November 24, 2022

4 min. to read

An Interview with Nataša Andonova, Football Player

Greetings to everyone. Today I have the pleasure of talking to Nataša Andonova, a Macedonian professional footballer who captains the Macedonian women’s national football team and has captured the hearts of fans worldwide. She is the top scorer in the Macedonian National team’s history, and her success follows her to this day.

Andonova’s career began in ZFK Tikvešanka in Macedonia. She was first noticed when she played in the U-19 EURO in 2010, hosted by Macedonia. That is when she stood up and was named the tournament’s best player.

Her international career at FFC Turbine Potsdam continued in Rosengard, Paris-Saint Germain, and Barcelona. She currently plays as a forward for Spanish Liga F club Levante UD. Among her most notable achievements is when she ended as the second top scorer in the Bundesliga Cup 2011 with seven goals.

Nataša has established herself as a national icon to motivate people worldwide. She is a hard-working, motivated young lady with a goal to win the Champions League one day. So, I hope that by sharing her story, she will inspire you to stick with your football ambitions and never give up on your dream of being the world’s best player. Now, let’s hear her end of the story.

Tose Zafirov

Mr. Olympia Representative

Who Is Nataša Andonova?

Tose Zafirov:

I would love to say that I am extremely honored to have you on this blog. It is always a joyful experience to see native Macedonian people succeed in the football industry, and you are one of the best. So tell us something about yourself, Nataša.

Nataša Andonova:

Hello, I’m Nataša Andonova. First, I want to congratulate you guys on this inspiring blog. With this blog, you will motivate a lot of potentials to pursue their dreams, and I am glad that one of these motivational stories will be my story.

I can tell you that I’m brave, strong, and independent! I’m a young girl who never gave up on her ambition and who defies the stereotype that football is just for men. I am still fighting for the same rights to this very day.

How Did Your Journey Begin?

Tose Zafirov:

You are one of the most successful Macedonian female football players. So, tell us, how did this journey begin? How did you get into the world of football?

Nataša Andonova:

This journey began when I was a kid, and I can say that the most guilty person for my love for this game is my father. He was the first person to put a ball in my hands, always took me with him on his training sessions, always supported me, and constantly told me that this journey won’t be easy, but I should not give up.

How Do You Prepare for A Match?

Tose Zafirov:

Could you tell us a little bit more about your training sessions and what you generally do to prepare for a match?

Nataša Andonova:

Usually, I have 2 hours of training per day, but I often prefer to go to the gym and do it by myself. In the beginning, there were things I didn’t like at all, but now football is my lifestyle!

What Motivated You to Pursue Your Career?

Tose Zafirov:

Given the time and work necessary to pursue a career like this, what encouraged you to begin? In addition, who was your mentor or inspiration when you first started?

Nataša Andonova:

As I mentioned before, all of this started thanks to my dad. In the beginning, my motivation was Marta from Brasil, the most famous female footballer who won 5 Balon D’Oro, and my biggest wish was to play with her in the same club, which became a reality.

We played in the same club in 2015 in Sweden and are still very good friends to this day.

How Do Keep Up with Your Diet?

Tose Zafirov:

What kind of diet do you implement to keep yourself fit, strong, and healthy for your daily activities with intensive training?

Nataša Andonova:

I am always careful about what I eat because that is one of the most important things in football. In every club I went to, a nutritionist always took care of our food. However, I took it to the next level in the last months, thanks to Ivica Janev.

What Other Interests Do You Have?

Tose Zafirov:

What does an average day in the life of Nataša look like? Do you have any hobbies or other activities that keep you occupied?

Nataša Andonova:

I’m a morning person. First, I have a training session with my club. Then, it depends on the day, but I generally have a lot of responsibilities, so my days are pretty busy. For motivation, I read books and always like to learn new things and improve myself because I always want more and more.

What It’s Like to Play in Big Teams?

Tose Zafirov:

How does it feel like to play on global teams loved by millions of fans? Furthermore, how do you not let fame get to your head?

Nataša Andonova:

The feeling of playing in front of a full stadium is amazing, and most of the time, I’m not even aware of my achievements.

The game never gets to my head because I’m always natural, and I know that the stairs to success are not easy.

What Are Your Future Plans?

Tose Zafirov:

Where do you see yourself in the next ten years? Do you have any new goals set for yourself?

Nataša Andonova:

My biggest goal is to win the Champions League for the next ten years. However, only God knows what can happen.

How Did You Pick Your Team?

Tose Zafirov:

How did you pick the team you wanted to play in? And what’s more important for you in a team - the other players, the management, the manager, or something else?

Nataša Andonova:

When you are good enough, the opportunity comes by itself. It’s important to have good teammates, a good relationship with the coach, a positive mind, and a lot of patience. Still, one of the most important things is to have a good medical team.

What Is Your Message to the World?

Tose Zafirov:

What would you say if you had the opportunity to send a message to the entire world?

Nataša Andonova:

Believe in yourself and never give up. Always stay close to your family because if it weren’t for my mom, dad, and sister, I would never be where I’m now.

Final Words

Nataša, it was an honor to have you here today. I appreciate the time you dedicated to the interview, and I hope to speak with you again soon.

If you want to learn about the life of Nataša Andonova, you can visit her official Wikipedia page.

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