| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions 15:13 - Apr 6 with 3651 views | crtz |
http://fotbolti.net/news/06-04-2017/b-gylfi-svarar-spurningum-lesenda-b
Icelandic football news site let their readers ask Gylfi questions, I'll translate if anyone is interested:
Have you worked in the fish business?
Not yet.
Pineapple on pizza?
I'm a pepperoni guy, but when I'm switching things up, pineapple is on the pizza.
I heard you were secretly a geek and had interests in many geeky things. What is the geekiest things about you that you won't tell many people?
I wouldn't say it's geeky, but not many know I've begun learning the piano and play darts a lot.
If you could pick one player in the Premier League to come to Swansea, who would it be?
I wouldn't mind having Aguero up top, he would supply a few goals every season.
Who's the hardest player you've played against and someone who has surprised you on the pitch?
Nemanja Matic and Kante are incredibly tough on the midfield but I think Hazard is one of the best
Do you play FIFA/Football Manager and if so, do you get an ego boost and give yourself a transfer to the big clubs?
I play FIFA with the mates, we (Swansea FC) are so poor in FIFA however that I usually play as Real Madrid or Barcelona.
If I was going to do something extra in training, what should I focus on?
Depends on what you want/need to improve. I'd recommend training with the ball to improve technique and practice your weaker foot.
Who's your favourite player besides yourself?
It was Frank Lampard, today it is probably Luka Modric.
(asked by Friðrik Dór Jónsson, singer and part-time footballer)
During the Shell competition (national football competition between youngsters of Iceland), you were recorded as scoring a goal when in reality Friðrik Dór Jónsson scored directly from a corner. What does your conscience tell you about that decision today?
Hello Friðrik, we both know I directed that ball into the corner. I'd like to thank you for a fine assist however.
How do you use your off-days mostly?
Most days go into playing golf, relaxing at home with the wife and walking the dog. We often go to London also when we have a two-day holiday.
What were your ambitious when you were younger?
Become a professional footballer and play in the English Premier League.
Who is the best in the Icelandic team in the pass challenge (not sure what this is translated to in English, it's when players stand in a square and can only touch the ball once and 2 players try to tackle the ball).
Jóhann Berg (Burnley) is okay.
What do you eat in the morning?
I usually eat oatmeal, an omelette and a banana.
Which do you prefer, bread or meat?
I think I'd pick a good steak.
You've done really well recently but what was the hardest time during your career and what did you do to get over that bad spell?
My worst time in football was probably with Tottenham. I continued to improve every day and thought if I stayed at my best physically and mentally, when I would get a chance to play a few games I would prove my worth. But then I had to go to Swansea and prove myself.
When you did extra training and practiced your shots, how did you shoot? For example, did you run with the ball and shoot or did you shoot from a dead-ball position? How did you practice?
I practiced both, mostly taking 1-2 touches before shooting though.
When you take a freekick, what goalkeeper would you least want to stand in the goal?
Thibaut Courtois style, big guy with longs hands.
Let's say you stopped playing football at 17, what would you be doing today?
I probably would have tried golf. If that wouldn't have worked out, I would have no clue.
What football team did you support as a child?
I supported Manchester United, was brought up that way.
Favorite color?
Blue
Who is the best golfer in the national team?
I'm the best but Ömmi (Ögmundur Kristinsson, Hammarby) is pretty close as well. Then we have Alfreð Finnbogason (Augsburg) and Sverrir Ingi (Granada) in 3rd and 4th.
If you could give youngsters in football some advice, what would it be?
Train a lot and believe in yourself.
How do you prepare for a game? Any good tips, for example good music on Spotify?
Yes, I mostly listen to my own music in the locker room before a game, get a massage and chat with the lads. But when I walk on the field to warm-up, I get in the zone.
Of anyone you played with in your career, who is your best friend?
Eggert Gunnþór (SønderjyskE) and Jóhann Berg (Burnley).
What's your favorite goal of your career?
Free-kick against Arsenal and my first goal at Old Trafford.
Who do you spend most of your time with at Swansea?
I spend time with Wayne Routledge because we play golf together but also Jack Cork and Kyle Naughton.
Has your ability to abstain from alcohol helped your career?
Yes, I think so. I've been lucky with muscle injuries and I believe that's a big part.
Hello Gylfi, how do you keep your hair so thick when it's raining dramatically?
The secret is a little vaselin but I don't use that anymore.
Who is the craziest person (mad lad) in the Swansea team?
Leroy Fer is an absolute genius.
How many shoepairs do you use per month?
2-3 I would guess.
How many footballs do you own?
1.
I have practice football a lot and want to get better at freekicks, how do I become as good as you?
You need to practice freekicks regularly.
Who were your inspirations in football as a child?
I watched Frank Lampard a lot and tried to learn from him.
Did you emphasise strength training when you were young and if so, what did you emphasise mostly?
Yes, I was a late bloomer physically, I started young in physical training with Gauti Grétars (physical coach). I didn't emphasise anything in particular but tried to strengthen my whole body.
What's best to eat before a game and before training?
It depends on the person but I have my own routine. I eat a lot 2 days before a game but on game-day I don't eat a lot. We practice at 10:30 so I usually just have normal breakfast before training.
Who was your best friend at Tottenham?
At Tottenham I was usually with Bale, Huddlestone and Livermore.
Do you think you'll play in Iceland before your career is over?
That was always the idea, to come home and play for a year or two but I'm not sure what I'll do.
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| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 19:41 - Apr 6 with 3490 views | Nirvana |
Thanks for the interview and translation. Do you speak Icelandic? |  | | |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 22:44 - Apr 6 with 3377 views | crtz |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 19:41 - Apr 6 by Nirvana |
Thanks for the interview and translation. Do you speak Icelandic? |
I'm Icelandic :)) | | | |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 23:37 - Apr 6 with 3332 views | Brynmill_Jack |
Do you still think you could get into the current spurs side??? |  |
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| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 07:20 - Apr 7 with 3267 views | Nirvana |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 22:44 - Apr 6 by crtz |
I'm Icelandic :)) |
Wow that's amazing, and makes sense. Can't imagine there are many who take the time out just to learn the language for fun, no offense. It's a very small country you never hear much about. Beautiful landscapes from what I've seen though, and got a buddy who has been several times and wants to move there.
Would love to see the Aurora with my own eyes at some point but it's not likely. It's on the internet, though. Ever seen it? I would assume you have. Looks like tripping, but you still understand time as a concept, right?
Never actually met someone from there. Are you allowed to own music that isn't by Björk? Do you all live in volcanoes? Are gnomes actually real? So many questions. | | | |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 08:00 - Apr 7 with 3231 views | Kinsey |
Where does he play golf? |  | | |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 11:07 - Apr 7 with 3157 views | DafyddHuw |
"What's your favourite colour?"
Ffs. [Post edited 7 Apr 2017 11:07]
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| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 12:13 - Apr 7 with 3122 views | GreatBritton |
Thanks for those Gylfi responses Crtz. Fairly banal stuff, but I don't require my football gods to be fascinating and articulate, just intelligent at what they do, and Gylfi is certainly that.
Also, I've been to Iceland and it's an amazing country. Had a meal with some Icelanders and they were related to both Gylfi and Eidur Gudjonson! Nice people with few pretensions. I actually think small countries breed more people like this. (Wales excepted) |  | | |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 23:21 - Apr 7 with 2968 views | crtz |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 07:20 - Apr 7 by Nirvana |
Wow that's amazing, and makes sense. Can't imagine there are many who take the time out just to learn the language for fun, no offense. It's a very small country you never hear much about. Beautiful landscapes from what I've seen though, and got a buddy who has been several times and wants to move there.
Would love to see the Aurora with my own eyes at some point but it's not likely. It's on the internet, though. Ever seen it? I would assume you have. Looks like tripping, but you still understand time as a concept, right?
Never actually met someone from there. Are you allowed to own music that isn't by Björk? Do you all live in volcanoes? Are gnomes actually real? So many questions. |
The aurora is a common occurrence outside my house. It's hard to appreciate some things you grow up with and take for granted. Aurora is one of them for me. I appreciate the beauty, and it is beautiful and interesting but it's just some green lines in the sky. I've personally never seen one like the ones on the Internet, those are truly incredible but I doubt they are 100% natural. But like I said, I grew up with them above me so take it with a grain of salt. I'm also not that big on outside activities and spiritualism.
Iceland has countless of musicians and the music culture is very active. Huge music scene, very talented musicians. Some main-stream ones are Kaleo (Way Down We Go video is performed inside a volcano), Of Monsters and Men, Ãsgeir, Aron Can, Samaris, Sigurrós, Retro Stefson, to name a few.
We don't live in volcanoes or snow houses. Gnomes are real but they are called Huldufólk (small elves/hidden people) and when the government creates roads, we try not to build over their houses or their environment.
Thanks GreatBritton! | | | |
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| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 18:13 - Apr 24 with 2747 views | Nirvana |
| Gylfi Sigurdsson answers readers questions on 23:21 - Apr 7 by crtz |
The aurora is a common occurrence outside my house. It's hard to appreciate some things you grow up with and take for granted. Aurora is one of them for me. I appreciate the beauty, and it is beautiful and interesting but it's just some green lines in the sky. I've personally never seen one like the ones on the Internet, those are truly incredible but I doubt they are 100% natural. But like I said, I grew up with them above me so take it with a grain of salt. I'm also not that big on outside activities and spiritualism.
Iceland has countless of musicians and the music culture is very active. Huge music scene, very talented musicians. Some main-stream ones are Kaleo (Way Down We Go video is performed inside a volcano), Of Monsters and Men, Ãsgeir, Aron Can, Samaris, Sigurrós, Retro Stefson, to name a few.
We don't live in volcanoes or snow houses. Gnomes are real but they are called Huldufólk (small elves/hidden people) and when the government creates roads, we try not to build over their houses or their environment.
Thanks GreatBritton! |
Thanks for the response, CR, very interesting stuff.
Hard for me to understand how anyone could take the Aurora for granted, but I didn't grow up in Iceland. Kinda depressing and glad at the same time to learn that I've seen better pictures on my phone than you have in person. But that's life. I also thought it was kind of intrinsic to being Icelandic to enjoy outdoor activities, so it's refreshing to know there's some diversity.
I was joking with the Bjork bit but thanks for the suggestions, some I know and the others I will look up.
Also depressing to know you don't live in volcanoes, as that would be badass but the "Gnomes are real" more than makes up for it. Can you explain the Huldofolk a little bit more? Sounds fascinating. | | | |
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