Bhoys not going on Spanish holiday

Neil Lennon has stressed his Celtic side are not in Barcelona “for a holiday” after they landed in the Catalan capital yesterday ahead of tonight’s Champions League clash at the Nou Camp.

The Parkhead men trail their star-studded hosts at the top of Group G by two points after two games but few expect an away win, even though Barca coach Tito Vilanova has something of a defensive crisis with Daniel Alves, Carles Puyol, Gerard Pique and Eric Abidal all expected to be missing.

The Hoops boss acknowledged the magnitude of the task but is keen to ensure his players go into the game in the right frame of mind. It is exciting times for the players, club and supporters,” he said.

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