After joining Glasgow City back in August, Mebae Tanaka very soon became a firm favourite within the squad and on the pitch she has continued to adapt to playing in Scotland.
So, we enjoyed a quickfire catch-up with the Japanese winger, putting questions to her on her time at the club so far and her hopes ahead of the second half of the season, as we return to league action this weekend with a visit to Partick Thistle.
How have you found your first six months at Glasgow City?
At first, I was just trying to get used to everything, but now I can enjoy talking with my teammates, and I’m having a really good time.
What has been your highlight with us so far?
Scoring a goal in my first game!
What is it like to play with your Glasgow City teammates?
My teammates are very good at passing and have high technical skills, so it’s fun to play with them.
What has helped you settle in at the club?
My teammates and the staff are all very kind, and they welcomed me straight away.
What is your favourite thing about playing for Glasgow City?
We are always thinking about winning games, and I really like that mentality.
How have you found the playing style in Scotland compared to what you had experienced before in Australia, New Zealand, Japan and South Korea?
I feel that the Scottish league has strong tactics and a high level of technical quality.
You have scored and got assists, how happy are you with how you have helped the team?
I have been able to contribute with good results with the game time I have been given.
What are your hopes for the second half of the season?
On a personal level, I want to make an impact in helping the team get good results against the top six sides.
What has it been like living in Glasgow?
The weather is not very sunny, ha! But, I like going to nice cafés and spending time with my teammates.
Since being here, you have been able to travel around Europe in Budapest, Rome and Paris, what has that been like?
It’s my first time living in Europe, so I want to have as many experiences as I can. It made me feel that the world is still very big.