Europe continues to punish Neil Lennon and Celtic. The Scottish champions threatened a comeback from 2-0 down against Milan but it is deflation, not rousing rescue acts, that characterises their season in the Europa League and
Champions League so far.
When the Milan substitute Jens Petter Hauge broke through in the 92nd minute all hope of a Celtic recovery went with him. The young Norwegian, who scored against the Rossoneri in the qualifying rounds for Bodø/Glimt, beat Vasilis Barkas with a convincing finish that added a touch of flattery to the final scoreline. But there was no disputing that superior quality ultimately told.