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    Joey Barton SENT OFF by Bobby Madden as ex-Celtic star Scott Brown reunion ends with ex-SPFL ace’s 99th minute equaliser

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    JOEY BARTON was SENT OFF in the dying minutes as he renewed acquaintances with former Old Firm rival Scott Brown.The Bristol Rovers boss was given his marching orders by Scottish referee Bobby Madden in the 89th minute of their hotly-contested League One tussle with Brown’s Fleetwood Town.
    Joey Barton returns to the field to clap off the fans
    Shaun Rooney celebratesCredit: Rex
    But it only gave the one-time Rangers star a view from the stands as former St Johnstone star Shaun Rooney grabbed an equaliser for Brown’s Fleetwood in the 99TH MINUTE as these two sides fought out a 2-2 draw.
    The ex Celtic man and one-time Rangers midfielder famously locked horns in a 5-1 Celtic win at Parkhead.
    Barton – an ex-Fleetwood manager himself – and Brown had both shrugged off their shared backstory pre-match as they insisted that episode was firmly in the past.
    But there was no shortage of drama as these two mid-table sides fought out a four-goal thriller.
    Ex St Johnstone man Rooney – a double cup winner during his time in Perth – fired the visitors into the lead in the 23rd minute before Josh Coburn levelled things for a Rovers side who featured another ex-Hoops man in Scott Sinclair.
    Aaron Collins then gave the home side the lead 10 minutes before the end of regulation.
    But there was plenty more drama in store as Barton was sent to the stands in the 89th minute by Madden.
    He overdid it when complaining about a challenge by Fleetwood midfielder Josh Vela on Rovers sub Luca Hoole – and the Scot gave him his marching orders.
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    The home fans didn’t like it, with some aiming chants of ‘cheat’ at the Scottish whistler.
    But it was Brown and assistant boss Steven Whittaker who got the last laugh when Rooney bagged his second of the game and Fleetwood’s equaliser in the NINTH minute of stoppage time.
    He nodded in a cross from Danny Andrew at the death to nick a share of the spoils for Broony’s men.
    Barton didn’t do press afterwards, with assistant Andy Mangan saying: “That second half performance was our best display of the season. 
    “The lads are gutted not to win, and the draw feels like a defeat, but there were so many positives to take from today.”
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      Celtic’s clashes vs St Mirren and Aberdeen DELAYED after ‘stupid’ Bolingoli breaks Covid rules for secret Spain trip

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      CELTIC’s next two games have been POSTPONED after defender Boli Bolingoli travelled to coronavirus-hit Spain without the club’s knowledge.
      The Scottish Premiership games against St Mirren on Wednesday night and Saturday’s home game against Aberdeen will be delayed.

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      Celtic star Boli Bolingoli could have put the whole of Scottish football at risk of Covid-19Credit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow
      Following Bolingoli’s Spain trip, Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said that “we shouldn’t expect to see Celtic or Aberdeen play over the course of the coming week.”
      And a further statement from the government confirmed that their next two games will not take place on the scheduled dates.
      Sturgeon said at a press conference: “I don’t want the season to be in jeopardy.
      “I don’t want people who are not responsible for this to pay the price but we have to be very clear that this situation is not acceptable.

      “We’ll set out the conclusion of the talks later today but as a minimum, you should not expect to see Aberdeen or Celtic play over the course of the coming week.
      “By putting this is as clearly as I can in language that the football world will understand, consider today the yellow card.
      “The next time it will be the red card because you will leave us with absolutely no choice.”
      There have now been TWO breaches just weeks into the new season.

      Bolingoli’s actions come just a week after two Aberdeen stars tested positive for the virus.
      Six others were forced to quarantine for 14 days after visiting a pub after the Dons game against Rangers.
      Aberdeen’s game against Hamilton tomorrow is also off.
      Celtic say it is ‘difficult to imagine a more irresponsible action’ after Bolingoli travelled abroad.
      The Hoops are livid with the full-back after he failed to inform them of his trip before failing to quarantine upon his return to Glasgow.
      Bolingoli has apologised for his actions and the club say they will now apologise to every SPFL club and say the player will be disciplined.

      It is difficult to imagine a more irresponsible action in current circumstances and we find it beyond explanation
      Celtic Spokesperson

      A statement read: “Celtic Football Club unreservedly condemns and apologises for the behaviour of the player Boli Bolingoli in travelling to Spain without informing the club and in failing to observe quarantine restrictions.
      “It is difficult to imagine a more irresponsible action in current circumstances and we find it beyond explanation.
      “The club will take immediate action through our own disciplinary procedures.
      “Celtic are in touch with every SPFL club today, and with all relevant authorities, to apologise for the fact that one of our employees has created so much additional difficulty through his actions.
      “All of our playing and backroom staff have been tested twice for Covid-19 since this incident and all, including the player in question, have tested negative.
      “While this comes as a relief to all concerned, it in no way diminishes the seriousness or stupidity of the player’s actions.
      “Since the Covid -19 crisis began, we have had a safe and healthy squad of players, recording not one positive test.
      “As a club, we have worked tirelessly to ensure a sustained, safe environment for all.
      “We have led the way in working with the football authorities and Scottish Government to establish the most rigorous, effective protocols and working practices, which ultimately led to the resumption of football.
      “We could have done no more in this area.
      “It is a matter of the deepest regret to us that the behaviour of one individual has jeopardised that reputation and reflected discredit on football more generally.”
      The Scottish FA also put out a statement through their Joint Response Group.
      It read: While the decision to postpone these games is deeply regrettable nevertheless in the circumstances it is unavoidable and uncontestable.
      “The JRG members were astounded to learn of the recklessness demonstrated by Boli Bolingoli-Mbombo in his breach of government public health guidance and football protocols.

      “We echo the sentiments of Celtic FC in their condemnatory statement and commend the club’s swiftness in opening a disciplinary investigation.
      “That this comes on the back of eight Aberdeen players showing similar disregard for public health is disrespectful not just to every football team-mate, fellow player and colleague but also to every fan in this country.
      “It is also hugely damaging to the image, reputation and sustainability of the game

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      Nicola Sturgeon could even decide to suspend Scottish football after the Celtic star’s foolishnessCredit: AFP

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      Unsurprisingly, Celtic have slammed the actions of their Belgian footballerCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow

      Furious first minister Nicola Sturgeon slams eight Aberdeen stars for ‘blatantly breaking rules’ and says they risk Scottish football’s return More