Lennon blocks out the boo boys

CELTIC star Neil Lennon yesterday expressed his fondness for Tynecastle despite suffering a torrent of abuse.

Manager Martin O'Neill accused the Hearts fans of racist abuse towards the Parkhead midfielder on Sunday. Lennon is disappointed that "nothing" has been done to rid the Scottish game of bigots, but he hopes the Edinburgh club do continue to play at Gorgie Road in the future.

He said: "I actually enjoy playing at Tynecastle because it's such a tight ground and generates an atmosphere. I heard the manager speaking about it after the game but to be honest I don't think it's for me to comment.