Friendly round-up
by Richard Field, 18 July 2008
Claus Lundekvam’s testimonial ended in defeat as Celtic beat Southampton 2-0 at St Mary’s.
The SPL champions led in the 25th minute through Chris Killen’s strike and a 66th minute penalty converted by Barry Robson made sure Celtic boss Gordon Strachan was a winner on his return to the South Coast club.
Portsmouth beat Swindon 3-1 as they came from behind with goals from Hermann Hreidarsson, Jermain Defoe and Danijel Subotic, as Harry Redknapp made three changes to the side that drew 1-1 at Exeter in midweek.
The League One side led through a first half penalty from Simon Cox.
Middlesbrough opened their pre-season schedule with a 2-2 draw at York City, while Kidderminster against Plymouth finished in the same scoreline.