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Scouting Report: Jukka Raitala

Overshadowed by the report of a new Designated Player, Columbus Crew SC announced last week that they completed the signing of veteran Finnish wingback Jukka Raitala. As he is name unfamiliar to many in these parts of world football, today’s read will help fill in the gaps, for you to get to know the Black & Gold’s newest signing.

Jukka Raitala — Background

During the 2016 season, he played for Sogndal IL in the Norwegian First Division, where he made 28 appearances, all starts, scoring one goal and providing five assists.

Joining the team from Norwegian First Division where he played last season with Sognal IL.