Mark Olsen

Mark Olsen (born January 8, 1981) is a Canadian footballer, playing for Arabian FC. Known for his aim-to-goal shot, he is already one of the top goalscorers of Arabian FC, even though he came to Brunant in 2008.

Early life
Mark Olsen was born in Airdrie, member of a sports family; his father was a rugby coach, his mother a volleyball player and his older brother was a soccer goalkeeper. In 1998, Mark started playing for Calgary Callies, an amateur team, being a teammate with his brother. According to a 2010 interview, his favourite player as a child was Zinedine Zidane.

Professional career
Mark Olsen began his professional career in 2001, after signing with Thunder Bay Chill. He spent two years there and then was transferred to Rochester Rhinos. He had a few good games, but he was released by the end of the season.

In 2004 he signed to Burnley FC, playing in only two matches. He subsequently was transferred to Dundalk FC, much helping the team with his goals. He only lost two matches in 2006, due to a minor injury. In 2008, Dundalk won promotion back to First Division, but Olsen was released after a disagreement over his salary.

Soon enough, Olsen was signed to Arabian FC, in order to replace attacker Hamid Asma, who was transferred to Charlestown FC. During his first season, he scored only two goals, but the then manager Simao Assunção insisted. In the the following seasons, Mark Olsen was Arabian's first scorer. As of 2013, he has scored 8 goals in the Championship and 3 in the Cup.