Celtic legend Lubomir Moravcik has moved into local politics. The Slovakian was a cultured midfielder in his playing days but he has now moved into the arena of politics having been elected to the Nitra local council.
As reported by The Herald, Moravcik confirmed that he didn’t fancy emulating another footballer turned politician, George Weah, but he would look after sports in his new role.
“Well, I don’t want to be president of the country like George Weah! That is too much!”
“I am now involved in politics a little in Slovakia. There were elections back in October and I put myself forward.
“The public voted and I received enough votes to be elected to the council in Nitra where I am from and still live.
“It’s a small role. I am the only sportsman involved in the council so I look after sport. That is my business so I suppose it make sense for me to focus on that. It is something different for me and I am enjoying being involved.”
“I like to work a little, but not too much and I am happy just to do a little bit of politics.”
Signed by Dr. Jo Vengolos for £300k aged 33, arguably in the twilight of his career, Moravcik would go onto make a major impact at Celtic Park. In his first game, Moravcik dispelled any doubts about his abilities scoring twice in a memorable 5-1 victory over Rangers.
The talented midfielder, often dubbed ‘The Gift from God’, would go onto 130 appearances for Celtic, scoring 35 goals. Lubo would win 2 SPL Titles, 2 League Cups and 1 Scottish Cup in his four-year spell at the club.
Best wishes lubo,I think anything you put your mind to will be successful.hail hail