CELTIC have launched their Christmas advert for 2021 and as usual the film certainly doesn't disappoint.
Manager Ange Postecoglou plays a key role in the ad as he leads a family who, with a hint of nostalgia and some help from the players, brings everyone together for Christmas.
The club released the advert this morning and said: "From the North Stand to North America, from Donegal to Down Under you are warmly invited to join us for Christmas day, the Celtic Way. From trimmings on the table to baubles on the tree we are all set for a Celtic Christmas dinner, like no other.
"Many of the Celts, like many of our supporters, are far from home this festive season but we’re reminded that no matter where in the world we are, we share a unique sense of togetherness and that is something we should celebrate all year round. But it feels even more special at Christmas.
"This year we have tried to capture that essence in our Christmas film, with the manager at the head of our big, boisterous Celtic family who, with a hint of nostalgia and some help from the players, brings everyone together to send Celtic cheer far and near.
💌🌏🌟 Should 𝘼𝙪𝙡𝙙 acquaintance be forgot, And never brought to mind...
— Celtic Football Club (@CelticFC) November 23, 2021
We’re sending cheer, both far and near, fae the Bhoys at Christmas time 💚#CelticChristmasAd pic.twitter.com/wIreN68Jez
"This message echoes in Eddi Reader’s unique rendition of Auld Lang Syne, recorded specially to accompany this year’s Christmas film.
"It’s a song which, like Celtic, has roots in both Scotland and Ireland but is fondly recognised all around the world, particularly during the festive season as we celebrate the past, while looking forward to the future."
On being asked to record this year’s music, Eddi Reader said, “I love the fact that they’ve asked me.
“Singing this song is emotional. The fact that it’s Scottish and its part of my heritage, to say goodbye to people and to say that we’re still there in spirit, no matter how far away we’ve gone or how far apart we’ve been, we’re all together now – I love that thing about this song.”
The 2021 Christmas film features star turns from club captains Callum McGregor and Kelly Clark, plus a Christmas film debut for both Kyogo and Celtic FC Women’s manager Fran Alonso to name just a few.
However, it’s left to Jota and Greg Taylor – an iconic duo – to bring the celebrations to an unforgettable end.
Celtic say they have dedicated this year’s film to the legendary Bertie Auld.
The club said: "A true showman and a magnificent Celt who loved a story and a song - he will never be forgotten."
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