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Dunfermline Confirms Death of Neil Lennon’s Father as Assistants Take Charge This Weekend

The manager will return to Northern Ireland, missing the trip to Queen's Park.

Overview

  • The club issued an official statement confirming the passing of Gerry Lennon and expressed condolences to the family.
  • Neil Lennon, 54, will not attend this weekend's fixture against Queen's Park as he spends time with relatives in Northern Ireland.
  • Assistant manager Iain Brunskill and assistant coach Kevin McDonald will lead the team for the match.
  • Dunfermline have collected 22 points from 17 league matches and sit two points outside the play-off places.
  • Appointed in March, Lennon helped the Pars avoid relegation, and supporters have shared condolences on social media.