Kris Boyd’s surprise Ibrox penalty call
Kris Boyd is far from convinced that a penalty should have been awarded against Celtic in the Glasgow derby.
Two minutes into the second half Ryan Kent had cancelled out Daizen Maeda’s opening goal, soon afterwards the home side were again attacking down their right flank.
Carl Starfelt foolishly dived in, there was no need or benefit from it but he wasn’t close to contact with Fashion Sakala.
The Ibrox forward pushed his foot into his grounded opponent, John Beaton was close by and pointed to the penalty spot.
Watching Boyd on Sky Sports live coverage of the match, the Daily Record reports the former Kilmarnock striker saying:
I’m still not sure whether it’s a penalty or not. I think Sakala stands on Starfelt. I know he goes to ground and the rules are rules, but forget it, it’s given.
Should Celtic demand an explanation on Ibrox penalty decisions?
Yes, time for accountability and transparency
No, just teething problems, take it on the chin
Willie Collum could have over-ruled the decision, he could have suggested that Beaton looks at the pitchside monitor but the VAR opted to take no action.
Midway through the second half Celtic had what appeared to be strong claims for a penalty when Connor Goldson raised his arms to block a shot from Starfelt, this time neither official felt that it was a penalty.