""I didn't think I had that footballing maturity I needed to give to a country. At that time I wasn't that player and felt like I couldn't be that for Scotland.""
""I needed to re-evaluate where I was and grow as a player and person.""
""I absolutely loved it, but my mum was like: 'Oh, I thought you were going to be a dancer', but that was never on the cards for me!""
""I got the chance to train with the first-team at like 16, 17, which was an unbelievable experience.""
Miri Taylor, a midfielder for Aston Villa, has recently made her debut for Scotland, fulfilling a long-held desire to represent her grandmother's homeland. After initially doubting her abilities to compete at the international level, she took time to develop her skills and confidence. Taylor's journey began in youth leagues, progressing through teams like Gillingham, Charlton Athletic, and Chelsea, where she trained with the first team. Her growth as a player and person has been significant, leading to her current role in the national team.
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