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Mario Balotelli verdict and four-match ban lack stamp of fairness | David Lacey

The Manchester City striker's studs made contact with Scott Parker's head but questions remain about the role of the referee and the standard of proofSome players are more tiresome than others. There is Joey Barton with his bitter tweets and Andrey Ars...

Neil Lennon says Celtic missed James Forrest in win over Dundee United

• Scotland player fails to shrug off virus• Celtic manager laments lack of natural wingerNeil Lennon said Celtic had missed James Forrest, despite recording a win that returned them to the top of the Scottish Premier League.The Scotland winger has ...

Neil Lennon warns that Rangers must not be written off after defeat

• 'Rangers have a great mentality, so we have to be wary'• Celtic manager talks up Rangers after Old Firm matchSuggestions that Wednesday night's Old Firm defeat will prove a fatal blow to Rangers' hopes of successfully defending their SPL title ha...

Celtic can knock Rangers off top spot in pivotal Old Firm clash

Last month, Rangers held a 15-point lead over Celtic but could fall behind their Old Firm rivals if they lose at Celtic ParkThe phrase "nine in a row" is one of precious few which has special connotations for supporters of both Celtic and Rangers. Each...

Run of form fuels Celtic confidence for Old Firm game says Neil Lennon

• Eight league wins in a row leave rivals just one point in front• Lee McCulloch can play for Rangers after red card appealThe Celtic manager, Neil Lennon, praised his team's character after watching further confirmation of their revival in the win...

Neil Lennon and Celtic return to Tannadice with ref rage under control

Celtic's trip to Dundee United 14 months ago sparked a refereeing crisis in Scotland but calm has now been restoredNeil Lennon says he no longer gives the events of 17 October 2010 a moment's thought. Any Celtic visit to Tannadice, though, conjures up ...

Celtic’s Neil Lennon: I considered quitting during Kilmarnock game

• Neil Lennon cheered by Celtic revival since Kilmarnock match• 'I was starting to worry, is this a reflection of me?'Neil Lennon has admitted he considered resigning with his team 3-0 down at Kilmarnock only six weeks ago.Celtic rallied to claim a...

Celtic’s Scott Brown happy to sign a new contract, says Neil Lennon

• Lennon: 'He has told me he wants to stay'• 'It has dragged its heels a bit,' says managerNeil Lennon is confident that Scott Brown will stay at Celtic, despite the club captain being free to negotiate a new deal with other teams.Brown has agreed ...

Celtic’s Neil Lennon rues early kick-off against Atlético Madrid

• Crucial Europa League tie to start at 6pm for TV coverage• 'It's a shame the game is so early,' says LennonNeil Lennon fears that the atmosphere for Atlético Madrid's visit to Celtic Park could be blunted by an early kick-off.Television coverage...

Scotland banish Barry Bannan until Aston Villa situation is resolved

• Craig Levein will not select midfielder during club inquiry • Huddersfield's Jordan Rhodes fast-tracked into senior squadThe Scotland manager, Craig Levein, will omit Barry Bannan from his squad for the friendly in Cyprus, with the Aston Villa mi...

Rangers’ off-field problems may offer Celtic’s Neil Lennon a lifeline

• Rangers tax bill may mean administration and 10-point penalty• Manager says too many Celtic players 'riding on others' backs'Rangers could yet lighten Neil Lennon's predicament. Celtic's manager watched his team fall 12 points behind their title ...

Celtic’s Neil Lennon not distracted by Rangers’ tax tribunal concerns

• Rangers face points loss if they lose HMRC tribunal• Celtic face Hibs as they try to make up 10-point deficit to rivalsNeil Lennon has refused to contemplate potential benefits for his Celtic team if Rangers slide into administration.It has been ...