Just seen Lawwell and Lennon over at Ibrox laying a wreath for Fernando.
Lawwell and Lennon pay respects at Ibrox to Fernando
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SuperGers07
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StaunchEnclosure
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The way it should be.
Credit to Celtic here as its by no means something they had to do
Credit to Celtic here as its by no means something they had to do
Jimmy Jazz
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Lennon seems genuinely cut up about Fernando's passing. I'm sure a lot of our and their players stayed quite near to each other around the early 2000's.
Pretty sure Fernando gave Alan Thomson a few late nights.
Sevenoaks Loyal
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A pair of cunts , but fair play to them in this instance.
Jimmy Jazz
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I think Ronald de Boer stayed directly over the road from Thomson.
And vice versa, ask the postman.
Renfrew@UKGB&NI
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Fair play. I know some will say %^*& them. I for one appreciate the gesture much as Fernando's nearest and dearest will and they're the ones who really matter here.
Al Needham Loyal
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Good.
There's football and professional rivalry, but at the end of the day there are far more important things in life, and credit where it's due.
There's football and professional rivalry, but at the end of the day there are far more important things in life, and credit where it's due.
barrheadbear
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Not much you can say other than a respectful Thank You.
Danger Zone
Just the tip...
I found it difficult to read the other thread on Lennon when people descended into the usual rivalry and insults, but these moments really aren’t the time for that. Forget about what we all know about Lennon for a day, the fact is his comments were very respectful and to my ear, sounded very heart felt.
But remember he competed against Fernando directly, when you’re a relatively young man and you see that happen to another man you were a up and close to on a professional level, that’s surely got to affect you, and it certainly sounded like it affected Lennon.
People need to leave all the other shite at the door for a day, as someone else said, they didn’t have to do this but they did it, and it’s a nice mark of respect for a man who deserved it. These are instances where both clubs generally always do the right thing.
Brown Bear
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Our greatest rivals, both detest each other, but can show human decency when required. Shame we can’t say the same about the media.
Craigie
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He did sound absolutely gutted on Wednesday night in fairness.
A fine gesture by Celtic that will be appreciated by Fernando's family and all at Rangers.
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Our board deserve a little credit.
As much as I'd love us to get down and dirty in the PR war, our decorum and standards have reigned in the filth, if not their media pals.
A return to a mutual respect is welcome.
As much as I'd love us to get down and dirty in the PR war, our decorum and standards have reigned in the filth, if not their media pals.
A return to a mutual respect is welcome.
Ranovertheborder
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Well done to both of them
dublinbluenose
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He did and him and Thomson played tennis against each other regularly
david1982
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Indeed. Fernando I'm sure lived near Alan thompson.
Very well said Sir.
IndianaRanger
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Well done to all. It’s only a game at the end of the day
Calico Jack
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That was good to see, for today thank you Neil and Peter.
Respect to you both for that.
Respect to you both for that.
a_weir
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I might be chatting shit or just fabricating this in my mind right now but a small part of me says they used to drink together?
Gringo
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Lennon has spoken well of Fernando in the past, long before his illness, they had a bit of a rapport.
Jimmy Jazz
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I don't know for sure either but it's certainly probable.
Nice touch by the club, and lennon does seem to have taken Fernando's passing pretty hard.
Rangerista
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Thank you to both, respect as it should be.
Carson no1
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Britannia89
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Lovely gesture, respect.
Respect and credit where respect and credit are due,well done both of them
eyalluvitt
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Lennon and Fernando were both gladiators on the biggest stage/goldfish bowl imaginable. A sporting mutual respect must be forged regardless of colour , creed or religion.
Carson no1
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Nice touch from them
rangers for life
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Respectful gesture,its all about honoring and paying respects to Fernando.I for one applaud them for doing it.
Jaws II
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It’s good to see this happening and as much as I want them gubbed on the pitch every time, I hate some of the crap of the pitch and would prefer there was less aggression and hatred.
Fernando’s death as much as it is beyond awful has brought out the decency amongst football fans. Even if one fan acts like a nasty bastard on social media, remember how many have behaved with decency.
Fernando’s death as much as it is beyond awful has brought out the decency amongst football fans. Even if one fan acts like a nasty bastard on social media, remember how many have behaved with decency.
When greats from both sides passed away, the likes of Baxter, Johnstone, Jardine and McNeill, it was really obvious the professional respect and warmth the players from the other side had for them.
There are countless things I despise about the 2 individuals involved here, but I am convinced Lennon's words about the tragic passing of Fernando Ricksen were genuine, and I think all decent Rangers fans appreciate the gesture being made here.
There are countless things I despise about the 2 individuals involved here, but I am convinced Lennon's words about the tragic passing of Fernando Ricksen were genuine, and I think all decent Rangers fans appreciate the gesture being made here.
Brennan Huff
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Very nice touch...
Pity about the moron trying to cause friction by claiming something was thrown at Lennon at the 45 second mark & also claiming that abuse was shouted.
The majority of Celtic fans have been respectful but you're always going to get idiots like that in any support.
Pity about the moron trying to cause friction by claiming something was thrown at Lennon at the 45 second mark & also claiming that abuse was shouted.
The majority of Celtic fans have been respectful but you're always going to get idiots like that in any support.
Far too much water under the bridge to change most bears views on these two but this, along with the press conference comments, was a great gesture brought about by a real tragedy. I’m sure it means a lot to the Ricksens.
scottishcampbell
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You can see its upset Lennon, great to see all coming together for Fernando, shows the stature of the man
There’s football, then there’s life.
Some fail to separate them.
Lennon and Lawell both spoke very very well about Fernando, Lennon seemed to be genuinely upset about it. 2 great rivals who I’m sure had a lot of respect for each other.
Well done to Lennon, Lawell, Celtic & in fact a lot of Scottish clubs for their condolences. Pretty sure I saw a tweet from Stoke City as well
Some fail to separate them.
Lennon and Lawell both spoke very very well about Fernando, Lennon seemed to be genuinely upset about it. 2 great rivals who I’m sure had a lot of respect for each other.
Well done to Lennon, Lawell, Celtic & in fact a lot of Scottish clubs for their condolences. Pretty sure I saw a tweet from Stoke City as well
bert
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Lennon did actually look upset laying the wrath - from what ive heard he knew him better than alot. Guys lost a friend he deserve immense respect for this gesture.
insanicdrunk
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He didnt need to say as much as he did about Fernando in the press conference. They didnt need to come and lay a wreath.
Well played to them and was good to hear them applauded.
Well played to them and was good to hear them applauded.
