Mikkelson, Thai-Norwegian Footballer, Reveals Two Nations He'll Support in World Cup
Thai-Norwegian striker Nicolas Mikkelson says he'll support Germany and Argentina at the World Cup, citing his Bundesliga career and admiration for Lionel Messi.
Nicolas Mikkelson, a Thai-Norwegian striker, has opened up about the two national teams he will support during the upcoming FIFA World Cup, notably excluding his birthplace Norway. Mikkelson has become the second Thai national footballer to play in the German Bundesliga after his club secured promotion. Upon returning to Thailand, he gave his first media interview at the Adidas Brand Center, expressing gratitude to fans for their support and joy at his team's successful promotion following a grueling season. Regarding the World Cup, the half-Thai, half-Norwegian footballer revealed he will support Germany since he plays in the German league, and Argentina as his second choice because he is a personal admirer of Lionel Messi and hopes to see Messi win another World Cup title.