Exclusive Interview with Young Midfielder Tonja Matic

Interviewer: Tonja, thank you for sitting down with us today. Let's start off by talking about your current club, Copthorne S.A. You're currently 9th in the league standings, how do you feel about the team's performance so far this season?

Tonja: Thank you for having me. Honestly, I think we could be doing better. We have a lot of talent on this team, but we just need to work on our consistency. I believe we have what it takes to move up in the rankings.

Interviewer: You've scored 2 goals already this season, which is impressive for a midfielder. What do you attribute your success to?

Tonja: I believe in hard work and dedication. I spend hours on the training ground perfecting my craft. My favorite formation is 3-5-2, which allows me to get forward and contribute to the attack while still being able to help out on defense.

Interviewer: Speaking of defense, you mentioned that your favorite play style is defending. How do you approach the game from a defensive standpoint?

Tonja: I take pride in my defensive abilities. I always make sure to track back and help out the backline whenever necessary. I believe that a strong defense is the foundation for a successful team.

Interviewer: We've heard that you have a very intense practice ethic, can you tell us more about that?

Tonja: Football is my life. I have no room for distractions. I am willing to do whatever it takes to become the best player I can be. That means sacrificing everything else in my life to focus on my career.

Interviewer: Lastly, can you share a random interesting fact about your life outside of football?

Tonja: Well, even though I may seem intense and focused all the time, I do enjoy playing video games in my spare time. It's a way for me to unwind and relax after a long day of training and matches.

Interviewer: Thank you for sharing that with us, Tonja. We wish you the best of luck for the rest of the season.

Tonja: Thank you, I appreciate it.