Fog of stress begins to lift from Lennon

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A line has hopefully been drawn under the stress Neil Lennon has lived under during the last two years with the conviction of two men found guilty of sending bombs in the post.  In a statement, Neil said: This has been a very stressful and difficult time for myself and my family and clearly I am glad that it is over”, before adding, “I will forever be thankful to the Police for the way in which they have handled this matter.”

Celtic chief executive, Peter Lawwell, added: “No one could imagine the pressure [Neil Lennon] has been under during the past two years.  He has coped with this particular episode, last year’s assault and the, at times, seemingly unrelenting attacks from many quarters.

“In my opinion, no-one in Scottish footballing history has had to contend with this level of pressure whilst trying to do their job.  Neil Lennon is someone who has shown tremendous character and resilience, and we will continue to support Neil in any way we can.”

This month has been made all the more difficult for Neil Lennon by the sudden death of Paul McBride, also a target of the bombing campaign.  Neil Lennon said, “Finally, I would like to mention my good friend Paul McBride.   His sad passing remains very raw to those close to him, we continue to miss him dearly and my thoughts remain very much with Paul’s family.”

The SFA have written to Neil Lennon three times since the start of the trial earlier this month to capitalise on perceived transgressions by the Celtic manager while yesterday a former referee used his newspaper column to undermine Neil’s position at Celtic.

These people really do need to get a grip.

Within minutes of the verdict being announced yesterday news of Stilian Petrov’s serious illness was made public.  Stilian will received the very best medical attention and all our prayers.

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  1. Bhoys, I had a run in on the tube today. Took my bhoy to buy some new clothes and got the underground on the way back. Guy was spouting about how the blacks had undermined his position and took the post he was after. Foul, abusive language. So i challenged him. “Sorry mate.” he says then ten seconds later he’s at it again. Told him that he should be ashamed but he just sneered.

     

    Wonder what team he supports?

  2. long haired yins man on

    Folks, please, please religion is in the soul. It can be Christian, Rabbi, Mula or Pope etc. Tell me, what’s that got to do with the ethos that’s CFC?

  3. Mic

     

    On that good news i will kindly say goodnight to one and all.

     

    And look forward to a great game today.

     

    Cannae wait.

     

    HH.

     

    Especially you tonight TR.

  4. Art of War

     

    It initial offended me when Keeping said it…but it is more of a reflection back on him and the msm trying to defend themselves in the glare of the light cast on them by the new media and some exceptions in the msm.

     

    Going for a beer sounds a solid idea.

     

    When you look at the alternative options you could only be a Celtic support fan that is if God hadn’t blessed you with already by making you born one

  5. Green Oak Tree on

    long haired yins man on 1 April, 2012 at 00:53 said:

     

    Folks, please, please religion is in the soul. It can be Christian, Rabbi, Mula or Pope etc. Tell me, what’s that got to do with the ethos that’s CFC?

     

     

     

    Eh….

  6. Celticbhoy on 1 April, 2012 at 00:54 said:

     

     

    We need to meet for a beer soon!

     

    HH

  7. fanadpatriot on 1 April, 2012 at 00:56 said:

     

     

    Art of war 00.52.

     

    Could you give us a clue,even a hint,Slan

     

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    Sorry i’

  8. long haired yins man on

    Green Oak Tree earlier , family here tonight so I stay schtum on ”religion” topic. CQN is very much a comfort.

  9. philvisreturns on

    mic1888 says no to newco no to o*d f***m –

     

     

    I hear a rival bid from Sheik Itlikeapolaroidpicture is being prepared by the Dubai-based OutKast consortium. (thumbsup)

  10. I have a spare ticket for St Johnstone game today. Lisbon Lions Stand, upper tier, 2nd row back.

  11. long haired yins man on

    Does e/one think that the £6/7 million for Hooper will ever be offered again?

  12. philvisreturns on

    long haired yins man – Folks, please, please religion is in the soul. It can be Christian, Rabbi, Mula or Pope etc. Tell me, what’s that got to do with the ethos that’s CFC?

     

     

    Celtic Football Club was founded by an Irish Marist Brother and based on the principle of Christian charity. In that same generous spirit of Christian charity, it is a club “open to all”, regardless of creed or class or colour. (thumbsup)

  13. mic1888 says no to newco no to o*d f***m on

    philvisreturns on 1 April, 2012 at 01:05 said

     

     

    or sheik mataja….lol

  14. Art of War

     

    l could be persuaded to have a beer or two after the next home game when we get the League awarded.

     

    I am sure someone on here will get something organised near the time.

     

    Cheers.

  15. The tall tree that is glasgow rangers will not be prepared for its bonsai years.

     

     

    pigalle WhoWatchedWayTooManyOfThemOldKungFuProgrammesCSC

  16. philvisreturns on

    mic1888 says no to newco no to o*d f***m – or sheik mataja….lol

     

     

    When one gets to a certain age it doesn’t matter how much one does sheikh mataja. (thumbsup)

  17. Sixteen roads to Golgotha on

    long haired yins man on 1 April, 2012 at 01:08 said:

     

     

    It sure will,on the condition that Southampton are promoted to the EPL.

     

     

    You can quote me on that.

  18. OG Rafferty

     

     

    Thanks, just thanks.

     

     

    If only Mr Thomson could rope the refs into it….ah well ye can’t

     

    have everything I suppose…….

     

     

    pigalle

  19. Green Oak Tree on

    long haired yins man on 1 April, 2012 at 01:04 said:

     

    Green Oak Tree earlier , family here tonight so I stay schtum on ”religion” topic. CQN is very much a comfort.

     

     

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    Re ”religion” topic

     

     

    Can you advise what topic you refer to

  20. Sixteen roads to Golgotha on

    I will always maintain that Hooper’s goal,in the first derby game of the season at Skiprat Stadium,was one of the most clinical finishes that I have ever seen in my life.(despite the result)

  21. Sixteen roads to Golgotha on

    Tell ye another thing as well – POTY? Tony Stokes or Scott Brown – I can’t decide.

     

     

    Stokesy lifted the side up by the scruff of the neck,and lead them on to a few pivotal victories,when we were struggling bad…and when Scott Brown was out injured – Since our captain returned,he himself has been immense…powerful footballer he is.

     

     

    The £4.5million that we paid for him is looking like a steal,a real bargain.

     

     

    Not only should we celebrate our magnificent leader,but we should also celebrate our gallant footballers,whom have taken the club to the brink of title success.

     

     

    GLASGOW CELTIC CHAMPIONS oOoOoOoooOooh..!

  22. Sixteen roads to Golgotha on

    This is just the beginning,as Lenny himself once said.

     

     

    Next stop European Champion’s League.

     

     

    Over & out.

  23. mic1888 says no to newco no to o*d f***m on

    TinyTim on 1 April, 2012 at 01:18 said:

     

     

    You on KDS TT? (just now)

  24. philvisreturns on

    Sixteen roads to Golgotha – GLASGOW CELTIC CHAMPIONS oOoOoOoooOooh..!

     

     

    Subbuteo’s lawyers limber up… (thumbsup)

  25. Sixteen roads to Golgotha on

    philvisreturns on 1 April, 2012 at 01:44 said:

     

     

    Hahahaha! Very good! Can’t see anybody gettin’ sued though,as i think Subbuteo theme was Oi! Oi! Oi! Oi!

     

     

    Could be wrong,probably am.

     

     

    Anyway,thinking ahead i am – title after title,CL football,year in,year out.

     

     

    Dining at the top table,so to speak,and Lenny cementing his place in Celtic folklore.

     

     

    Good times.