Celtic's Aleksandar Tonev given seven-game ban for racist abuse Celtic winger Aleksandar Tonev has been banned for seven matches for racially abusing Aberdeen defender Shay Logan. The 24-year-old was charged following an incident with Englishman Logan during a Scottish Premiership match in September. The Bulgaria international is on loan from Premier League side Aston Villa. Celtic say they will appeal against the punishment, saying the Bulgarian is "not a racist" and the club "absolutely abhors racism of any kind". Tonev joined the Scottish champions in August and has featured in eight matches, making just three starts.
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