The Scottish Football Association (SFA) has reportedly disputed the Rangers’ account of a crucial meeting held to discuss the VAR decision from the recent clash, adding an intriguing twist to the already dramatic story surrounding the recent Glasgow derby. [RecordSport]
This development adds yet another level of controversy and complexity to a story that has been simmering since Celtic Park’s final whistle.
In a previous statement, the Ibrox side stated that everyone present at the discussed meeting with the SFA agreed that Alistair Johnston of Celtic should not have been called for a handball.
Additionally, they claimed that no offside was mentioned in the VAR audio from the game, which would have rendered the penalty null and void had it been awarded. The SFA is now allegedly disputing this version of events, which suggests a deeper disagreement between the two parties.
Concerns are raised concerning the meeting’s actual proceedings and outcomes as the SFA is said to be contesting the Rangers’ story. Was there a deal reached on the VAR error, as the Rangers claimed, or is there still more to the story?
Celtic is taking a break and enjoying their time away from this strange and petty outburst. What a derby loss can do to a club is absurd.
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Greg Taylor on warranted Celtic criticism, starting every game, and transfer links to left-backs
Celtic left-back scored in a 3-0 victory over St. Mirren on his 32nd season appearance for both the team and the nation.
Celtic’s left-back Greg Taylor believes his team can still do more in the second part of the thrilling Premiership campaign.
The champions’ easy 3-0 victory over St. Mirren on Tuesday gave them an eight-point advantage over the Rangers heading into the winter break. Celtic followed up their derby victory over Rangers, who trail the leaders by two games, with a commanding performance.
It was Celtic’s fourth straight win and additional evidence that they have recovered from consecutive league losses. In addition, after being laid off, Celtic saw action from both Reo Hatate and Liel Abada in Paisley. They could bolster their roster during the transfer window.
Following a significant victory, Taylor stated: “It was critical to go and demonstrate that we can succeed once more.” We are aware that when we are clicking and hitting the runs and pressing hard, we are a very tough team to stop.
“There were probably times during the games when we weren’t giving our best efforts. While we were getting some results, we weren’t quite reaching our desired goals. That point was recently reached. However, I believe the team has grown more as a whole. We’re hoping to demonstrate that in the second half of the season.
The only players who have started every game for Celtic this season are Taylor and Callum McGregor. The Scotland left-back has made 32 appearances for both club and nation. Thus, the opportunity to reset during the break will be welcomed by the former Kilmarnock player.
“I’m excited about it,” he remarked. “You are now playing three challenging games a week in order to have a steady run.
“I won’t sit here and whine about getting minutes; it’s been a lot. I adore having fun. That won’t ever alter. Playing and winning are my two goals. My desire is to assist the team in the field. I hope that feeling of joy and excitement I’ve had while playing carries over into the second half of the season.
After Celtic’s third goal against St. Mirren, Taylor covered his ears in front of the away supporters, but he acknowledged that the team deserved criticism after losing to Kilmarnock and Hearts the following two weekends.
He said, “You try to block it out as much as you can.” Of course, there has been some criticism, but as I mentioned earlier, that’s especially possible after two losses at this club. It is insufficient. At that point, we realized we had to play the remaining four games with all of our might, and we succeeded in doing so.
A number of left-backs have been connected to Celtic in the run-up to the transfer window.
“Hasn’t that always been the case? Since I signed here, it has always been the same during transfer windows, according to Taylor.
“That comes with being at a large club. There will constantly be obstacles to overcome and people clamoring to take your jersey.
“Never take your past performance as a given, and make an effort to pay attention to the manager and coaches.” That usually puts you in a favorable position.
