Conor Hazard compares Helsinki and Celtic; talks about the wishes of the first team
Conor Hazard has changed the tropical climates of Glasgow to the freezing frost of Helsinki, and all in the name of progress, the keeper says.
Hazard seals a one-year loan agreement with HJK Helsinki, two consecutive Finnish Champions. And he did it with the blessing of Ange Postecoglo, Hazard’s Manager says “everyone loves”. However, it is a transfer from the left field in the best way. The Northern Ireland shot stopper and Scottish Cup hero has indeed made a very interesting choice and now he has explained his thoughts.
It all helps to improve his Celtic chances.
Hazard explained [Daily Record]: “I’m at a point in my career where I need regular playing time because at the end of the day, my main goal is to be Celtic’s number one goalkeeper.
“I have a great opportunity to come here to show what I can do, and I have heard that Helsinki is also a beautiful place to live.
– Their football style and playing style seem to be like Celtic. They are one of the biggest clubs in Finland, and the pressure on them every week is similar to that at Celtic, and you have to run and win every game.
“It’s a great business for me, and I can build on what it’s going to be like at home. I’ve spent some time borrowing in Partick Thistle and Dundee in the past, but this is definitely the different kind of loan I’ve had so far in my career, because it’s -5 here right now and it’s snowing like crazy.
Celtic goalkeeper Conor Hazard defied the conditions in Helsinki about the possibility of rims
Don’t worry about Conor; In Helsinki, the weather is getting better.
In summer, the temperature can rise up to 17 degrees [Holiday-weather]. So it’s bright, but he might still need fleece.
However, Helsinki is beautiful. And he has joined the club in the midst of the dramatic title Yacht. After 22 games, HJK Helsinki is in second place with an identical record in first place with KuPS Kuopio. [BBC]. The difference is the worse goal difference in Helsinki; something Hazard is certainly trying to figure out.
It is certainly a bold act. Of course, not because Finland is a football phenomenon or something disrespectful. The finals were in Euro 2020 and also looked good. But it’s more that it’s a step outside of Hazard’s comfort zone, you have to imagine.
However, it shows his complete dedication to his goals. He’s not going to sit waiting for the opportunity to fall into his arms. With Scott Bain and Joe Hart ahead of him, the wait would be long.
Instead, he realizes the opportunities. And on his way to Helsinki, he shows just the right attitude. Hopefully it will win him more silverware and make him compete for the number one shirt when he returns.
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