Mohamed Elyounoussi has spoken about his spell at Celtic, calling his two years in Glasgow an unforgettable experience filled with highs and lows…
The Norwegian wide man reflected candidly on his Celtic journey, recalling both the memorable moments on the field and the disappointment of falling short of the club’s bid for ten in a row.
Elyounoussi played an important role in Celtic’s success under Neil Lennon’s stewardship, contributing to trophy wins and memorable European outings – especially against Lazio in Rome. However, his second season at the Hoops was overshadowed by the COVID-19 pandemic, which emptied stadiums and, in his view, stripped away the essence of football.
Although his time in Glasgow had its difficulties, Elyounoussi revealed that the experience deeply impacted him on and off the pitch, expressing his affection for the city, its people, and the unwavering passion of the Celtic supporters.
Though he reflects on his time with pride, he also admits to feeling a lingering sense of unfinished business – a single regret that continues to stay with him from his Celtic Park days.
Speaking via Record Celtic podcast, Elyounoussi said: “I think it was a rollercoaster of emotions. Overall, it’s a time which I will always cherish and remember. You always try to look at the good side of it. Like I said, I had a good time outside football as well.
“I really liked the city. Those two years I was there, I could probably count on one hand how many times I saw the sun. That was the toughest thing, I think.”
“It didn’t go there because of the weather, that’s for sure. But other than that, it was a good time. That was the biggest regret. Not winning the 10th in a row. Then you know you’ve been in the history books forever.
Elyounoussi added: “Playing football without fans, I experienced it first hand, that was tough. That’s when you realise that football without fans is nothing. Certainly, even though you try your best to win, there’s always something missing.”
Celtic supporters still hold him in high regard for his commitment and knack for delivering in crucial moments. From European goals to trophy wins, Elyounoussi was instrumental in helping the club maintain its dominance through a challenging period and perhaps went under the radar during a fabulous 2019/20 campaign.
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