“He fits the profile they play at Celtic; we play a similar kind of style,” John McGlynn | OneFootball

Falkirk boss John McGlynn believes Scott Bain’s experience at Celtic will prove to be beneficial in their return to the Scottish Premiership…

Scott Bain of Celtic celebrates his sides second goal during the  Scottish Premiership match between Aberdeen and Celtic at Pittodrie on May 04, 2019. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

The Falkirk manager is confident that his top-flight newcomers – particularly fellow keeper Nicky Hogarth – will gain from Scott Bain’s time and experience at playing with the Scottish champions for eight seasons.

Approaching his 34th birthday in November, Bain agreed to a one-year contract following a seven-and-a-half-year stint at Celtic, revealing that the opportunity for his family to watch him compete in matches week in week out played a major role in his decision.

Scott Bain Celtic Glasgow, Photo JOERAN STEINSIEK

Scott Bain Celtic debut was on Beautiful Sunday

McGlynn, who has additionally brought in 37-year-old striker Brian Graham from Partick Thistle, told Daily Record: “Scotty got a number of appearances in the Premiership, he’s played in Old Firm (sic) games, he’s played in the Champions League.”

“Yes, in recent years he’s not played a lot. You’ve got the calibre of Joe Hart keeping him out of the team, Kasper Schmeichel. Celtic have signed other goalkeepers as well so it’s been quite difficult to get into their first team in recent years.”

Celtic v St Mirren – cinch Premiership – Celtic Park Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart is substituted for team-mate Scott Bain during the cinch Premiership match at Celtic Park, Glasgow. Saturday May 18, 2024. Photo Andrew Milligan

‘Celtic saw a lot in him to sign him,’ John McGlynn

“But prior to that, Celtic saw a lot in him to sign him. He played in these games I’ve mentioned, he did really well at Dundee and brings that experience I’m looking for. At 33 for a goalkeeper, you look at Craig Gordon, then he’s got a lot of goalkeeping to do ahead of him.”

‘He fits the profile they play at Celtic; we play a similar kind of style,’ John McGlynn

McGlynn added: “He fits the profile they play at Celtic; we play a similar kind of style, we’re looking for options from the keeper with distribution. Of course, you’ve got to make saves but the added bonus for us is that he has experience every day training at a club like Celtic with the players they’ve got. The experience he’s got will help us on a daily basis and obviously in games.”

Celtic Training – goalkeepers Tobi Oluwayemi, Joe Hart and Scott Bain right during a training session at Lennoxtown Training Centre. Friday May 13, 2022. Photo Andrew Milligan

“I’m really pleased with these two we’ve got in. I wanted experience and physicality – and Brian offers all that. Scotty offers the experience, the profile of what we’re looking for. He’ll talk; he’ll organise the defenders.”

Falkirk are a welcome addition to the Premiership next season. They were one of the best domestic sides to play at Celtic Park last campaign, and will undoubtedly freshen the league up with their attractive playing style under a decent manager.

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