Neil Lennon, a historic figure in Celtic lore, expressed his disappointment with the team’s performance against Club Brugge in the Champions League. The Hoops struggled to a 1-1 draw under the Parkhead lights, with Cameron Carter-Vickers’ unfortunate own goal causing frustration for fans.
Despite Daizen Maeda’s spectacular goal salvaging a point, Lennon felt that Celtic missed an opportunity to secure a victory that would have all but guaranteed their place in the next round of the tournament. In his analysis on TNT Sports, Lennon acknowledged Brugge’s impressive tactics that neutralized the typically raucous Celtic Park atmosphere.
While acknowledging the talent of the opposition, Lennon emphasized the need for Celtic to capitalize on home games like these. Reflecting on Brugge’s composed performance, Lennon admitted his surprise at their ability to control the game and limit Celtic’s chances.
Ultimately, Lennon recognized the value of the point gained but stressed the importance of learning from the experience to improve in future matches. He commended Brugge for their effectiveness in frustrating Celtic and praised their quality in executing counter-attacks with precision.
