Gustaf Lagerbielke Hails Successful Celtic Tenure at Braga
Gustaf Lagerbielke, a central defender, reflects positively on his experiences at Celtic during his two-year stint with the club. Recently, he returned to Glasgow with Braga for a Europa League match, a venue where he found success as a Celtic player.
Career Overview of Gustaf Lagerbielke
Lagerbielke joined Celtic from Elfsborg in 2023 but played limited minutes during his tenure. He made just ten appearances in the 2023-24 season under manager Brendan Rodgers. The Swedish international then spent a season on loan at Twente, a Dutch club, before signing with Braga in July.
Successful Tenure Despite Challenges
During his time at Celtic, Lagerbielke was part of a team that won both the Scottish Premiership and the Scottish Cup. One of his memorable moments came when he scored a crucial stoppage-time goal against Feyenoord in December 2023. This victory marked Celtic’s first home win in the Champions League in a decade.
Reflecting on his journey, Lagerbielke stated, “It was a good year I had here, so it’s nice to be back.” He emphasized the valuable lessons learned during his time at Celtic, both in football and in adapting to life in a new country.
Looking Ahead with Braga
Now at Braga, Lagerbielke is enjoying his role and has already made more appearances than he did at Celtic. He expressed his happiness with the club’s environment and mentioned his excitement about facing Benjamin Nygren, a fellow Swedish international and a recent Celtic signing.
- Joined Celtic: 2023
- Loan to Twente: 2023-2024 season
- Signed with Braga: July 2024
- Titles Won at Celtic:
- Scottish Premiership
- Scottish Cup
- Notable Match: Scored against Feyenoord in December 2023
- Current League Position: 7th in Primeira Liga
The journey of Gustaf Lagerbielke from Celtic to Braga highlights the complexities of a professional football career. Despite limited playing time in Glasgow, he comes away with positive experiences and valuable lessons as he looks to contribute to his new team.
