Hammers' Hometown... Oona Siren's Vantaa
Where did you grow up?
“Vantaa, in Finland."
What was it like growing up there, and how long did you live there for?
"I lived there for about 20 years, so I moved out when I was about 20. It was a really calm and normal Finnish city. It was next to the capital city, but there were still a lot fewer people."
Do you still go back, and do you still have family there?
"Yes! In almost every break I have I go back there, and I’ve still got family there as well."
What food is your hometown known for?
"My hometown isn’t really known for its food, but Finland is known for mashed potatoes and meatballs!"
What was your favourite thing to do in your hometown when you were younger?
"I loved to play football and any sort of games outside with my siblings and my friends."
If someone was visiting your hometown, what would you recommend they do?
"Maybe take a day trip to one of the forests!"
What football team is closest to where you grew up?
"My local team was Tikkurilan Palloseura (TiPS), and they were the first team that I played for."