ODIN THIAGO HOLM & MARIA MCANENY ON THE OFFICIAL CELTIC FC PODCAST

Summary

The video script features an engaging interview from the official Celtic FC podcast with first-team midfielder Odin Thiago and women's team midfielder Maria M. The discussion covers a range of topics, from their footballing heroes, personal experiences as fans, and memorable moments in their careers to their thoughts on other sports and music preferences. Odin Thiago shares his admiration for Lionel Messi and Thiago Alcantara, while Maria M. expresses her inspiration from Kevin De Bruyne and past Celtic legends. Both players reflect on their footballing journeys, the sacrifices they've made, and their aspirations for success at Celtic FC. The conversation also includes lighter moments, such as their cheat meals and the players they'd least want to be stranded with on a desert island, providing a well-rounded insight into their personalities and lives off the pitch.

Takeaways

• 🏆 Odin Thiago, a midfielder for Celtic FC, expresses his excitement about joining the team and his eagerness to win medals and contribute to the team's success.
• 🌟 Thiago's first footballing hero is Lionel Messi, a sentiment that has remained consistent throughout his life, with Messi continuing to be a player he admires and learns from.
• 👕 The first holiday destination Thiago remembers is Majorca, a place he visits regularly with his family, highlighting his fondness for the island.
• 🎵 When it comes to music, Thiago enjoys listening to popular music and has noticed a shift in his musical preferences since moving to Celtic, where he's exposed to more international tunes.
• 🏂 If Thiago could choose another sport to play professionally, it would be skiing, showing his passion for the sport and his regular trips to the Alps.
• 🤔 Thiago is not a fan of chess, despite it being considered a sport, and he humorously admits to being bad at it after trying it once.
• 🏎️ He considers Formula 1 to be a sport, appreciating the effort and training the drivers put in, which aligns with his interest in the sport and watching it on Netflix.
• 📸 Thiago enjoys interacting with Celtic fans and is aware of the support they give the team, aiming to give back by being approachable and accommodating to their requests.
• 😄 Maria M, a women's team midfielder, shares her admiration for past Celtic players and her aspirations to achieve success similar to them, showcasing her dedication to the sport and the club.
• 🥇 Maria's ultimate goal for the season is to win the league, reflecting the team's ambition and her personal drive to contribute to that success.
• 🍗 Both Thiago and Maria have a shared love for Nando's as a cheat meal destination, revealing a fun, common interest between the two players.

Q & A

Who is the first footballing hero Odin Thiago mentions in the podcast?

Odin Thiago's first footballing hero is Lionel Messi.

What was the significance of Messi's shirt that Odin Thiago received when he was six years old?

The Messi shirt was brought back by Thiago's father after attending a Formula 1 event and it marked the beginning of Thiago's admiration for Messi and Barcelona.

Which player does Odin Thiago consider to be similar to his own style of play?

Thiago Alcantara is the player Odin Thiago feels is similar to his own style of play.

What local team did Odin Thiago support in his hometown before joining Celtic?

Odin Thiago supported a local team called Rusber in his hometown.

What was the memorable match Odin Thiago attended as a fan?

Odin Thiago attended a match where Barcelona played against Espanyol, where Messi scored twice.

What is the first holiday destination mentioned by Odin Thiago outside of Norway?

The first holiday destination mentioned by Odin Thiago outside of Norway is Majorca.

What sport would Maria M choose to play professionally if she were not a footballer?

Maria M would choose to be a professional skier if she were not a footballer.

Who are the two Celtic women's team players that Maria M looked up to when she joined Celtic?

Craig and Kayy Clark are the two Celtic women's team players that Maria M looked up to when she joined Celtic.

Which player does Maria M currently look up to and model her game on?

Maria M currently looks up to and models her game on Kevin De Bruyne.

What was the first goal Maria M scored for the first team?

Maria M's first goal for the first team was against Dundee United when she came on at half time.

What is the overall goal for Maria M and her team for the current season?

The overall goal for Maria M and her team for the current season is to win the league, and also to win the Scottish Cup for three years in a row.