One of the best sporting atmospheres I’ve ever experienced- Canadian presenter gives his view on Celtic Park
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A Canadian sports presenter was bowled over by Celtic’s win over Dundee on Wednesday night.
On his Twitter bio Devin Heroux describes himself as ‘CBC News/Olympics and Paralympics Reporter. Based in Toronto. Born in Saskatoon’ but on Wednesday night he found himself sitting in the North Stand to experience the raw passion of Scottish football.
Heroux might be producing a feature on Canadian’s in Scottish football, led by Alistair Johnston, he could have had a place in the Media Section but for the authentic taste of football in one of its most fabled arena’s he was in among the fans as Celtic turned on the style.
After some lacklustre recent displays Celtic were on full throttle last night, for any visitor the mixture of passion from the fans and exciting direct football on the pitch makes for a lively cocktail.
Even when subdued the atmosphere at Celtic Park is far superior to many of the fabled stadiums in England where the traditional supporter has largely been priced out of the market.
That was one of the best sporting atmospheres I’ve ever experienced.
It’s a 7-1 victory for @CelticFC over Dundee and the locals are going home happy.
60,000 fans. They have 48,000 season ticket holders. Remarkable. Unforgettable experience at Celtic Park. pic.twitter.com/h5Ri9t4MDi
— Devin Heroux (@Devin_Heroux) February 28, 2024
Johnston wasn’t on the scoresheet but he did put in an impressive performance, linking up well with Yang Hyun-jun as Celtic turned in their best performance of the season.
Whenever he gets back to Toronto Heroux will have a greater understanding of Scottish football and the unique circumstances that makes Celtic appeal worldwide.