O’Neill dismisses Battle of Britain hype

CELTIC manager Martin O’Neill is refusing to become swept up in any of the Battle of Britain hype surrounding his side’s UEFA Cup second-round clash with Blackburn.

The Irishman will be dealing with this game as with any other, though he is determined to steer the Hoops to victory.

He said: ‘‘If we win it won’t really prove anything regarding whether or not Scottish teams like Celtic and Rangers are good enough to play in the Premiership or not.

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