Glasgow Celtic midfielder Neil Lennon has expressed his disappointment at having to withdraw from Northern Ireland’s international friendly against Cyprus after receiving death threats.
Lennon said: ``After close consultation with the footballing authorities and the police service of Northern Ireland I will not be participating in this evening's international game.
“I am very disappointed that my desire to play for my country, on my first opportunity to captain my team, has been taken away from me.”
A Celtic spokesperson added: “We are very disappointed to learn of the circumstances of Neil’s having to withdraw, particularly in his first game as captain of his country’s team.”