Viljami Sinisalo on Stevie Woods and his ‘no excuses culture’ at Celtic
Viljami Sinisalo on Stevie Woods and his ‘no excuses culture’ at Celtic Celtic goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo has opened up on his long-term goal of moving into management – despite still being in the early stages of his playing career at just 24… As a shot-stopper, the Finn could realistically remain active at the top level for many more years, potentially well into his late 30s or beyond. However, his forward-thinking mindset has already been evident, particularly following his recent run in the starting line-up after Kasper Schmeichel suffered a career threatening injury. While it is relatively uncommon for goalkeepers to transition into coaching roles at the highest level, Sinisalo has made it clear that he intends to pursue that path.
Stevie Woods and Gavin Strachan arrive at the Falkirk Stadium. Falkirk v Celtic, Scottish Premiership, Falkirk Stadium, 14 January 2026. Photo Vagelis Georgariou Speaking on the Celtic FC Podcast , when asked about working under goalkeeping coach Stevie Woods, he said: “ Very good.
Very good to work with. The level of detail that he gives us before games… and again, very much what I said with Kevin Miller [Exeter GK Coach] in terms of the no-excuse culture. ” “He gives you the platform to know everything about your opposition so you can’t, in any case, fall back on not knowing something or not being ready for something.
” “So I think that’s the main thing. And, just a nice human being. I think that’s half the battle as well.
It’s the technical ability and the human side, that he makes you feel a million dollars when you’re in the team. ” Kasper Schmeichel, Stevie Woods and Viljami Sinisalo of Celtic. Stuttgart v Celtic, UEFA Europa League, Knockout Round Play Offs, Second Leg, Football, MHP Arena, Stuttgart, Germany – 26 Feb 2026Stuttgart MHP Arena Germany Photo James Marsh IMAGO Shutterstock “That’s a quality that me, wanting to be a coach one day, would want to take on.