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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
Sport
Graeme McGarry

Matt O’Riley opens up on importance of mental health as Celtic man reveals he has his own coach to help him keep a steady head

Matt O'Riley thinks that looking after mental health is the most important aspect of being a footballer.

AT any big club these days, there is an army of staff behind the scenes to cater for a player’s every need. That is evident here at Celtic’s pre-season training camp in Austria, where there seems to be a member of backroom staff for every couple of players.

Subsequently, these Celtic players are in prime physical condition, but what about their mental health? For Matt O’Riley, looking after his mental welfare is the single most important aspect of being a professional, and that is why he has his own mental coach to help him ensure he is also looking after himself in that regard.

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