaklaboh
3 Caps, 0 Goal

Teuku Salahuddin confirmed his status as one of the best strikers in the country last season after winning 3 end-of-season Liga Super Sendhang awards, the most award won by a single player. Salahuddin will be leading the line of attack for Sendhang for the first time after winning the striker of the year, young player of the year as well as the golden boot award. Standing at only 170cm, Salahuddin is miniature in size but very quick and clinical in finishing.

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Bench:

AMR - Temiar Kintak
Age: 28
Club: Perseguput Gunung Putri
23 Caps, 1 Goal

Temiar Kintak is not known for his goalscoring ability but he ticked all the boxes preferred by Syarkawi to fill this position. He is a very hardworking player who will help the defense, probably run on 3 lungs because he never gets tired and most importantly has the pace and trickery to launch a counter-attack when they won the ball.

AML: Keylar Samoi
Age: 28
Club: KS Gunung Kayasu
24 Caps, 4 Goals

Keylar Samoi is the main attacking threat for his club, KS Gunung Kayasu in Liga Lemah Banyu. He mainly plays on the left-wing but is also comfortable playing as a striker. His main strength is his pace, dribbling, and long shot.

ST - Gusti Sing Nggawe
Age: 29
Club: Free Agent
24 Caps, 16 Goals

Gusti Sing Nggawe is the star of the national team. He was the top goal scorer of Liga Lemah Banyu 2 seasons ago and helped Pesisir United to a third-place finish, enough for them to earn a spot in the new Liga Super Sendhang last season. He gained national prominence last year after scoring 5 of the 7 goals for Sendhang in the 7th Melayu Archipelago Cup especially after scoring the winning goal against Trolleborg. He then went on to score 16 goals in his first 13 international appearances. He is a very good header of the ball, has good first touch, and is very sharp in the penalty box but his failure to find the net in his last 11 international appearances made him second to Teuku Salahuddin this time around.

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Kits

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HOME / AWAY / GK

The kits for the Sendhang national team are sponsored by Kapak, a local sports brand based in Tapaklaboh in the state of Putrasia.

The Sendhang national team is in its traditional blue kits which represent the lake in the middle of Sendhang that united the whole country and served as a water source for its inhabitants for centuries.

The secondary kit for the national team is mainly in green color that represents the staple food and main export of the country, rice as well as the tropical rainforest that covers the country.

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RP Permission

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My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Preferred Goalscorers: Any of the midfielders or forwards
Godmod scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: Yes
Godmod injuries to my players: Yes
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes
Godmod other events: Yes

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[The Licentian Isles]

Licentian National Football Team

The Cyan-and-Gold can’t really have any complaints about their first cycle back in international football. A run to the quarter finals in the Campionato Esportiva was followed by a very respectable World Cup qualifying campaign, and then finishing third place in the toughest group in the Cup of Harmony in Græntfjall and Krytenia. At the start of their second cycle, a run to the Round of 16 in the Campionato, along with some success for the women’s team at the Olympics, shows some promise for the future. Perhaps it also lives up to fears of the sophomore struggles though: Licentians will be hoping otherwise.

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Head Coach - Fabrizio Kaal
At first, people questioned the decision of the FALI to hire the title winning manager of Montfort Wanderers only one year into his term at the club. Nobody is questioning Fabrizio Kaal anymore. His change of style seems to have only benefitted a Licentian squad that relied on strong defence throughout their first cycle back on the big stage. Many people are wondering if Kaal will leave the Cyan-and-Gold as quickly as he left the Wanderers: currently, they’re just grateful to have him.

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Formation - 4-5-1 (Skill Modifier: -2):
Kaal has dropped his style from when he managed Montfort Wanderers for a more traditional Licentian style; a 5 man midfield with a playmaking holding midfielder, pacey wingers and a lone striker with the ability to hold up the ball and prowess in the air. The wingers will often drop back alongside the central midfielders, especially in defence, occasionally encouraging overlaps from the full backs, and set pieces will be an important part of the game plan. It is hoped that this slightly defensive style will lead the Licentians further than an all-out attack against more experienced teams, as it has up to now under Kaal’s leadership.

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Squad:

Goalkeepers:

Caitlin Fraser - 33 years – SC Montfort – CAPTAIN
Sam Heijnis - 29 years - St Thomas
Leland Wood - 25 years - Montfort Wanderers
Aimil MacGowan – 19 years – Marketville

There will be no surprise to keen observers of Licentian football with regards to who leads the goalkeeping corps going into World Cup qualifying. Caitlin Fraser, now the captain for the Cyan-and-Gold, is very much a legend in Licentian football, even after her move from Glenmount to SC. There’s also not a huge amount of surprise in the back-ups, with Heijnis and Wood both well established as other options between the sticks. Kaal has opted for one surprise, in the inclusion of young Aimil MacGowan, but it’s likely that the woman referred to as “the next Caitlin Fraser” will have some waiting to do to get her senior debut.

Full Backs:

Cam Spijker - 31 years – Mipojoseon
Rowan Findlay - 26 years - Montfort Wanderers
Sarah Maartens – 25 years – St Thomas
Seren Thomson – 22 years – Couno Rangers

While there’s been some variety in the back-ups in the back four, the defence continues as it has for a number of years, and that starts with the full backs. Cam Spijker has gone from strength to strength since his move to Quebec, and Rowan Findlay has been a strong part of Montfort’s success recently. In reserve, Sarah Maartens has gone to a number of recent tournaments with the Cyan-and-Gold, and is pushing for Spijker’s spot if he steps away from international football any time soon, while Seren Thomson’s move away from Celtic to Tumbra hasn’t stopped Kaal from calling her up to the senior squad.

Centre Backs:

Lucia Allen - 28 years - Abingdon Celtic
Flora Watson - 30 years - St Thomas – VICE-CAPTAIN
Harris Shaw - 23 years – Waterfleet
Toby Ferguson – 23 years – Bul Khungur Miners
Arwen van As – 20 years – Garton Bay Pirates

Again, no change in who’s starting at centre half, and that’s no surprise. Lucia Allen and Flora Watson have both been immense at club and international level in recent years, with Watson captaining St Thomas to their first title last season. Harris Shaw has been part of the improvement at their rivals Waterfleet, with Toby Ferguson impressing in Tikariot. Arwen van As, long considered one of the better players at Garton Bay in a tough time for the club, earns her first call-up to the senior squad.

Holding Midfielders:

Saul van Duuren - 23 years – Waterfleet
Fiadh Buchan – 20 years – Saltburn Wanderers
Daniel Godijn – 21 years - Blackheath

The midfield continues to be the youngest part of the Licentian squad, with some incredibly young talents having proven themselves in recent years. The Waterfleet star, Saul van Duuren, has well and truly replaced Alex Graham as the starter in the holding midfield position so well loved by Licentian tacticians, and he’s backed up by two youngsters with it all to prove. Fiadh Buchan was vital to Saltburn earning promotion to the Premier League, while Daniel Godijn has played a big role in an impressive start to the season for the Stags.

Centre Midfielders:

Arlo McGregor - 24 years - Montfort Wanderers
Arthur Mazereeuw – 21 years – St Thomas
Thomas Hughes – 21 years – Montfort Wanderers
Regan McMillan – 22 years – AFC Farnworth
Josh Williams – 26 years – SC Montfort

The central midfielders seem likely to bring all the creativity for the Isles throughout qualifying. Arlo McGregor has established himself as a star in the Cyan-and-Gold, with the Wanderers midfielder being one of the greatest attacking talents that club has produced in recent years. He’s joined by Arthur Mazereeuw, who had a breakout season with the Sky Blues last year. McGregor’s Montfort colleague, Thomas Hughes, will also be included in the squad and likely to see some game time, with Regan McMillan joining his sister in the national team once again. Josh Williams, the set piece specialist playing for the Royals, is called up once again to the extended squad for qualifying.

Wingers:

Miles Henderson - 27 years - Abingdon Celtic
Wisse Tuininga - 25 years – SW Stahlberg
Scarlet McKenzie - 23 years – Mountainside
Casey McMillan – 22 years – AFC Farnworth
Mitch Louws – 21 years – St Thomas

The wings for the Isles will see, once again, two experienced players backed up by a number of young upstarts. Miles Henderson captained the men’s team at the Olympics in Electrum, and returns to the senior squad here where he will play opposite Wisse Tuininga, who has seemed reinvigorated since his move to Siovanija and Teusland. One of two Eura-based players in the squad, Scarlet McKenzie, will be seen a number of times through qualifying, and she’s joined in backing up the older two by the other McMillan twin, Casey, and another St Thomas midfielder coming off a banner year, Mitch Louws.

Centre Forwards:

Tiago Weiling - 30 years - St Thomas
Ruaridh Grant - 26 years - Gaelic Club
Anne-Linde van Oers - 22 years – Olympic Thessia
Tyler Veldhoen – 25 years – Katashi-Kanatsu

It’s difficult to designate which of these strikers will truly be first choice for Fabrizio Kaal throughout qualifying. Tiago Weiling is well-established as a star for the defending Licentian champions, but Ruaridh Grant won the golden boot last year, and Anne-Linde van Oers has been impressive since making the move to Mytanija. They’re backed up by Tyler Veldhoen, one of a number of foreign based players that Kaal reportedly considered for the fourth spot up front in this squad.

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Kits - Created by Kirola Sports of Audioslavia:

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Home Stadiums:
The FALI (Football Association of the Licentian Isles) have decided that multiple stadiums will be used to host Licentian international games in the future. One stadium from each parish has been selected to host games, and they are all the most equipped in their area. However, most Licentian stadiums equipped for international matches have some areas of terracing or standing areas, some of which may be allocated to travelling supporters. If you are interested in the specific allocation your nation will receive, and the seated-standing split, please contact the FALI (OOC - me, by TG or Discord).

LTI Stadium:
Location - Montfort, Montfort Parish
Capacity - 75,000 (all seated)
Home Side - Montfort Wanderers, traditional home of the Licentian Isles National Football Team
Hosting – Kelssek (MD2), Twicetagria (MD9), Astograth (MD12)

Gardiner-Stewart Stadium:
Location - Abingdon, Abingdon Parish
Capacity - 62,000 (48,000 seated)
Home Side - Abingdon Celtic
Hosting – Euran Oceanian Territories (MD13), Darkmania (MD17)

St Bart’s Oval:
Location - St Bart’s, St Bart’s Parish
Capacity - 50,500 (24,000 seated)
Home Team - St Bart’s United
Hosting – Bongo Johnson (MD5), Pascafia (MD7)

Barton Software Arena:
Location - Colesham, Colesham Parish
Capacity - 47,000 capacity (42,000 seated)
Home Team - Colesham Athletic
Hosting – Kimi-Suomi (MD10), Malta Comino Gozo (MD15)

For details on how to get to the Licentian Isles, how to get around once you are here, general enquiries about the parish your team will be hosted in, or facilities at each ground, please contact the FALI (OOC - again, me, by TG or Discord).

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Visitors to the Licentian Isles for international matches should note that there are a growing number of football hooligans, known on the Isles as “casuals”, who are always liable to cause disruption and possibly attack fans travelling to the Licentian Isles. Travelling supporters are advised to wear team colours wherever possible (as casuals will not attack fans wearing colours without provocation), and avoid areas of the Isles populated by violent casual groups, along with trying to avoid these groups at matches. Most casual groups will be easily identifiable by banners they carry or songs they sing. Groups to avoid (with associated club and parish) include:

Jolly Roger (Garton Bay Pirates, Montfort Parish)
Capital City Squad (Montfort North End, Montfort Parish)
Real Celts (Gaelic Club, Abingdon Parish)
Colliery Casual Crew (Colesham Rovers, Colesham Parish)
Island Riot Squad (St Bart’s United, St Bart’s Parish)
Licentian Border Squad (St Thomas, St Bart’s Parish)

Nations should also note that some casual or ultra groups may travel in force with the Licentian national team for international matches outside the Isles. Not all are violent, but most will carry flares and large banners, and make use of them to build up the atmosphere during a match. If your nation bans this kind of behaviour, please make the FALI aware so that we can warn fans travelling to your nation in advance.

For any more information on Licentian casuals, please contact the FALI (OOC - discuss by TG or Discord).

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My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Preferred starting lineup: check my most recent RP, otherwise the bolded players are most likely to start
Preferred Goalscorers: no preference
Godmod scoring events: No
RP injuries to my players: Yes, but I decide severity and how long they will be out for
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Discuss by TG/Discord
Godmod other events: Discuss by TG/Discord

Fair play and respect are important to Licentian players, and they should not be depicted as going outside the bounds of normal behaviour during a match without prior permission. I will also not tolerate the introduction of any virus or other world-changing thing to the Isles without prior permission. If you have another idea that you would like to RP I am happy to collaborate: hopefully it’s clear where to go by now.

Player ages are correct as of the first matchday.

[Kaldtfjell]

Kaldtfjeller National Football Team

The nation of Kaldtfjell has existed for many years, hidden from the rest of Esportiva by the mountains and by its previous dictator, Steinar Torgnysson. Upon his death, the nation’s new leader, his son, has decided that the world should know a little more about this growing mountain nation. Their first tournament, the Campionato Esportiva, saw them qualify out of their group in the Licentian Isles, only to be knocked out in the play-off round before the knock-outs proper. They will be hoping for a stronger showing in Banija and Bollonich to truly put the nation on the international map.

Head Coach – Sverre Ericsson

Formation - 3-5-2 (Skill Modifier: +3):

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Squad:

Goalkeepers:

Andor Baggisson – 21 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Tollak Einarsson – 34 years – FK Brumundal
Geir Erlingsson – 23 years – FK Svolborg
Fritjof Adalsteinnsson – 26 years – Treborg Fotball

Centre Backs:

Oyvind Baldersson – 26 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Snorri Erlandsson – 33 years – FK Steinnkjer
Viggo Gudbrandsson – 20 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Randel Vidarsson – 30 years – Treborg Fotball
Halvard Stigrsson – 30 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Asbjorn Halsteinsson – 20 years – FK Hvitirseid
Agnar Gandalfsson – 24 years – Treborg Fotball
Randolf Ivorsson – 22 years – FK Ulsteinvik

Holding Midfielders:

Odin Viggosson – 31 years – FK Brumundal
Amund Freyrsson – 19 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Odd Holgersson – 25 years – FK Svolborg

Centre Midfielders:

Elof Ingvarsson – 24 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Thorarinn Gandalfsson – 26 years – FK Steinnkjer
Torvald Einarsson – 30 years – FK Hvitirseid
Dagfinn Kerrsson – 31 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Viggo Amundsson – 19 years – Treborg Fotball

Wingers:

Sindri Beckettsson – 33 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Jarl Torkelsson – 28 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Torsten Hallbjornsson – 24 years – FK Steinnkjer
Alvar Torbjornsson – 24 years – FK Brumundal
Bo Magnisson – 22 years – FK Ulsteinvik

Centre Forwards:

Havardr Osmondsson – 27 years – FK Brumundal
Bjarne Gustavsson – 21 years – SFK Hornungsvagr
Egil Stigandrsson – 20 years – FK Ulsteinvik
Sigge Torleifsson – 24 years – FK Steinnkjer
Herleifr Svensson – 28 years – SFK Hornungsvagr

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Kits from Cloaker of Nephara:

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Home Stadium:
Teams visiting Kaldtfjell will be visiting the 36,500 capacity Hovdingsarena in the capital of the nation, Hornungsvagr. This stadium has a roof to protect from the wintery weather in Kaldtfjell, and is in the centre of the city, facing the Hovdingshavet, the lake that marks one border of the city, and indeed of the nation. This stadium is climate controlled, and is filled with a number of modern amenities that are lacking across much of the remainder of the nation. Arnfinn Steinarsson, the Hovding, declared this stadium would be built to welcome visitors in the coming World Cup qualifying campaign.

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My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Preferred starting lineup: the bolded players are most likely to start
Preferred Goalscorers: no preference
Godmod scoring events: No
RP injuries to my players: Yes, but I decide severity and how long they will be out for
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Discuss by TG/Discord
Godmod other events: Discuss by TG/Discord

I will not tolerate the introduction of any virus or other world-changing thing to Kaldtfjell without prior permission. If you have another idea that you would like to RP I am happy to collaborate by Discord or TG.

Player ages are correct as of the first matchday.

[Cassadaigua]

Team Cassadaigua- World Cup 89

Coach- Brittany Byers (52)
With Stephanie Sweeney now serving as the President of CASE, a new manager was needed for the Fillies for the first time since our return. Byers was the logical choice, since she had often been the backup national team manager, anyway. Has coached in the Copa Rushmori on multiple occasions, and was an assistant to Sweeney in World Cup 87, before being named the manager of the team prior to World Cup 88. This will be the first time that she must undertake a full qualifying campaign. As a player, the ex-defender played in World Cups 78 and 79, and was the captain of those teams. Also led Brattleboro FC to the most recent national championship, but has stepped down from that position to focus on the national team.

Assistant- Matt Villareal (42)- Baker Park
Villareal was the captain of the Baker Park national team in World Cups 80 and 81, helping them qualify in their first ever attempt. The former midfielder has held various coaching jobs within Baker Park and is seen as an up and coming coaching prospect in that nation. He served as the assistant to Byers in the World Cup 88 and here gets his first long qualifying campaign as an assistent.

Assistant- Hannah Shanley (Starksville United) (42)
Starting defender from World Cups 80-83, and then served as a regular substitute in World Cup 84. Has served in this role since World Cup 85, and that includes while she was still active as a player for a little while.

Starters in Green
Subs in Blue
Reserves in Red

Goalkeepers:
#20- Danielle Cotter (32) (Grande Mountain)- Starter WC 88, Sub WC 87, Reserve WC 85 & 86, Starter DBC 47, CR 34, 36 & 37; Reserve CR 38
#30- Katie Schnapper (28) (Concord Heights Suburban)- Starter CR 38, Sub WC 88, CR 36 & 37, Starter DBC 48
#31- Cynthia Kerr (25) (Victoriaville South End)- Sub CR 38, Reserve CR 37, Starter DBC 49

This is considered a three-headed monster for the nation at this point. Cotter gets the nod because of her overall experience with the team. Cotter will be the regular starter, but do not expect to see her in every game during qualifying. Katie Schnapper was excellent during the Copa Rushmori and has earned to get starts as well. Kerr is not just here as a formality, either. Expect her to get a game to two, as well.

Defenders:
#2- Michelle Graves (30) (Victoriaville City)- Starter WC 86-88, Sub WC 85 & CR 38, Starter CR 35 & 36, DBC 47 & Sub CR 34
#4- Katie Standish (32) (Concord Heights City)- Starter WC 85-88, Sub CR 38, Reserve DBC 44 & CR 34-36
#3- Summer Speers (29) (Felswyr, Chromatika)- Starter CR37 & 38, Reserve DBC 47, CR 35 & 36, WC 86 & 87, Sub WC 88
#6- Caitlyn Kaleta (25) (Brattleboro FC)- Starter WC 88, DBC 49 & CR 37-38
#24- Sarah Bayne (25) (Brattleboro Westside)- Starter DBC 49, CR 37-38; Reserve WC 88
#28- Sierra Swift (29) (Grande Mountain)- Starter CR 37, Sub WC 85-88, CR 35 & 36, Starter DBC 47
#32- Tara Keane (26) (Victoriaville City)- Sub DBC 49, Reserve CR 37-38
#21- Shannon McCausland (25) (Winchester City)- Reserve CR 38

As anticipated, Brooke Sutter retired from international play. Any doubt as to who the frontrunner was to replace her in the starting lineup was eliminated when Summer Speers was issued Sutter’s old #3 instead of her former #28. This is, overall, a dependable and reliable group with Caitlyn Kaleta providing the biggest physical presence. Not at the level that Lupe Enriquez was, but that’s become a good element of her game. Generally speaking, the back end has good continuity from the last World Cup and their veteran nature should be a strength of the team.

Midfielders:
#9- Morgan Rosenblatt (26) (AFC Treson, Nephara)- Starter WC 87 & 88. DBC 48 & 49, CR 36-38
#16- Meghan Wolcott (33) (Herzegovina City FC, Banija)- Starter WC 84-88, CR 34-38, DBC 44
#19- Preston Newfeld (33) (New Lakeland Soccer Club)- Sub WC 84-88, Starter CR 34, 36-38, DBC 44
#8- Courtney Graham (31) (Brattleboro FC)- Starter WC 86-88, Reserve WC 84 & 85, Starter CR 34, 36-38
#34- Danielle Porter (30) (Concord Heights City)- Sub WC 86-88, Reserve WC 84 & 85, Sub CR 34-38
#25- Allison Rice (25) (Victoriaville South End)- Sub WC 87, 88 & CR 37-38, Starter DBC 49
#37- Sarah Giles (29) (Brattleboro Westside)- Reserve WC 86-88; Starter DBC 47, Sub CR 36, Reserve CR 35 & 38
#36- Tara Kriedel (26) (Shearwater, Kelssek)- Reserve WC 88 & CR 38, Starter DBC 49

So, you want to be on the national team but aren’t one of the above people? Not going to happen, at least not right now. However, it is likely that this will be the last World Cup for Wolcott and Newfeld, so opportunity may present itself in the near future. For the present time, enjoy watching Wolcott and Rosenblatt lead this team in the middle of the field and be third and fourth in goal scoring if they stay healthy.

Forwards:
#71- Rachel Schanke (33)- (Granddaughter of Jessica, who #17 is retired for. Hence the #71)- Starter WC 84-87, & DBC 44, SWC 6, Sub DBC 43 & WC 82, 83, Reserve WC 81, CR 30, 34 (Captain of CR 34) *** TEAM CAPTAIN***
#12- Jenna Frontiera (25) (Brattleboro FC)- Starter WC 88, CR 38; Sub DBC 49, Reserve CR 37
#27- Madison McClain (31) (Jinja City, Banija)- Starter WC 86 & 87; CR 34, 35 & 37, Sub WC 84, 85 & 88; CR 38.
#29- Loreen Hazen (28) (Falourr, Eura)- Starter CR 38, Sub WC 86-88, CR 37, Reserve WC 85; Sub DBC 47, CR 35BC 49, Reserve CR 37
#39- Bayley Stanton (25) (Concord Heights City)- Reserve WC 88, CR 36 & 37, Starter DBC 47 & CR 38
#23- Taylor Russo (29) (Starksville United)- Reserve WC 84, 86, & 88, CR 38; Sub WC 87, CR 34, 35 & 37

After World Cup 88, it was expected that #89 would be the last World Cup for Rachel Schanke, but that came into question over the last year as she has slowed down with her international commitments, leading some to wonder if she would be on this team. Certainly, the spot was hers if she desired it, and she committed late to rejoining the roster. Next Cup, it is going to be very interesting to see what happens here. Who starts, Frontiera and who? It's a great chance for others not named Schanke and Frontiera to make a lasting impression.

Team Info:
Style Mod: +2.7
Formation: 4-4-2
People from Cassadaigua are referred to as Cassadagans.
Team nickname: Fillies. Also, we are commonly referred to as the Dagans

Home Stadium & City information:
Dagan Airways Stadium (Capacity: 83,000), Concord Heights

RP Permissions:
My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Preferred Goalscorers: 1) Schanke 2) Frontiera 3) Wolcott 4) Rosenblatt 5) Newfeld; but more variety is welcomed too. If we're scoring on a corner, that's good Newfeld or Courtney Graham territory. (Please do not have a single player get more than two)
Godmod scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: Yes (only say they are hurt, please)
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes (No more than one more than you give yourself)
Godmod other events: No


Kits: (Pink= home, White= away, Black= keeper or third. Thanks Donnacona!)

If there is a conflict with the white kit, the team will wear pink.

Retired Kit Numbers:
#1 is retired in honor of Allison Salamida
#5 is retired in honor of Michelle Fuller
#7 is retired in honor of Shannon Myers
#10 is retired in honor of Brittany Lawton
#11 is retired in honor of Courtney Ferguson
#13 is retired in honor of Meaghan Bateman
#14 is retired in honor of Stacie Kerrigan-Fraser
#15 is retired in honor of Erica Lambert
#17 is retired in honor of Jessica Schanke
#18 is retired in honor of Taylor Connolly
#22 is retired in honor of Lupe Enriquez
#33 is retired in honor of Hannah Ranucci

[Mytanija]

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE: MYTANAR NATIONAL POOL FOR WORLD CUP 89 QUALIFYING

##  Pos.    Name                  Age  Caps/Goals  Club                         
01  GK      Pedja Kasun           31   88/0        Ararat Severyan
02  DL      Damir Milcic          25   18/0        Anomalies [CMT]
03  DC      Grigorij Savicevic    25   44/4        AC Izotz Zubia [AUD]
04  DC      Mojmir Anac           31   99/4        Olympic Thessia
05  DC      Dino Racic            25   20/1        Libertas Bergheim [SVJ]
06  DR/L    Patrik Odonelec       24   38/1        CA Paulinthal [PAS]
07  MC      Alen Hrdaljko         27   65/7        CA Paulinthal [PAS]
08  MC      Tahir Fejzuli         32   99/11       Mâ Âlâmëómë [FFD]
09  ST      Jezdimir Ocokoljic    28   103/57      Energija Chernovets [STL]
10  AMC/MC  Jasno Odonelec        29   97/37       Atletik Thessia
11  ST      Damien Gannot         23   10/5        Sabrefell Athletic [NPH]
12  GK      Semir Besak           21   8/0         Mipojoseon [QUE]
13  DL      Srdan Vukovic         31   88/4        1896 Ebor
14  DC      Bigger Mbala-Ekakia   20   0/0         Atletik Thessia
15  DC      Kamil Jernejec        29   43/0        Chromatik [CMT]
16  DC      Josko Omerovic        26   8/0         Olympic Thessia
17  DR      Slobodan Vujovic      20   2/1         Royal Rumiatzi [ASG]
18  MC      Vilim Kupresak        29   49/5        Olympic Thessia
19  MC      Mersudin Smajic       24   11/1        Liria Prizren
20  AMC/R   Maks Shishkin         23   23/4        Maethoru SC [KOR]
21  ST      Dejan Zgela           26   20/6        Damogran FC [SRS]
22  ST/AMR  Kemal Gajic           24   35/11       FK Arsika
23  DMC     Zijad Kurtcehajic     23   6/0         Atletik Thessia
24  GK      Lazar Obradovic       28   8/0         Liria Prizren
25  DL      Ermin Urankar         24   0/0         Ararat Severyan
26  DC      Andrija Ugljanin      24   4/0         Atletik Thessia
27  DC      Usten Odonelec        25   5/0         FK Arsika
28  DR      Antun Spiridonovic    23   0/0         Litala ’93
29  DMC     Predrag Vukomanovic   29   23/0        Energija-Nuklearna
30  MC      Sefir Ajanovic        25   22/4        FK Arsika
31  MC      Dusko Ocokoljic       24   0/0         St. Thomas [TLI]
32  AML/R   Brajko Gavrilovic     29   57/11       1896 Ebor
33  AMR/L   Itzhar Yvjoev         25   12/0        Olympic Thessia
34  ST      Mijat Simic           24   0/0         Liria Prizren
35  GK      Zafer Muminovic       28   7/0         Tekstil Ibon
36  MC      Vlado Arzhentinski    24   0/0         FK Arsika
37  MC      Gavril Atsev          20   0/0         Atletik Thessia
38  AMC     Omer Kuhar-Arh        21   0/0         Ararat Severyan
39  ST      Zlatan Andrijasevic   27   33/15       Atletik Thessia
40  ST      Strahinja Nanusevski  25   5/1         Liria Prizren

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PLAYER INFORMATION

GK: Pedja Kasun, 31, Ararat Severyan [MYT]
88 caps, 0 goals
A much improved domestic season for the 195cm shot-stopper, Kasun has been Mytanija's starting goalkeeper for a very long time and is seen as a very safe pair of hands by Lev Repin. Kasun came tied for second place in the Mytanar Top League Golden Glove award with 10 clean sheets over the course of the 29/30 season. It may be of minor concern that his form wasn't quite as good towards the tail-end of the season, although some of that can perhaps be put down to some lapses in concentration from his defenders. Kasun is a good communicator and has decent distribution, which is important in Repin's team.

GK: Semir Besak, 21, Mipojoseon [QUE]
8 caps, 0 goals
Back-to-back domestic Golden Glove awards are only a small part of Besak's impressive honours list at the age of 21. He was the starting goalkeeper in the Olympic Thessia team which won the club its first ever league title as a 16 year old and he has finished second in the running for the Under-23 Player of the Season award on two occasions as well. Besak can do a bit of everything, he's a brave shot-stopper and uses his height to good effect when coming out to claim high balls and crosses with confidence. The part of his game he may need to work on is his distribution, but that should come with time, he has a very bright future ahead of him. His potential has caught the eyes of overseas clubs and this has led to an NSD 4.5 million move to Quebecois side Mipojoseon.

GK: Lazar Obradovic, 28, Liria Prizren [MYT]
8 caps, 0 goals
Obradovic had dropped down the pecking order with the national team but a solid domestic season - he was the man who shared second place with Pedja Kasun in the Golden Glove stakes - has meant Repin has turned to him to fulfil the role of the third choice goalkeeper. Obradovic has the best distribution of any of the Mytanar goalkeepers, but he is slightly less reliable when shot-stopping and can be prone to the odd eccentric moment.

GK: Zafer Muminovic, 28, Tekstil Ibon [MYT]
7 caps, 0 goals
Back down as fourth choice now after a less impressive domestic season, Muminovic is extremely pleased to just be a part of the national team and hasn't ever let anybody down with his performances at international level. Throughout his career he has shown quality in a team which has never really had the most talented defence, although some critics do argue that Emir Saric's hard-working defensive philosophy has shielded him from some pressure.

DL: Damir Milcic, 25, Anomalies [CMT]
18 caps, 0 goals
Damir Milcic has demonstrated vast improvements to his game in the last season. He's always been fundamentally sound defensively - something which can be taken as a given with any player produced by Tekstil's reputable academy and coached by Emir Saric - but he's shown a new side to his game going forwards to and this has meant that he has usurped Srdan Vukovic for the starting left-back/left wing-back role. Lev Repin is known for preferring tactically astute footballers and Milcic is definitely one of those. His good form domestically has led to Tekstil Ibon cashing in on him in the transfer window with a move to Chromatik side Anomalies.

DC: Grigorij Savicevic, 25, AC Izotz Zubia [AUD]
44 caps, 4 goals
Savicevic is a real thoroughbred of a footballer and has impressed wherever he has played in his career. He came through the Crvena Zvezda youth system before being bought by Atletik Thessia and helping them to the Top League title whilst being named Under-23 Player of the Season. That award brought him to the attention of foreign scouts and he soon completed a big money move to Audioslavian giants Izotz Zubia. Savicevic is a rangy ball-playing central defender, as comfortable in using his pace and strength to shrug opponents off the ball as he is in playing line-breaking passes. An excellent attitude completes the picture for one of Mytanija's better players.

DC: Mojmir Anac, 31, Olympic Thessia [MYT]
99 caps, 4 goals
The first signs of ageing have begun to show in Anac's playing abilities, he was never the quickest but increasingly he can be found to struggle up against quick forwards. Still a decent centre-half who will play in the middle of the back three Repin is using during this tournament. Anac is most comfortable when competing aerially and this makes him a factor in both boxes when he plays. He was Olympic's inspirational captain during their first ever title-winning season, with his Player of the Season award meaning he was named in the Galacticos long list at the time. You do feel that his best days may now be behind him, but the protection of having Savicevic and Racic alongside him could allow him to thrive during the Copa Rushmori.

DC: Dino Racic, 25, Libertas Bergheim [SVJ]
20 caps, 1 goal
Racic could follow a similar trajectory to Grigorij Savicevic after a strong season with 1923 Esca in the Top League meant he finished second in the Under-23 Player of the Season award last season. His leadership of a young back-line was key in allowing the capital club to have the fourth best defensive record in the league and earned him a move across Rushmore to Savojarna with Libertas Bergheim during the transfer window. Racic is not quite as tall as his two starting colleagues in Mytanija's central defensive trio, but he is quite quick and this should mean the back three have complementary skills which help each other's weaknesses. Racic is confident in playing out from the back and has very good anticipation which allows him to position himself well.

DR/L: Patrik Odonelec, 24, CA Paulinthal [PAS]
38 caps, 1 goal
Patrik Odonelec is a member of the famous Odonelec footballing clan, the cousin of brothers Jasno and Usten and he played alongside Jasno with his former club side Atletik Thessia (Patrik was born in Thessia, unlike his cousins who were born in Prahecq). He is ambidextrous which allows him to play on either side of the defence, an added versatility which Lev Repin adores. Patrik is physically strong with decent pace, but it is his positioning and tactical intelligence which really shine. He has improved his contributions going forwards and this will mean he will play the right-sided wing-back role with the national team. Recently signed with Pasargan giants CA Paulinthal for NSD 6 million.

DL: Srdan Vukovic, 31, 1896 Ebor [MYT]
88 caps, 4 goals
Vukovic might well still be the most comprehensively skilled full-back in the squad, he was a left-sided midfielder early on in his career and that means he's equally adept when marauding forward as he is when fulfilling his defensive responsibilities. Repin's change in formation, as well as Damir Milcic's form, does mean that Vukovic will be starting as the second-choice left-back/left wing-back for the Copa Rushmori though. He was crucial in Repin's hybrid 4-3-3/3-1-3-3 formation when acting as a normal full-back out of possession and a roaming playmaker when Mytanija had the ball. His crossing ability and link-up play could mean he's dangerous as a wing-back during this tournament, but Milcic is preferred as a starter given the improvements he's made to his game.

DC: Bigger Mbala-Ekakia, 20, Atletik Thessia [MYT]
Uncapped
Bigger Mbala-Ekakia had an outstanding season domestically as he calmly took over one of the starting central defensive spots in Atletik Thessia's double-winning squad. He could be a real all-around centre-half in the mould of Grigorij Savicevic, boasting fine passing range alongside his excellent physical traits and anticipation. Mbala-Ekakia came through the ranks as a defensive midfielder before being moved to centre-back and that's perhaps why he is so comfortable with the ball at his feet. He is another player who is the son of an immigrant family, but this time it is a family which arrived in Mytanija from Ketiou and has called Thessia home ever since. Bigger grew up an Atletik supporter and he now starts for the club and he could go on to become the first ever black player to play for the Mytanar national team. Has strong leadership skills for such a young player.

DC: Kamil Jernejec, 29, Chromatik [CMT]
43 caps, 0 goals
Jernejec had a decent season with Chromatik, probably being the highlight of a sometimes sub-par defensive unit. He's not the quickest but he's good in the air and boasts solid mental attributes as well as decent distribution. It is believed that a back three could help to get the best from him, with the likes of Savicevic and Racic perhaps covering for his lack of pace. Jernejec's passing is also useful against lesser opponents, able to play passes through the opposition press or drop a ball over the top if necessary.

DC: Josko Omerovic, 26, Olympic Thessia [MYT]
8 caps, 0 goals
A defender whose play is very easy on the eye, Omerovic has always been praised for his passing ability and eagerness to dribble out from the back to provide an extra man in possession. The back three system Lev Repin has switched to in recent times could suit him for this reason. He's also very strong and reasonably quick, although he can be prone to the odd lapse in concentration. Emil Jefak has worked on that particular trait with him with his club side to some degree of improvement, but at the age of 26 it might be difficult to ever fully train it out of his game.

DR: Slobodan Vujovic, 20, Royal Rumiatzi [ASG]
2 caps, 1 goal
Vujovic was a surprise inclusion in Mytanija's Copa Rushmori squad, picked after 11 appearances in a title-winning Royal Rumiatzi side and he did no harm for his stock with a goal on debut with the national team. His ability to get forward and join attacks has not gone unnoticed on this side of the Modraine Sea and his all-action style from right-back/right wing-back makes him a very exciting addition to any team. An excellent disruptor when exploiting space out-wide or making incisive runs into central areas to overload the opposition defence, Vujovic's own defensive work could do with a little attention however.

DL: Ermin Urankar, 24, Ararat Severyan [MYT]
Uncapped
A left-back who grew up as a left-sided midfielder in Misel Ravnjak's highly defensive system at Ararat Severyan. This should make him pretty well-suited to playing the role of left wing-back in Lev Repin's 3-4-1-2 formation with the national team and it's something Urankar will relish, allowing him to pair his good passing and dribbling abilities with his fantastic positional awareness. He's also a very hard-working player and that's always a quality which can make a player a fan favourite.

DC: Andrija Ugljanin, 24, Atletik Thessia [MYT]
4 caps, 0 goals
Ugljanin was brought to Atletik from Energija-Nuklearna as the long-term replacement for the outgoing Grigorij Savicevic this summer. Ugljanin suits Atletik's tactics perfectly, they're a club who have plenty of the ball domestically and that necessitates central defenders who are comfortable on the ball and Ugljanin can certainly do that. One criticism of him has been that he dwells on the ball too long, perhaps a little overconfident in his ability, but last season he seemed to mostly eradicate that from his game. Defensively he has improved greatly, no longer guilty of unnecessarily diving into tackles and learning to steer attackers into less dangerous positions wherever possible.

DC: Usten Odonelec, 25, FK Arsika [MYT]
5 caps, 0 goals
Usten is the brother of Jasno and the cousin of Patrik and unlike those two he is an absolute giant, standing at 196 cm and built like a brick wall. He's physically imposing and this offers a real challenge for opposing forwards who wish to enter into that side of the game with a young centre-back. He's the son of Mytanar immigrants, from the growing diaspora located in Prahecq and born in the rough banlieue of Clichy-sous-Bois where he competed for his neighbourhood club in Le Championnat. He has since moved to Mytanija with nouveau riche FK Arsika thanks to his performances in Prahecq and generally been solid in their back-line. Given their experiences in Prahecq there was never really a debate over which national side the Odonelec brothers would represent given their dual citizenship between Mytanija and Prahecq. Similarly to both his brother and his cousin Usten supports Atletik Thessia - the Odonelec family originally hailing from the city of course - and nobody would be surprised to see him join the other two at the club at some point.

DR: Antun Spiridonovic, 23, Litala ’93
Uncapped
Considered by many to be the long-term successor to Petr Isaev, Spiridonovic is actually more of an all-around modern full-back than the iconic right-back he is so often compared to. He has been tremendous for Litala ’93 in getting them promoted back to the top-flight and in his performances in the Top League since. It is rather unusual for a country to have lots of solid options in one position, but Mytanija having Patrik Odonelec, Slobodan Vujovic and Antun Spiridonovic all emerging at the same time looks like it could be both a blessing and a curse. It will be a real debate over who should start out of the trio, although Patrik Odonelec's experience currently places him ahead of the other two. Spiridonovic has excellent leadership skills, already captain of Litala at the tender age of 23, an intangible which could put him ahead of the other two at some point in the future.

MC: Alen Hrdaljko, 27, CA Paulinthal [PAS]
65 caps, 7 goals
A central midfielder who has grown in stature over the past few years - we should note figuratively rather than literally, he's still only a dimunitive 170cm - he's toned down his outspoken side whilst retaining the tough-tackling, all-action side to his game. He was talked up as the future of the national team's midfield and now he is very much the present, there's a reason why he captained his boyhood club, the national under-21 squad and the senior national side by the age of 22. A terrier of a player on the pitch he is crucial in the team winning the ball back from the opponent quickly and has mastered the art of tactical fouls if it isn't possible to do so fairly. Also an excellent passer of the ball, off both his left and right foot and a confident penalty taker. A fine season with CDSA domestically was rewarded with second place in the Player of the Season award and an NSD 10 million move across Rushmore to CA Paulinthal where he will play alongside his national team colleague Patrik Odonelec.

MC: Tahir Fejzuli, 32, Mâ Âlâmëómë [FFD]
99 caps, 11 goals
The itinerant playmaker is still the best creative midfielder Mytanija has, now playing in Farfadillis for the diacritic-soup giants Mâ Âlâmëómë. He is excellent in possession, both when passing and dribbling. He can beat a defender with a fine piece of footwork and then play a killer pass to split a defence straight after. He's also a great threat from set pieces, both when shooting and crossing. His top-class vision makes him really difficult to defend against as he may not even be looking where he is going to put the ball and he often seems a step ahead of everyone else on the pitch. He's not the most hard-working player when out of possession and intelligent opponents may target him as a weak link defensively. Has previously scored the winning goal in a UICA Champions' Cup final for Nepharan side Sabrefell Moths.

AMC/MC: Jasno Odonelec, 29, Atletik Thessia [MYT]
97 caps, 35 goals
The national team captain and designated penalty taker, Jasno Odonelec is a leader on the pitch and a really decisive performer. Odonelec is a player who had played in three different countries by the age of 25 and is a revered competitor in all three, having turned out for his local team in Clichy-sous-Bois, Prahecq (he was born there to Mytanar immigrants); before moving to 1912 Stelburg in Siovanija and Teusland; then finally moving to boyhood club Atletik Thessia following a one-year move back to Prahecq. Odonelec has been a crucial cog in Atletik's back-to-back title-winning seasons, winning the Player of the Season award last year as a result. Odonelec boasts a fierce shot, quick feet, solid aerial ability and he also isn't afraid of a physical confrontation. He earned the nickname «le fantôme» in Prahecq for his ability to find space and not be noticed by opposition defenders. He's an icon in the multicultural banlieue Clichy-sous-Bois after growing up there and playing for the club, taking them to UICA competitions and Coupe Prahecqoise glory in his time there. His captaincy was called into question at times during World Cup qualifying, but the manager and team rallied behind him in a huge display of faith and he retained his status for the Cup of Harmony and led the team to third place.

MC: Vilim Kupresak, 29, Olympic Thessia [MYT]
49 caps, 5 goals
A slightly more hard-working, less technically gifted version of Tahir Fejzuli. Kupresak will be used if the team need a little bit more energy in central midfield alongside Hrdaljko and off the pitch he will be a great motivator, he is one of the key leaders of his club side. Had a bit of a falling out with national team manager Lev Repin during World Cup 88 qualifying following Mytanija's disappointing draw with Deniria on the opening day as Kupresak's comments to the media stung the manager. Since then the two have repaired their relationship and some good form towards the end of qualification helped to (re-)cement his place as a regular option for Repin.

MC: Mersudin Smajic, 24, Liria Prizren [MYT]
11 caps, 1 goal
Smajic has long impressed with his maturity and determination on the field, he's a born competitor and he's always shown real desire to win football matches. Good performances with Tekstil Ibon earned him a move south to Liria Prizren and he helped them to second place in his first season with the club. Smajic is tactically flexible, starting out as a box-to-box midfielder at club level but he's increasingly been tasked with operating as a midfield conductor at both club and international level. An excellent passer of the ball and a danger from set-pieces, both due to his delivery and his aerial ability.

AMC/R: Maks Shishkin, 23, Maethoru SC [KOR]
23 caps, 4 goals
A diminutive Mytanar number ten, Shishkin has bulked up a little physically in recent years but his 167cm frame sometimes leaves him at a disadvantage against larger opponents. Despite this he has an insatiable desire to get on the ball and is often unwilling to give it up, very happy to slalom through opposition defences if he feels it necessary. Has a good eye for a pass as backed-up by the fact he created the second highest number of chances in the Ko-orenite Top League for Maethoru SC. He was also named in the team of the season when playing off the right, something which may now be mimicked in the 3-4-3 formation Repin will employ at times during this tournament.

DMC: Zijad Kurtcehajic, 23, Atletik Thessia [MYT]
5 caps, 0 goals
A season on loan at Litala ’93 has served Kurtcehajic well and he has really benefited from the amount of playing time he had whilst at the Sokolovny club, featuring in every single game of the season for them. He's a veteran of two DBC squads, reaching the quarter finals and co-captaining the under-21s to a bronze medal at the second time of asking. A deep-lying playmaker who isn't afraid to get his hands dirty, Kurtcehajic has clearly mastered the dark art of breaking up the opposition's play with chippy fouls and somehow not getting booked for them. His colleague at club level Branko Brkljacic might have had a hand in that development. May have to curb his aggression at times at international level.

DMC: Predrag Vukomanovic, 29, Energija-Nuklearna [MYT]
23 caps, 0 goals
Vukomanovic will perhaps feel hard done by to not be a bit further up the depth chart by this point in his career, but he's not really ever kicked on to the next level since joining Energija-Nuklearna and he's had Branko Brkljacic (and now Zijad Kurtcehajic) ahead of him in the pecking order for a long time. Those two factors have limited his opportunities for further national team caps, but he may see the pitch a bit more this time around because his experience in playing as part of a double-pivot with his club side will provide Lev Repin with a much needed degree of tactical flexibility. Vukomanovic isn't the best on the ball but he's defensively clever and skilled in the dark arts of football, all too happy to give away tactical fouls and break-up the opposition's attacking flow.

MC: Sefir Ajanovic, 25, FK Arsika [MYT]
22 caps, 4 goals
Ajanovic has grown into a really tidy footballer. He's another member of the Mytanar diaspora in Prahecq and his performances with Stade Yvelines caught the eye of FK Arsika and they brought him to the Top League as a result. Those performances were usually as a creative midfielder, laying on chances for his team mates and not having much in the way of defensive responsibility. Since moving to Mytanija he has developed that side of his game and is happy to play his part in his team's pressing system and a fair bit more combative despite his slight build. New FK Arsika manager Dzvezdan Kitanchev is likely to only further that.

MC: Dusko Ocokoljic, 23, St. Thomas [TLI]
Uncapped
Being the younger brother of Jezdimir Ocokoljic isn't an easy task given everything that he has given Mytanar football over the years, but Dusko has ploughed his own furrow as an energetic box-to-box midfielder; a bit of a jack-of-all-trades and master-of-none. His efforts weren't enough to keep Crvena Zvezda up last season but his performances ensured he was a part of the fire-sale of players leaving the club as they looked to shore up their finances. That led to a move to the Licentian Isles with St. Thomas and the younger Ocokoljic will want to continue his own story as positively as possible there after a decent showing as one of the key players on Mytanija's Olympics team.

AML/R: Brajko Gavrilovic, 29, 1896 Ebor [MYT]
57 caps, 11 goals
A tall, pacy winger who opponents may struggle to deal with given his unusual combination of attributes. Gavrilovic is a good crosser of the ball and quick, whilst also being a threat aerially and the national side regularly utilise long diagonal balls up to him when he plays against smaller full-backs to play on this. Not always the most consistent finisher, it is a part of his game which has improved a little over the course of his career but he's never going to be the most clinical in front of goal. May operate as an inside forward during World Cup qualifying with the change of system as the Mytanar wing-backs will operate outside him in the 3-4-3 formation.

AMR/L: Itzhar Yvjoev, 25, Olympic Thessia [MYT]
12 caps, 0 goals
Another member of the Prahecq-born contingent in the national pool, Yvjoev came through the ranks at Champex du Lac and has impressed over the years with his dynamic performances off the flanks. He has tricky feet and relishes the challenge of beating an opponent with a piece of skill. Yvjoev has often been derided for his lack of physical strength and diminutive stature but he has often made up for this with a good sense of balance and dribbling ability. His finishing often leaves a lot to be desired.

MC: Vlado Arzhentinski, 24, FK Arsika [MYT]
Uncapped
It feels like Repin has moved to having as many technically proficient central midfielders in his squad as possible, Arzhentinski is yet another who likes to try and play the pass to break down the opposition's defence. Having plenty of players comfortable in doing this is important as Repin looks to set-up a succession plan for Tahir Fejzuli, who surely can't go on forever. Arzhentinski is similar to Fejzuli, although Kitanchev's tutelage at NK Dyka and now FK Arsika (following the pair moving to the club over the summer) should help him to become a little more involved out of possession than Fejzuli sometimes is.

MC: Gavril Atsev, 20, Atletik Thessia [MYT]
Uncapped
Atsev's talent persuaded Atletik to part with NSD 400,000 to bring him to Thessia from relegated Rudar Uchenik at the start of last season and he impressed with his performances from the bench during their league-and-cup double-winning campaign. He can do a bit of everything, but he is most at home when attempting to create opportunities using his laser-guided passing. He will constantly try and probe opposition defences and he's not afraid of a shot or two either, particularly from free-kicks. Understood to be working on his movement with the likes of Jasno Odonelec at Atletik and is going to be starting for them in the new season and he put in some solid performances in the recent Di Bradini Cup too.

AMC: Omer Kuhar-Arh, 21, Ararat Severyan [MYT]
Uncapped
Kuhar-Arh enjoyed an exceptional season domestically as he contributed 7 goals and 10 assists for Ararat Severyan. That has drawn admiring glances from Atletik Thessia who see the number ten as a potential successor to Jasno Odonelec, although nothing has quite materialised in terms of a transfer move just yet. Kuhar-Arh is a fine passer of the ball and his dribbling skills draw opponents towards him and allow his team mates more space. Has a knack of finding space in between the opposition's defence and midfield and exploiting this ruthlessly. A good player who could thrive in this 3-4-1-2 system.

ST: Jezdimir Ocokoljic, 28, Energija Chernovets [STL]
103 caps, 57 goals
Ocokoljic has had an amazing season with Energija Chernovets, scoring 30 goals to fire them to league and AOCL glory and it is just another chapter in an outstanding career for him. Everywhere he has gone he has succeeded. Two league and cup doubles at boyhood club Crvena Zvezda; becoming a cultural icon at Newrook City in Nephara; 25 goals in 29 games with Atletik Thessia to win them a league title whilst picking up the Golden Boot and Player of the Season awards for good measure. Now he's in Siovanija and Teusland and doing more of the same. An international trophy of some sort would top off an outstanding palmares, if he manages that before his career is up he could ascend into the conversation for best Mytanar footballer ever. A clinical goal scorer and technically gifted dribbler, Ocokoljic is happy to embarrass opponents who give him particularly rough treatment on the pitch with his quick feet and trickery. He's extremely adept at finding space and his off-the-ball movement makes him a nightmare to defend against. Regularly drops deep into midfield to get involved in the build-up play as a false nine.

ST: Damien Gannot, 23, Sabrefell Athletic [NPH]
10 caps, 5 goals
Damien Gannot is the son of Atletik (and Sicoutimont) legend Alex Gannot and it is to Mytanija's benefit that Damien has decided to represent them at international level because he appears to be an exceptional player. Gannot has a record of 18 goals in 12 games across two Di Bradini Cups (including 10 in 7 as he co-captained the team to a bronze medal last time out) and it would appear that he could be a long-term partner for Jezdimir Ocokoljic as the national team change to a two striker formation. Damien Gannot plays in a similar way to Ocokoljic, he's a striker who loves to drop deep into midfield and get involved in the build-up play, he's someone who has outstanding spatial awareness and his ability to create room for himself makes him a real danger to opposition defences. His scoring record for both the under-21 national team as well as Atletik (34 goals in 53 games in the Top League), demonstrate that he is a confident finisher and it is no surprise that Lev Repin has begun to involve him with the senior national side where he has started well with a 1 in 2 scoring record. An excellent season domestically has led to a move to Nepharan side Sabrefell Athletic.

ST: Dejan Zgela, 26, Damogran FC [SRS]
20 caps, 6 goals
Another false nine to round out Mytanija's first choice trio of strikers in this squad perhaps shows exactly how Lev Repin wants to play during World Cup qualifying. Zgela has had an excellent debut season with Damogran FC, finishing as a runner-up in both the Signing of the Season and Striker of the Season award categories. His goals and creative play were crucial in their qualification for the IFCF Challengers' Cup and rewarded him with a place in the Team of the Season. Fine link-up play should allow Zgela to be a great option for Repin to employ in the 3-4-1-2 formation which appears to be the preferred option for this tournament.

ST/AMR/L: Kemal Gajic, 24, FK Arsika [MYT]
35 caps, 11 goals
A real speedster, Gajic has had a career which has seen him ply his trade for three different clubs by the age of 22 which has led to him being seen as a bit of a problem by some in Mytanija. A big money move to nouveau riche FK Arsika has worked well for both him and the club though as he's added goals to his game and become a real all-around threat. Can play off the right or up front - which is increasingly where he is found - and his speed will make him a danger to opposition defences as he constantly looks to get in behind them. Will likely be the first choice option off the right flank too should Lev Repin decide to play with a system which uses wingers or inside forwards.

ST: Mijat Simic, 24, Liria Prizren [MYT]
Uncapped
A regular goal scorer at Top League level, Simic has moved up the division with his summer transfer from Energija-Nuklearna to Liria Prizren. For a long time he was considered a pure poacher in the mould of an Anton-Dusan Straka (the man he replaces at the Stadion Prizren), but last season - his big breakout year - revealed a more complete game. Simic can cause problems for defenders with his pace, both running in-behind and in hustling them when they take a second too long in possession. He's not the tallest, but he's extremely brave and can be found putting his head where many won't put their boots, stooping low to head-in half-chances. His 43 goals in 83 games at domestic level is solid at his age and Repin will now want to see if he can replicate that form against international standard defences.

ST: Zlatan Andrijasevic, 27, Atletik Thessia [MYT]
33 caps, 15 goals
A relatively impressive goalscoring record with the national team for Zlatan Andrijasevic, he may not get all that many chances to score but when he does he invariably puts the ball in the net. A valuable skill as a striker. Andrijasevic is a towering (196cm) centre forward who can more or less do everything, but who is best known for his hold-up play and ability to bring others into the game. He's good in the air, has excellent composure and finishing and his movement can make him a menace for defenders. He's not too shabby with the ball at his feet, with some centre-halves being surprised how quickly he can move the ball when dribbling. He's also not frightened of moments of ingenuity either, something which is invaluable in top-level football and he's scored several improvised and acrobatic goals for club and country.

ST: Strahinja Nanusevski, 25, Liria Prizren [MYT]
5 caps, 1 goal
A complete forward in the mould of a Laze v Tuhinju or Nebojsa Aleksic, Nanusevski is one who has never really shown what he does for his club side with the national team and although he is still included here it is unlikely that he will figure in all too many games. He can do a bit of everything but he has often found the step up to international level difficult. A 62 goals in 120 games record domestically shows that he knows where the net is, but he's yet to consistently show the ingenuity he displays there in the hooped shirt of Mytanija. A sustained run of games could help him to do that if he receives the nod from the manager at any point.

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Mytanija will be using the 3-4-1-2 formation to start the campaign. There is a lot of responsibility on the wing-backs in this system as they are required to join attacks and almost form a five-man attacking front with Ocokoljic, Gannot and Jasno Odonelec, along with their defensive responsibilities. Both Ocokoljic and Gannot will look drop deep into midfield areas to drag defenders out of position and Jasno Odonelec will run in behind from his number ten position. The 3-4-3 formation may also be used with Jasno Odonelec dropping into central midfield alongside Alen Hrdaljko. Gavrilovic and Gajic will operate as inside forwards with Ocokoljic once again playing as a false nine to move defenders around and create space for Gavrilovic and Gajic to run into. The team may also play a 4-3-3 with a back four occasionally, in which case Dino Racic would drop out and the midfield three would be Hrdaljko sitting with Jasno Odonelec and Tahir Fejzuli in front of him. The front three would be the same as in the 3-4-3 formation.

If you have any questions or queries regarding Mytanija's tactics or in-game substitutions because you want to include information about them in an RP, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will endeavour to respond to clear them up.

TEAM ROLES
Captaincy: Jasno Odonelec is the national team captain. The vice-captain is Mojmir Anac and in the absence of both Jasno Odonelec and Mojmir Anac the armband would be passed onto Pedja Kasun or Alen Hrdaljko. In the event that none of these players are on the pitch then the captaincy will fall to whoever has the most international appearances.
Penalties: Jasno Odonelec is the designated taker during games, if he's not on the pitch the duty will fall to Alen Hrdaljko or Jezdimir Ocokoljic. In the event of a penalty shoot-out those three will be first-choice takers, with the likes of Fejzuli, Gannot, Patrik Odonelec, Grigorij Savicevic being next in the pecking order. From the substitutes the most likely to be taking them are Mersudin Smajic, Vilim Kupresak, Maks Shishkin and Dejan Zgela.
Corners: It's mostly going to be Tahir Fejzuli taking these, although sometimes it might fall to Jasno Odonelec or Kemal Gajic. Some might go short too, but having such a tall team will usually mean that the ball will be crossed in.
Short free kicks: Ocokoljic or Fejzuli, basically. Ocokoljic is more likely to take them from the left as he's right-footed and Fejzuli more likely from the right as he's left-footed. Odonelec would be next up after those two. If none of them are on the pitch pick someone at random.
Long free kicks: Usually whoever's playing at left-back or right-back will take our long free kicks and try and punt it into the box and take advantage of having quite a tall team.

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NOTES:
• Lev Repin (aged 53), is the Mytanar national team manager and has been in the role for one World Cup cycle and a Copa Rushmori. Repin is a Mytanar footballing legend and played for the national side 177 times, scoring 14 goals from full back, winning Copa Rushmori XVII and Cup of Harmony 56 and 59 along the way. He managed the under-21 squad at the Di Bradini Cup and took them to a runners-up finish. Repin is known as a bit of a schemer tactically and this was evidenced during qualification for World Cup 82; he also led the team to a 3rd placed finish at the 32nd Copa Rushmori in Qusmo and a 4th placed finish at the 36th Copa Rushmori held in Græntfjall and Tikariot. In qualifying for World Cup 87 he led Mytanija to an unexpected 4th place, only narrowly missing out on qualification despite being unranked heading into the cycle. World Cup 88 qualifying was similar, with Mytanija finishing 4th once again, following that up with a 3rd place in Cup of Harmony 80.

• Mytanija has qualified to 11 World Cups, reaching the quarter finals in World Cup 68. Mytanija has won the Copa Rushmori once (XVII), to go with two victories in the Cup of Harmony (56 and 59); and a Di Bradini Cup win (DBC40). Some of these achievements were made under the names Mytannion/the Mytanar Region, Mytanija is ICly the exact same place.

• Mytanars are renowned for being passionate and therefore will not be afraid of confrontation if they feel they're on the end of a particularly rough tackle. At the same time Mytanars are not afraid of gamesmanship and may perform some questionable tackles of their own, along with tactical fouls to prevent the opponent from gaining momentum. Furthermore, diving, crowding referees and even intentional handballs (OOC: so Maradona's Hand of God and Suarez for Uruguay versus Ghana, that sort of stuff), to influence the game are not beyond Mytanar players. They will argue that winning is the most important thing and will do anything they can to achieve victory. Some might call it dirty, Mytanars don't, that won't stop them complaining when things go against them naturally.

• Mytanar fans are well-known for being hooligans, causing problems wherever they go and being prone to violence. They also make outstanding choreographies for their domestic sides and occasionally the national team (if they aren't fighting each other), so pyrotechnics, flags and lots of noise and alcohol are common place. Corteos (organised marches from a specific place to the stadium), are also common, these can lead to areas being shutdown as the sheer numbers of fans walking along roads block traffic and can lead to issues as police attempt to marshal supporters too. Given the ongoing political situation in Mytanija, whether ultra groups are able to put aside differences regarding politics, ethnicity etc for the national side is a pertinent question and the answer to it may change even from game to game.

HOME SCHEDULE
Here is a list of Mytanija's home games and information about where they will be played. A relatively comprehensive two-part travel guide compiled for the 38th Copa Rushmori which was hosted in Mytanija should provide you with plenty of information about the country (part one); and information about the stadiums where games will be played (part two). The FSM have a habit of trying to send big teams/rivals to more hostile or provincial locations within Mytanija in order to give them a taste of some of the most fierce atmospheres Mytanija has to offer (or alternatively to try and limit the embarrassment as much as possible with less people seeing thrashings unfold in the stadium), this should be clear in the scheduling:

MD1: vs Hebitaka (at Radnika, Esca; capacity: 60,000)
MD3: vs Democratic Kingdom of South India (at Westfalenstadion, Prizren; capacity: 84,000)
MD5: vs Poafmersia (at Stadion Cassia, Cassia; capacity: 22,000)
MD7: vs The Sarian (at Kotrba, Esca; capacity: 55,000)
MD9: vs Hapilopper (at Novi Atletskistadion, Thessia; capacity: 67,000)
MD11: vs The Kytler Peninsulae (at Olujastadion, Ebor; capacity: 42,500)
MD13: vs Rangers FC (at Novi Kaunostadion, Thessia; capacity: 54,000)
MD15: vs Siovanija and Teusland (at Utcastadion, Stratenberg; capacity: 26,000)
MD17: vs Yasquia (at Radnika, Esca; capacity: 60,000)

ICly the qualifying cycle takes place over the course of two years in Mytanija, with the first half of qualifying occurring in the first year and the second half in the second year. The World Cup proper then happens at the end of that second year (usually in the middle of Mytanar summer). For this reason, the ages displayed in the player information are correct for the start of qualifying, but players will be two years older by the end of a qualification cycle.

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[Sargossa]

World Cup 89


Sargossa - 'The Corsairs'


Head Coach

Brian McAllister (Tikariot)
It’s a little while now since Brian McAllister swapped the relative comfort of being a number two for the crucible of international head coachery. A key part of the backroom team that masterminded Tikariot’s highly impressive arrival onto the world stage, McAllister led Sargossa to the Copa Rushmori title and a fourth place finish at the Cup of Harmony. But World Cup performances have been a little underwhelming.

Backroom Staff

Assistant Head Coach: Gregory Wallen (Tikariot)
Assistant Head Coach: Miguel Marí
Defensive Coach: Iker Conde
Attacking Coach: Jordi Suárez
Goalkeeping Coach: Dario Almirón
Fitness Coach: Luis Miguel Sacristán
Team Doctor: Dr Carla Segura

Talent

GK: 1. Alejandro Martínez (29) – Sportivo Soluca
GK: 13. Sergio Arrabal (29) – Alianza Jucaro
GK: 25. Zacarías Cotilla (20) – Rubio Bayamo

As a teenager Martínez was touted as a future star by no less a luminary as former Corsairs’ keeper and coach Martín Tejera. He’s know showing exactly why he earned that praise. Sergio Arrabal spent his formative years as a hugely talented understudy at Ciudad Soluca. He had to move to Alianza to finally prove he had what it takes to be a number one. Cotilla provides a very highly regarded back-up option.

DR: 2. Tobías Figueroa (24) – El Nacional
DC: 5. Juan Esnáider (34) – Oriannor Mountaineers (Tikariot)
DC: 6. Sebastián Cáceres (20) – Sporting San Marquez
DL: 3. Alfonso Barrueco (25) – Ciudad Soluca
DLC: 12. Víctor Miralles (31) – El Nacional
DRC: 14. Máximo Moya (27) – Sporting San Marquez
DL: 19. Juan Manuel Martí (30) – Sportivo Soluca
DC: 21: Joaquín Sanz (20) – El Nacional

A reversion to a back three seems to have solved some noticeable defensive issues suffered by the side in previous campaigns. The side has looked much harder to break down, as shown at the Copa Rushmori in Mytanija. The experienced Juan Esnáider remains the leader at the back but the coaching staff have been searching around for real quality at centreback. Sebastián Cáceres could be the answer. The barrios of San Marquez look to have produced another gem. Miralles and Moya look likely to battle it out for the third spot. Figueroa and Barrueco are both comfortable ranging forward, and represent potent weapons in attack. Often at the expensive of their defensive work.

DMC: 4. Esteban Pomar (32) – El Nacional
AMR: 7. Édgar Elvira (27) – Dínamo Maturín
MC: 8. Enrique González (27) – Ciudad Soluca
AML: 11. Esteban Leguizamo (32) – Blacklake Blues (Taeshan)
AMRC: 15. Agustín Soria (25) – Sportivo Soluca
MC: 16. Facundo Franco (19) – Estrella Torreón
DMC: 18. Marcos Águila (26) – El Nacional
MC: 22. Juan Sebastián Varela (27) – Alianza Jucaro
AMLC: 24. Martín de la Cavallería (20) – Dínamo Maturín

If the wingbacks don’t push forward in support, there’s a danger in the midfield duo becoming overwhelmed. So a pairing with plenty of lung capacity is a must. Enrique González has become one of the first names on the teamsheet and is likely to continue partnering Juan Sebastián Varela, with Marcos Águila pushing both hard for a starting berth. Midfield destroyer Esteban Pomar and some exciting prospects will likely see plenty of action from the bench. The initial delight shown by the wingers at the appointment of a coach who might actually use them in the preferred roles has worn off since the recent tactical tweak, having found themselves as plan Bs once again.

FLC: 9. Mauricio Sainz (30) – Ciudad Soluca
FRLC: 10. Diego Alejandro Costa (32) – Ciudad Soluca
FC: 17. Mateo Manzanares (24) – Dínamo Maturín
FRC: 20. Juan Pablo Montenegro (20) – Alianza Jucaro
FL: 23. Alonzo Bienvenida (32) – Sportivo Cordova

Scoring goals has never been too much of a problem for Sargossa so personnel in the offensive third are likely to remain largely unchanged. Mateo Manzanares has made the central striking role his own but Diego Alejandro Costa’s dip in form in the second half of qualifiers is unlikely to count against him. Alonzo Bienvenida proved a revelation at the Copa, cutting in from the right onto his favoured left foot and will likely keep his place. Juan Pablo Montenegro led the line at the Olympics and is an interesting prospect.


Style

Brian McAllister, alongside Stuart Ekstrom, implemented an attractive, fluid, attacking style on their Tikariot side. With a formation that was 4-3-3 in possession, 4-5-1 without it and plenty of movement, both on and off the ball. Swift, short passing and forwards switching positions to confuddle the opposition were also hallmarks of that Tikariot approach. The coach hasn’t quite been able to bring that tactical blueprint to bear in Sargossa. Unfortunately, while effective going forward, the Corsairs have been slightly woeful at the back. Which has led to something of a tactical rethink. In response McAllister has moved to meld a defensive form his charges are comfortable with, namely a back three, but still keeping the attacking flourish his own favoured system has displayed. Creating something akin to a hybrid 5-2-3.

The SuperLiga is quite a physical league so challenges can often be described as 'uncompromising' and cards are pretty common. Gamesmanship, while never encouraged, is also not entirely uncommon. But diving is considered particularly stigmatic so Sargossan players are unlikely to be found doing it.

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Venues

Estadio Generalissimo Joaquín Delgado
City: Soluca
Capacity: 108,879
Tenants: Ciudad Soluca, Sportivo Soluca
Opponent(s): Turori, Hispinas

The centrepiece of a major beautification development in the capital, the stadium sits within the Parque De Los Vencedores and alongside the Corazal River. Designed by Nethertopian architect Gert Naamloos and part financed by two SuperLiga clubs, the Sargossan government and Starblaydi sportswear giants ediraf it is a truly magnificent sporting arena. The Estadio Generalissimo Joaquín Delgado, as the ediraf Arena was rechristened when the naming rights deal expired, is the epitome of a modern football stadium. Consequently, it is the national side’s most commonly used venue. Unfortunately, the glamourous surroundings are marred somewhat by the Soluca crowds’ reputation for being both fickle and moody.

Independienté
City: Goza
Capacity: 119,354
Tenants: El Nacional
Opponent(s): TJUN-ia

The very antithesis to the modern Estadio Generalissimo Joaquín Delgado, and revelling in that fact. The internal facilities may have been kept relatively up to date at the Independienté but little has changed at the vast open bowl since its construction. The nation’s largest sporting venue and one that prides itself on the genuine carnival atmosphere produced on matchdays.

Ciudad Deportiva
City: Maturín
Capacity: 52,000
Tenants: Dínamo Maturín
Opponent(s): St Trinians

Although the name has come to refer to the stadium alone the Ciudad Deportiva is actually a whole site devoted to sporting excellence. Constructed as part of a government drive to boast sport, the site is also home to the national Track and Field Centre of Excellence, an aquatic centre, basketball and volleyball facilities and a state-of-the-art sport science clinic. The stadium itself is an impressive venue that is regularly voted as the top matchday experience by fans in the SuperLiga. The Sargossan record there too is very strong, having dropped points only three times in matches played in Maturín over the years.

Estadio Silva
City: San Marquez
Capacity: 62,543
Tenants: Sporting San Marquez
Opponent(s): Milchama

Like the Independienté the Estadio Silva is one of the older venues used by the national side. Set within one of the poorer districts of the eclectic southern city of San Marquez, in amongst the brightly coloured favelas and street vendors, a trip to the stadium is more a cultural experience than a sporting one for the foreign visitor. Some famous nations have taken to the Estadio Silva turf in the past, names such as Sorthern Northland, Candelaria And Marquez and Cassadaigua.

Bonilla Arena
City: Jucaro
Capacity: 74,475
Tenants: Alianza Jucaro
Opponent(s): Ranoria

The quintessential rich man’s play thing, Alianza Jucaro are the nearly men of Sargossan domestic football. Bankrolled by the mega-wealthy Bonilla family the club have won three national cup competitions in recent years but have never claimed the league title they so crave. While the Bonillas have thrown money at the playing staff they’ve also invested heavily in infrastructure, including the stadium that bears their name. Set in the South Quays district of the port city, right on the waters of the Bay of Carrasco, it’s an imposing venue for visiting sides.

Petro Dome
City: Mercada
Capacity: 42,511
Tenants: Petro Mercada
Opponent(s): Sevendia

In a city so synonymous with Petro National, the Sargossan national oil and gas company, it’s no surprise to find both the local football team and the stadium in which they play blazoned with the Petro name. Oil wealth has yet to equal success on the pitch for the Incan side but that wealth may have played some part in the city replacing island rivals Torreón in the regular World Cup rotation.

El Torrigal
City: Torreón
Capacity: 30,000
Tenants: Estrella Torreón
Opponent(s): Pyazhnaya

One of the nation's oldest and most picturesque venues returns this time around. Nestled in the mountain fastness of Torreón, high amongst the Chalaco Mountains, El Torrigal is the smallest of the venues but one in which Sargossa enjoys a formidable record, largely thanks to the altitude. Dropped from hosting duties to accommodate the Petro Dome in nearby Mercada, but reinstated following a vocal public outcry.

Estadio Bolero
City: Daroca
Capacity: 44,866
Tenants: Daroca Marinos
Opponent(s): Raspotochje

Having dropped out of the rotation for several World Cup cycles, the Bolero returns again and looks to becoming a regular fixture. Laying on the edge of the port city’s historic market district a matchday experience can get cultural if you’re not careful.


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[Geisenfried]

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Der Geisenfried Königlich Fußball-Verband Präsentieren:
(the Geisenfried Royal Football Association presents)

DIE OFFIZIELLE GEISENFRIED NATIONALMANNSCHAFT FÜR WELTMEISTERSCHAFT NEUNUNDACHTZIG
(the Official Roster of the Geisenfried National Team for World Cup 89)

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Team Nickname: Die Steinadler / The Golden Eagles
Style Modifier: -2
Base Formation: 4-5-1
Manager: Gerhard Brückner

Primary kit has a red and black checkered front, with black sleeves. Back is red with black numbering and lettering, and the shorts are also black. Socks are red with black tops.
Secondary kit has a white and red checkered front, with red sleeves. Back is white with red numbering and lettering, and the shorts are also red. Socks are white with red tops.
Goalies wear a gold jacket with long black sleeves and black numbering and lettering. Shorts are also black. Socks are black with gold tops.

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GOALKEEPERS:
GK 1 Loewen JUERGENSEN - Darnesmark FC (32)
GK 12 Niko SAUBER - VfS Königseifert (24)
GK 23 Adam WEXLER - Königs FC (21)

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DEFENDERS:
RWB 2 Dierk MESSER - 1. FSV Dözel (26)
LWB 3 Kaspar EBERHARDT - Königs FC (20)
RCB 4 Dominik SCHROEDER - Club Kalffe (25)
LCB 6 Bastian THÄLMANN - SV Silbern Sileväl (29)
LDF 13 Marco BOSCH - August Gründer (24)
CDF 14 Hannes HÜBER - 1. FSV Dözel (23)
RDF 22 Paul KEMPF - Heimüller SC (22)

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MIDFIELDERS:
DMF 5 Seth DRESCHNER - August Gründer (28)
RWM 7 Raffaele GRÜNEBERG - Kaiserstadt Altien (26)
RCM 8 Josef VOIGHT - Heimüller SC (23)
LCM 10 Ferdinand ROESSLER - VfS Königseifert (23)
LWM 11 Djibril KAYODE - Eintracht Rödis (22)
DMF 15 Lorenzo HIRSCH - FC Alster Alba (24)
LMF 16 Julien FALKENRATH - Gryphons FC (19)
RMF 18 Ekweume IHEJIRIKA - Lüthessien Sportlich (21)
AMF 20 Matthias AMSEL - Königs FC (18)

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STRIKERS:
CF 9 Mikkel CHRISTENSEN - Königs FC (26)
RS 17 Felix SCHNEIDER - VfS Königseifert (21)
CF 19 Clement HOLST - Gryphons FC (22)
LS 21 Olamilekan ADEBAYO - Kapetägien Verein (20)

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Stadium:	Königskronestadion	Arena CK	Greifshorst-Stadion
City:	Königseifert	Kalffe	Greifeläs
Home Team:	Königs FC	Club Kalffe	Gryphons FC
Capacity:	72,755	53,515	65,630
Matchday:	MD3: v Huelavia	MD5: v Britland	MD7: v Garifunya
Stadium:	Heimüller Küstenkolosseum	Alterschloßestadion	Augustus Arena
City:	Heimüller	Dözel	Gründer
Home Team:	Heimüller SC	1. FSV Dözel	August Gründer
Capacity:	70,210	56,875	63,720
Matchday:	MD9: v Squidroidia	MD10: v Kohnhead	MD11: v Moliza
Stadium:	Kömone-Insel-Kolosseum	Wilhelm-Rohm-Stadion	Stadionkapetägien
City:	Rödis	Darnesmark	Kapetägien
Home Team:	Eintracht Rödis	Darnesmark FC	Kapetägien Verein
Capacity:	60,230	64,860	55,950
Matchday:	MD13: v Txakhaxi	MD15: v Brenecia	MD17: v Le Choix

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Starting Lineup

Mostly, just be reasonable. Don't kill or maim anyone on or off the field, keep cards and injuries reasonable unless cleared with me first, and mostly just keep things within the realm of realism, and you should be good.

[Independent Athletes from Quebec]

The Grim Reapers Crest, designed by Kirola of Audioslavia. It is used internationally by all Quebecois national teams with the nickname Grim Reapers.

Independent Athletes from Quebec National Football Team - World Cup 89 Qualifiers

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Basic Facts

Nation Name: Quebec and Shingoryeo
Trigramme: QUE (Please don't use RKQ. Thank you)
Demonyms: Quebecois (I'll be fine with use of Quebecers, but please don't use Quebecians. Thank you)
Colours: Red, Black and Blue
National Anthem: 'Ode to Thee, My Quebec'
Royal Anthem: 'Hymn to the Shingoryeo'
Capital City: Quebec City
Other Major Cities: Montreal, Halifax, Kingston, Chicoutimi, Winnipeg, Val d'Or

FA: Royal Quebecois Football Association
Highest Domestic League: Q-League
Nickname: The Grim Reapers
Home Stadium: The Reneegrad, Quebec City, Capitale-Nationale[/b], is the usual home stadium with top preference. That said, however, the Grim Reapers does have a tradition of hosting World Cup qualifying matches in a set of rotations.
The Hell's Kitchen, Gotham, Terra Henrius (first half) - Marijuana Island Gaol, Marijuana Island, Nunavut (second half)
Ultras Group: The Bubonic Plague
Style Modifier: +5
Manager: George Wangolo, 51
Captain: Kate Huitema-Omeasoo, 22
Vice Captain: Sinead MacDougall, 29
Third Captain: Frank Lundrigan, 27

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Coaching Staff

Manager: George Wangolo, 53
Assistant Manager: Federico Rassmussen, 45
First Team Coach: Guillaume Shin, 41
First Team Coach: Robert McLelland, 51
First Team Coach: Hwang Dong-Wook, 56
Physiotherapist: Joh Seung-Nam, 29

Nobody denied how happy George Wangolo was when the 53-year old Banijan was offered the position four years ago after Sir. Lionel Mah, the greatest Quebecois manager in history, have announced his retirement after taking the Grim Reapers to the World Cup 86. The former Galactico long lister and former national team defender from Hangaza, who has won DBC 47 as manager and WC86 as associate manager with Banija, has certainly brought positivity and solid progression into the team that has only gotten better in four years since his arrival. Coming from a defensive background as the 'man who led Banija to their WCQ80 miracle', with extensive experience on youth, collegiate and women's football, Wangolo emphasises a hybrid version of the Quebecois Takil with strong focus on his players' meeting the mark on endurance, patience and extreme familiarity to data.

While it is Wangolo who handles the operations and technical directorship of the program, Federico Rasmussen is the brain of the program entering his fifth cycle as the assistant manager for the Grim Reapers. The Valladar, who originally accepted this position after lengthy period with Valencia FC of his native Valladares, is highly adept in keeping the flash and the fundamental of the Quebecois game. Guillaume Shin, Robert McLelland, and Hwang Dong-Wook are all relatively familiar faces, having returned for either their fourth (Shin and McLelland) or fifth straight cycle (Shin). Guillaume Shin was a former national team goalkeeper who has since plied his talent after early retirement, while McLelland and Hwang had unremarkable careers, but have climbed up the coaching ladders quickly. With Xannerian coach, Mark Halley, having departed for greener patches, three first-team coaches are expected to handle greater weight on their shoulders. Young, 27-year old physiotherapist Joh Seung-Nam is a first-timer who was hired on what was a highly-competitive hiring process, and is expected to stay competitive and competent in providing what's needed for the Grim Reapers.

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Jerseys


Home and Away Kits, brought to you by Uni-Q of Qusmo

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The Squad List

The Grim Reapers' usual formation is 4-2-1-3, which can turn into either a conventional 4-3-3 for normal circumstances, a 4-1-2-3 for defensive purposes, or a 4-2-4 (with the attacking midfielder going forward) when the offence is needed. The Grim Reapers are always looking to attack and maul their opponents, with continuous off-ball movements expected from them. Because of this, transition play becomes the team's strength and weakness at the same time. The streakiness of the squad's forms, even on minute-by-minute basis, is notorious, and that's a problem that needs to be solved in due time.

For the squad info right below, those marked in bold are the starters, while the key substitutes are marked underlined.

GOALKEEPERS - 4

##    POS   Player                   Age  TRI Club
01     GK   Jang Hyo-Sook             25  SRS Sporting Jaglan
29     GK   Henri Tangganga           23  KRY Ashton Town
30     GK   Soo-Jeong Kravitz-Hyeon   21  QUE Montreal Koreana
99     GK   Padraig McGibbon          22  STL 1912 Stelburg

After the previous cycle of competition on this spot, the starter situation looks a bit clearer now. Padraig McGibbon has taken stints at Port Sebastian and St. John's Arsenal, before really taking off, but the 1912 Stelburg goalkeeper succeeded where others failed during the second half of the qualifying round. While he is not a sweeper keeper the Grim Reapers would ideally have, his familiarity to high-save matches makes him the best in this position. Other three goalkeepers are solid, though under different situations of each their own- Kravitz-Hyeon the super sweeper keeper who should be getting some matches this cycle, Tangganga being the best goalkeeper in Krytenia right now, and Jang with most experience though not necessarily the results, as we've seen with her struggles last WCQ.

DEFENDERS - 13

##    POS   Player                   Age  TRI Club
02     LB   Bastian Borges Jr         28  VLD Slateport Bulls
69     LB   Hazel Hanson-Conavacio    25  QUE Haligonian
14     LB   Benoit-Richard Ukaleq     25  STL Olympia Borograd
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03     CB   An Seung-Mi               21  GRF Gunzlach
04     CB   Fabrice Manitopyes        27  VLD Fontvielle Impact
18     CB   Chewbacca                 22  BNJ Hoima Warriors
20     CB   Lucien Raeff              32  BRE Rozelle
25     CB   Hannah Kim                20  SRS Traal Athletics
42     CB   Luca Czernin              28  GRF Estdal
66     CB   Choe Gook-Yeong           25  QUE Sherbrooke Noksaekjeonsa
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06     RB   Donovan Kim-Lumaniyka     30  VLD Canalave Dragons
34     RB   Coriolan                  22  BNJ Busukuma AC
58     RB   Pierre-Karl Miller        20  QUE Olympique de Rimouski

For some, this is going to be their last. Others, their first. For Lucien Raeff and Donovan Kim-Lumanyika, the age thirty mark has been brutal, as all the mileage put on them during their first two cycles have started to catch up with them. With both players having been the key blocks for this national team, there emerges the crucial question? - who should we put in their place? Finding the eventual successors in line for them will be the question Wangolo and co. will have to find an answer by the end of this cycle.

One can argue that the leftback is where the Quebecois are at their strongest depth chart wise, and the Quebecois strength on it continues. Among the three, Bastian Borges Jr is the favourite option - the Slateport Bulls' lynchpin is conservative, highly reliable presence that provides the Grim Reapers what they lack on defence, and there is no chance he loses this spot this cycle either. We cannot ignore Benoit-Richard Ukaleq and Hazel Hanson-Conavacio though, for both are alluring options as left and right wingbacks - fast, elusive and explosive, who can be subbed into the role if extra bits of offence are needed. Hazel Hanson-Conavacio's crossing and passing abilities, to no one's surprise for those who have watched her performance as the Quebecois basketball legend at small forward, is also expected to be used as a major offensive option for the Grim Reapers.

Finding the right centreback combination continues to be the challenge as Raeff-Manitopyes pairing that has sustained for last two cycles is expected to be broken down. An Seung-Mi and Hannah Kim are two clear favourites to play more, as their continued success in Graintfjall and Squornshelous Remnant States put them on the clear favourites, but under what combination remains to be seen. Right behind them, in the meanwhile, are Chewbacca and Choe Gook-Yeong, who serve different roles. There is also Luka Czernin, whose aerial ability has helped out the national team at times, as a stopgap measure should a substitution be needed, and with Leah McKechnie retired from international play, his tenure with the Grim Reapers may have been extended by a cycle.

The rumour on the town is that Donovan Kim-Lumaniyka's status with the national team remains on the air after this cycle, especially as the rangy, powerful rightback hopes to focus more on his domestic career, but the position itself is not the one of concern, as the development curve of Coriolan and Pierre-Karl Miller, who both enter the second cycle of their tenure with the team, remains promising. But they are still some distance away from the calibre of the man who once starred for Raynor City United, so it is likely the RQFA asks the Canalave Dragons rightback to return for one more cycle, but under reduced minutes. Coriolan and Miller are both wingbacks with pace, touch and aerial ability, but do need to be more careful with their defensive positioning at times. But it's a thing that's fixable over time anyway.

MIDFIELDERS - 10

##    POS   Player                   Age  TRI Club
05     CM   Erin Kang                 29  FFD Rulandea Kosta
12     CM   Shim Dong-Woon            25  QUE Montreal Koreana
41     CM   Sinead MacDougall         31  CMT Myana
55     CM   Arsene-Michael Litt       24  STL FC Felsenkirchen 1878
71     CM   Leif Tannenbaum           22  TLI Gaelic Club
77     CM   Vegeta                    21  AUD Cazadores Cathair
40     CM   Rebecca-Anne Wawanolett   18  QUE Zenit Attawapiskat
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08     AM   Marco Hertel              27  VLD Fontvielle Impact
19     AM   Frank Lundrigan           27  STL TSV Marzig
23     AM   Jean-Christophe Babin     20  QUE Montreal Koreana

The midfield corps sees little changes, as most of those who have played some minutes stayed. It makes sense on nutshell, as the Grim Reapers see enough maturation of the depth players, to the point where they can start replace some of the key pieces they once held.
While the centre-midfielder pair of MacDougall and Kang, having been here since the Grim Reapers' return to the World Cup stage, still play well on the middle half of the field and remain key pieces, they will be given plenty of rest on rotation as the Grim Reapers test their depth. Two of the challengers, technically proficient Arsene-Michael Litt and Vegeta, an emerging talent with his own temper, have stepped up as key pieces to their respective teams and are expected to challenge the incumbent starters. Shim Dong-Woon and Leif Tannenbaum are youthful midfielders with the own antics of their own, but as energy guys they are excellent options. Completing the middle-seven is Rebecca-Anne Wawanolett, as the Zenit Attawapiskat sensation expects to see little time, but still enough to evaluate her potential on.

The biggest question this Team Quebec holds, of course, is on the attacking midfield. Nobody denies that this position is where the Quebecois, going back to the days of Frederic Beauchemin, always had reliable options, and with the historic shift of the national team from the 4-2-4 to a more conventional 4-2-3-1 system, the position's importance has grown further. Of course, this is where the Team Quebec has made the change, as Marco Hertel's replaced by Frank Lundrigan ahead of the qualification campaign.

The starter, Frank Lundrigan, is a more all-arounded attacking midfielder than his compatriot, and perhaps he may be the most underrated Quebecois midfielder even in this group filled with underrated players. After half-decade with Marzig, where he has seen all forms of ups and downs with the team, the midfielder has developed into a clinical midfielder with excellent crosses, solid energy and criminally-underrated defence, but with limited turf-vision. His turf vision issue, fortunately, is answered by the sheer talent the Grim Reapers have on winger positions, but nobody's going to deny that his ceiling is clearly limited. Unlike his brother, famous writer and public intellectual Asher Lundrigan, he is media-friendly but answers to them with predictable answers, and is rumoured to be a popular candidate for Team Quebec captaincy in future.

Right behind Lundrigan, then, is Marco Hertel. Nobody denies that Hertel, the eldest son of five between Grim Reapers' and CD FAS legend Xavier and Princess Anna of Jeruselem, is the most talented player on the first generation of Quebecois footballers since their return to the international stage. Now entering the fifth cycle of his career, the Fontvielle Impact speedster has stepped nicely in the shoes of his father, a proficient playmaker, and has the ability to generate big chances from anywhere, including his own half. Unfortunately, his exceptional court-vision was limited by off-field antics, including 1) abandoning 17 children of his with little alimonies paid, 2) his role as the owner of international magazine PlayToy and founding father of the Smurfists International, and 3) inviting half the national team to his hometown of Jeruselem after the securing auto-qualification spot last year. Given his talent, the RQFA has taken a bit more flexible approach with the media-friendly playmaker than Fillion or Ramos, both who remain banned from international competitions, but his time on the national team may be ticking with the development of Arsene-Michael Litt, whose positional switch to AM is considered (depending on how Felsenkirchen goes with it), and Jean-Christophe Babin, a teenager built in the stylistic mould of none other than Hertel himself.

FORWARDS - 10

##    POS   Player                   Age  TRI Club
09     LW   Pablo Mancosu             29  VLD Pradera FC
17     LW   Eloise Kweon              23  NPH Sabrefell Moths
38     LW   Hannah Gormley-McCowan    20  QUE Olympique de Rimouski
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07     ST   Kim Seung-Yoon            27  EFL RGS Athletic
10     ST   Enrico Hanson-Conavacio   26  CMT Myana
45     ST   Hong Yeong-Sahm           20  CMT Tihon
85     ST   Benoit Djaozandry         27  QUE Heart of Saguenay
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11     RW   Kate Huitema-Omeasoo      24  BNJ Istria City FC
27     RW   Zinaida Woodcarver        19  QUE Montreal Koreana
35     RW   Daniel Kasaboski-Wilcox   31  BNJ Herzegovina City Phoenix

Has there ever been a time when the Quebecois lacked depth on the forwards, especially the wingers? Never, and this team doesn't have that problem either. With the Quebecois' historic tendencies of playing wide and with flair on the front half of the field, it is essential to have the right and many combinations of wingers being able to run, dyke and cross, and perhaps score (if you are good enough). The last part, while not a must, is an expected part of this team, especially with how fluid the positions has gotten for the Quebecois forwards, especially as they have moved on from 4-2-4 to 4-2-3-1 (one less starting spot = lot more competition).

The most pronounced example here is Kate Huitema-Omeasoo, who normally plays striker with Istria City FC, but has played on right wing for her entire tenure with the national team. Almost seven years after her first selection into the national team, and just as much time in Banija, nobody could deny that the inside forward is one of the best in the Multiverse. She is extremely fast, finds any space she can exploit from right side of the flank, and has the right mentality and drive to succeed on international level too. Whether she can continue what her mentor, Hazel van Robben of FAS and 1830 fame, remains to be seen in the next decade, but right now it looks fairly likely. There is a bit of gap between her and Zinaida Woodcarver anyway- the teenager has been one of the players in the Q-League since her debut with Montreal Koreana just two seasons ago, and there's that boundless potential which is amazing, but whether Woodcarver can sustain that and level it up with the Grim Reapers..is another challenge of own.

Besides Huitema-Omeasoo, there is a bit more of evenly-matched options out there. Pablo Mancosu's starting to age a bit and is expected to split minutes alongside Eloise Kweon, who has successfully adjusted to the Nepharim Zenith, but nobody denies that he has admirably played his role over the years. Given his leadership and work ethics, it is probable his spot on the team will remain for few more years. Right behind him, in the meanwhile, follows Eloise Kweon. While flying under the radar for most part, her progression curve over the last three years have been impeccable, as the speedster, whose solid cuts, first touch and underrated goalscoring ability are to be noted, have found herself being the future for Sabrefell Moths. While concerns about her size remains abound, she is expected to perform well with the Grim Reapers in tandem with Mancosu, whose crosses and clean play compliments with that of her cuts.

As for the lonely man at the very front, the Grim Reapers have plenty of options. Enrico Hanson-Conavacio, whose shift in national team allegiance from Schottia to Quebec, and his hostile relations with fellow Schottian Tessa Maitfield now with Herzegovina City, is tall, powerful striker who can score anywhere within the penalty box, and has the physique to feed off the opportunities generated by millions of wingers and Marco Hertel, who he enjoys fantastic chemistry with. Like his father, the Myana star's a bit of goof at times, and he's viewed by some to be not committed enough to the game, but don't let that get around the fact that he, like his father, works his ass off on practice.

Kim Seng-Yoon, the other striker who plays up front in tandem with Frank Lundrigan, is back as the team's second option on the striker position, after having played somewhat off-position on the left wing. The RGS Athletic star has somewhat plateaued in her performance since the phenomenal start with the club, but her technical proficiency does compliment nicely to the power shooter in Enrico, and Kim remains a key player on George Wangolo's picture.

As for the other two, they have a bit more specific roles to handle. A flashy forward with good pace and touch, but many limitations that make him one-dimensional, Benoit Djaozandry's a classical Quebecois forward who can score when coming off the bench, but is not always the most consistent guy out on the field. He can wow you at times, but can also disappoint other times. But Wangolo and co., given the number of striker options available even on the wings, won't worry too much about that, and will take whatever the contribution he has as acceptable. Hong Yeong-Sahm, in the meanwhile, is a bit more of prototype for what's to come. He's intelligent, well-positioned player with a rocket of shot to score goals, and while undersized, he could wear the physicality of the international game with bulk. Having been developing well with Tihon in nearby Chromatika, his rising form has drawn the thumbs up from coach Wangolo.


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