Neil Francis Lennon (born 25 June 1971) is a Northern Irish football coach and former player who is the manager of Scottish Premiership club Celtic. During his playing career he represented English clubs Manchester City, Crewe Alexandra and Leicester City.
Lennon moved to Scottish club Celtic in 2000, where he made over 200 appearances and was appointed captain in 2005. Before retiring as a player, he returned to England and played for Nottingham Forest and Wycombe Wanderers. Lennon made 40 appearances for Northern Ireland in nine years, scoring two goals. Lennon was appointed manager of Celtic in March 2010, initially in a caretaker capacity after the departure of Tony Mowbray.
Neil Lennon to be replaced immediately as boss.What else would you expect after a defeat to St Mirren which for many Hoops supporters was the last straw.William Hutchison, Aberdeen, said: "I was always hopeful Celtic could claw back the points but after Saturday's defeat I have to admit the title is now for Rangers.
We will always have the 12 trophies in four years which is a great achievement but as Frank Sinatra says, 'Now the end is near, and so I face the final curtain.' I hate to say it as Celtic fan but even I can't see a way back."Eddie Easson, Ballingry, said: "Neil Lennon stated he was personally let down by the players.
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