Neil Lennon explains that Celtic fans no longer engage in the activities that were prevalent during his playing career on Champions League evenings.

Neil Lennon explains that Celtic fans no longer engage in the activities that were prevalent during his playing career on Champions League evenings.

 

 

 

Neil Lennon has contributed to numerous memorable Champions League matches for Celtic. Regardless of whether it is in the Celtic Park dugout or on the surface as a player. In all likelihood, the renowned match against Barcelona is the most notable.

 

 

 

On that particular evening, the supporters likely made a commotion that had never been heard inside Glasgow, particularly when Tony Watt scored. However, how does this compare to the present day? Obviously, the victory over Barcelona occurred nearly a decade after Lennon had departed Celtic and returned as the manager. Also, he believes that the Celtic atmosphere and the opposition have undergone a significant transformation.

 

 

 

 

Neil Lennon has stated that the atmosphere at Celtic Park has altered on Champions League evenings. Lennon is likely one of the most knowledgeable individuals on this subject, as he has personally encountered it as a player, manager, and now as a fan while serving as a pundit. However, the renowned midfielder believes that the opposition lacks the same level of intimidation as they did during his playing career.

 

 

 

 

Lennon was recalling some of his European evenings during an interview with Open Goal, and he mentioned how the supporters would provide assistance because it would “really inspire” him.Lennon reflected on his Champions League experiences at Celtic, stating, “The Champions League nights are special because of the fans, and Celtic has a heritage dating back to 1967.”

 

 

 

 

“History is perpetually present.” Two, the spectators have been depriving themselves of high-profile football for the past 10-15 years. Yet they were ravenous. Consequently, we exited the stadium that evening (against Juventus in 2001) amid the decibel levels. It serves to elevate one’s status. I believe that it served as a significant source of intimidation for the opposition during that period.

 

 

 

 

Although it may not be as significant as it once was, it continues to motivate Celtic players. “The atmosphere remains exceptional even after 25 years.” You are truly motivated by it. Lionel Messi’s assessment of Celtic’s ambiance Lionel Messi was one of the greatest players to have ever played for Barcelona on that famous night. Despite the fact

 

 

 

 

that Messi would have witnessed it all during his career, his words regarding Scotland’s most successful club are a precious moment for the supporters. Messi’s assessment of Celtic’s atmosphere as “the best in Europe” was published on the club’s official website in 2020.Messi stated, “The games against Celtic were special, and I want to remember them.” “Celtic Park is a challenging location to visit.”

 

 

 

 

It is never a simple task to achieve a result in that location. We are aware that we would face a challenging matchup if we were to draw them in the Champions League; however, all parties involved in the Barcelona v Celtic games are eager to return and play there once more. “It is the most exceptional atmosphere in Europe, and we all aspire to relive it.”