Police receive complaints over Neil Lennon's goal celebrations at Ibrox

Police have received complaints over Neil Lennon's conduct during Hibernian's victory over Rangers.
By The Newsroom
Published 14th Aug 2017, 17:22 BST
Updated 12th Sep 2017, 11:50 BST
Hibernian manager Neil Lennon (left) in the dugout during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match at the Ibrox Stadium, GlasgowHibernian manager Neil Lennon (left) in the dugout during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match at the Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow
Hibernian manager Neil Lennon (left) in the dugout during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match at the Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow

The complaints centre around the Hibs head coach's goal celebrations at Ibrox on Saturday.

The Northern Irishman cupped his ears and raised a fist towards the Rangers fans as he celebrated Simon Murray's goal, which made it 1-1. Hibs went on to win 3-2 after Rangers midfielder Ryan Jack was sent off following a clash with Anthony Stokes.

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A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "We have received complaints and inquiries are continuing."

Following the match, Lennon insisted he had no concerns about his celebrations after the 20th-minute goal.

When it was suggested Rangers assistant manager Helder Baptista had spoken to police about Lennon, he said: "I didn't make a gesture, I celebrated a goal.

"If they are unhappy about it they can come and tell me. But I shouldn't get into trouble for doing that.

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"I am celebrating a goal. What way are you supposed to celebrate a goal?"

Scottish Football Association compliance officer Tony McGlennan could also look into the incident.

Lennon has a two-game suspended ban hanging over him following a clash with Morton boss Jim Duffy last season. The ban would be tr

Related topics:Neil LennonRangersPoliceRyan JackJim Duffy