John Hartson gets in war of words with Sky Sports journalist after Rangers match verdict….
John Hartson has gotten into a war of words with Sky Sports journalist Mark Benstead ahead of Rangers versus Dumbarton.
The former Celtic striker issued an angry response after Benstead made a remark about Neil Lennon’s son Gallagher.
The player has joined Dumbarton on loan from St Mirren, and could make his debut for the former against the Gers
Signing Lenny’s lad ahead of facing Rangers is WWE level stuff,” Benstead wrote on X (18 January), with Hartson responding: “That’s a stupid way to look at it Mark. Gallagher Lennon needs to make his own path in the game. He has a famous dad yes but talk about putting the kid under pressure before he’s even kicked a ball. Very unfair.
Benstead replied: “It was a joke John… nothing I say puts him under any more or less pressure. I find that a very surprising take. The lad is making his own way in the game, and making a decent fist of it so far
Hartson then fired back: “You’re a Sky reporter… I don’t think it comes across as a joke. Your job is to report on the game. Not make jokes about a young lad because of who his dad is.”
The upcoming Scottish Cup fourth round clash between Dumbarton and Rangers on Saturday (20 January) is a huge opportunity for Lennon to showcase his talent.
