Neil Lennon has been in touch with Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou amid their exciting week of action.
The former Hoops and current Omonia Nicosia boss messaged the Australian prior to Celtic romping to a 4-0 success over Rangers on Saturday. After opening up a five-point lead at the top of the Premiership, Postecoglou's side now begin their Champions League group stage campaign with a huge home test versus holders Real Madrid.
Speaking on talkSPORT, Lennon has told the Parkhead gaffer to relish such matches. The former midfielder has won derby matches before and previously guided Celtic to their famous 2-1 win over Real's La Liga rivals Barcelona in 2012. He said: "It's an amazing feeling. You are going up against the best teams, you are going up against the best coaches. Ange has earned the right off the back of what he did last season.
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"With the league and getting qualification for the Champions League, it is s fantastic for him to develop as a coach. I just sent him a message before the weekend.
"It was just wishing him all the best and to enjoy it. It's a huge week for Celtic beating Rangers and they've got this huge game coming as well. It doesn't get much better than that for a Celtic manager or players.
"You want to enjoy it, but you also want to compete and give the team the best opportunity and preparation for the game."
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