The Celtic Star
·22 May 2024
Joe Hart Q&A – “I’ll always be a part of the club as long as I’m welcome”
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Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart shows his appreciation to the fans after the Scottish Premiership match between Celtic FC v St Mirren at Celtic Park Stadium on May 18, 2024. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Q: What’s been your favourite moment in a Celtic shirt?
Joe Hart: “My favourite moment was Saturday. That was one of my favourite moments in a pair of gloves and boots.”
Q: If you had to give any advice to aspiring young goalkeepers what would it be?
Joe Hart: “Do it because you love it and constantly remind yourself to enjoy!”
Q: What made you fall in love with the club?
Joe Hart: “I struggle for words because I don’t want to sound cliché by just saying the fans, the support and the energy. I suppose it’s the expectations of the club and the understanding of the club.”
Q: Why do the keepers come out first for the warm up?
Joe Hart: “I don’t actually know is the answer! I’ve always wanted to get my warm up done as quickly as possible as sometimes we’re diving around and soaking wet in conditions. I change everything as quick as possible then giving myself more time to prepare.”
Joe Hart in action in the 3-0 win over theRangers in February 2022.
Q: Best atmosphere you’ve experienced at Celtic Park?
Joe Hart: “The 3-0 night game against Rangers when we took the lead in the league. There’s been plenty, Saturday included, but that was pretty mind-blowing.”
Q: Genuinely how close did come to retiring before you joined Celtic?
Joe Hart: “I was pretty sure I didn’t have a space in football. I didn’t come close because I still had a year on my contract but in terms of retiring from a passion point of view, I could have if I didn’t get this opportunity.”
Q: How does Callum McGregor rate as a captain compared to others you have worked with?
Joe Hart: “I can’t speak highly enough about him. The biggest compliment I can pay him is that he’s willing to learn on the job. He puts the club before himself. On top of that he’s an exceptional player. He’s perfect for a leader of such an important football club.”
Q: What age were you when you wanted to be a goalkeeper?
Joe Hart: “I woudn’t say I ever decided, I just ended up in goal more than outfield from 16 onwards. The higher up the level the more likely I was to go in goal!”
Q: What is your match day preparation, do you have any superstitions and how has it changed throughout your career?
Joe Hart: “No superstitions. My preparation evolved through the years, through football changing and being at different football clubs. As long as I’m ready to go 15 or 20 minutes before kick-off, I’m perfectly happy.”
Callum McGregor and Joe Hart lift the Scottish Premiership trophy at Celtic Park Stadium on May 18, 2024.. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Q: What is the one thing you’ll miss most about playing football?
Joe Hart: “Honestly, I don’t know and it will be a long time before I can answer that. I’m not missing it yet because I’m still 100% in.”
Joe, this isn’t a question. This is a thank you for all you have given us over the last 3 years. We appreciate all you’ve done for this club, and we can’t thank you enough. Always a Celt, Always our SUPER JOE!
Joe Hart: “The feeling is mutual! I can’t thank the club and the Celtic family enough for how they’ve embraced me and made me feel welcome from day one. I’ll always be a part of the club as long as I’m welcome!”
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