Stokes relishing Hearts clash

10 September 2010 08:00
Anthony Stokes is hoping for a goalscoring debut for Celtic against old foes Hearts at Parkhead. The former Hibernian striker struck twice against the Gorgie men last season to help him become the Easter Road club's top scorer and earn a move to Parkhead.

He scored in a 1-1 home draw and a penalty in a 2-1 defeat to their Edinburgh rivals at the same venue later in the season. The 22-year-old striker, speaking on Thursday at Celtic Park where he was publicising the extension of a partnership between the club and coach company Citylink, is looking for another goal against the Tynecastle men if he is given his first opportunity in a Hoops shirt by boss Neil Lennon.

He said: "The Hearts games were brilliant, there was always a great atmosphere and the lads were well up for it. I've been lucky enough to score a few goals against them so hopefully I can get a few more. "I don't think I'm going to get a good reception (from the Hearts fans) but that's part and parcel of football."

Source: PA