Adam Idah has described his time at Celtic as both “torture” and “the best place ever,” admitting the highs and lows shaped his career during his 18 months in Glasgow.
The 24-year-old Republic of Ireland striker sealed a deadline-day transfer from the Scottish champions to Swansea City after scoring 29 goals in 76 appearances under Brendan Rodgers. His most memorable moment came in the 2024 Scottish Cup final, when he netted a dramatic late winner to secure the trophy. He also helped Celtic claim two league titles and a League Cup during his stay.
Reflecting on his experience, Idah admitted life at Celtic could be unforgiving. “It can be tough, you get a lot of hate. You might have a bad game and it’s torture. But flip it the other way, when you’re doing well, it’s the best place ever,” he said after scoring in Ireland’s 2-2 World Cup qualifier draw with Hungary.
Despite the challenges, Idah remains proud of his spell in Scotland. “Celtic is one of the biggest clubs in the world. Playing for them was a really proud moment for me. I had some great memories, scored important goals, and I’ve got nothing bad to say about the club. It was an amazing experience.”
The striker revealed he was initially reluctant to leave Parkhead. “At first, I didn’t want to leave. I wanted to fight for my spot and do well there,” he said. “But Swansea have a great project, and after speaking with their staff—and with Celtic—it seemed like the right move. I’m really looking forward to the fresh start.”
Idah completed his switch to the Championship side before linking up with the Republic of Ireland squad for their matches against Hungary and Armenia. For him, the focus now is on making an impact in South Wales while carrying the lessons he learned in Glasgow.
