TeemuVanBasten 3,327 Posted May 12, 2022 I watched a BBC video yesterday about the huge size (relative to population) of the Finnish Army (including reserves), they can call on almost as much manpower as the UK and this is because there is mandatory national service for all adult males, usually 12 months. Many females opt in voluntarily to complete this too. Apparently 80% of Finnish men have started and finished their national service before the age of 30. Only, I can't find any evidence anywhere that Pukki has done his yet. You don't get a free pass for being a footballer or a celebrity, so it looks like he still owes a year to military service. That's a worrying thought isn't it, with how crucial he is to our promotion prospects at a time when Finland is getting worried! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt Juler 148 Posted May 12, 2022 So winning the Championship doesn't provide an exemption like the Asian Games did for Heung-Min Son! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
First Wazzock 902 Posted May 12, 2022 What league do they play in? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nora's Ghost 157 Posted May 12, 2022 If so I hope he isn't given sniper duties. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1902 1,167 Posted May 12, 2022 Given we just signed a fairly open ended security guarantee with Finland, I'd say if Pukki gets called up then we will probably have more to worry about than where our goals are going to come from. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grando 260 Posted May 12, 2022 If he does can we send Todd in his place? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pyro Pete 1,889 Posted May 12, 2022 5 minutes ago, Grando said: If he does can we send Todd in his place? That'll go well. "No, Todd. You can't tweet about this or put it on Instagram. Now go secure that hill!" 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mello Yello 2,278 Posted May 12, 2022 If the Pukster were to be called up for military duty for Finland....There will probably be a big fall-out.....a nuclear one..... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fr. Chewy Louie 137 Posted May 12, 2022 1 hour ago, Nora's Ghost said: If so I hope he isn't given sniper duties. He could be the next White Death! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
keelansgrandad 6,679 Posted May 12, 2022 Private Pukki. A major upset if he goes. His trusted Lieutenant Idah would have to accompany Sargent of course. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chicken 2,604 Posted May 12, 2022 8 hours ago, Pyro Pete said: That'll go well. "No, Todd. You can't tweet about this or put it on Instagram. Now go secure that hill!" Mind you, that's kinda what they are doing in Ukraine. "Todd, TODD! Why did you stop?!!" "I found a cute puppy, I had to insta it!" <types on image 'you know, when you know'> Meanwhile on pinkun forum: "ITS A CRYPTIC TWEET!" "SOMEONE TELL HIM HIS HAIR NEEDS A CUT!" "HE'S PROBABLY GAY!"🙄 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Helsinki canary 240 Posted May 13, 2022 Most males here in Finland carry out 7-11 months of National service at the age of 18, the other option is a longer period of community service. I assume Teemu will of completed his NS at the age of 18. If we are invaded by Russia then in theory he could be called up to defend the country as a reservist. Lets hope this will not be needed. In the event of war all males aged 18-65 may be eligible for call up with those who have already carried out the basic military service being the first to be drafted after the full time service men and women. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFN FC 1,122 Posted May 13, 2022 With his accuracy this season, I doubt they'll want him! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hepphep 175 Posted May 13, 2022 1 hour ago, NFN FC said: With his accuracy this season, I doubt they'll want him! So true, with goal conversion rate being 1% lower than Salah, he has really had a woeful accuracy. Should immediately terminate his contract as Pool should do with Salah as well.. Or Spurs with Kane who has even 5% lower conversion rate than Pukki. Who would want a striker with rates like that! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NFN FC 1,122 Posted May 13, 2022 35 minutes ago, hepphep said: So true, with goal conversion rate being 1% lower than Salah, he has really had a woeful accuracy. Should immediately terminate his contract as Pool should do with Salah as well.. Or Spurs with Kane who has even 5% lower conversion rate than Pukki. Who would want a striker with rates like that! Yeah you're right. I guess my total disappointment with the squad is not justified to Pukki. He is better than this team made him seem. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites