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Ex-referees slam damning Celtic VAR audio release

The Scottish FA have been criticised for their handling of a VAR decision involving Celtic.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 7, 2025

Referees label Johnston a ‘lucky boy’ as Celtic star escapes penalty in St Mirren win

Referees label Alistair Johnston a ‘lucky boy’ as Celtic star escapes penalty in St Mirren win.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 4, 2025

Rangers vs Dundee VAR incidents analysed as former ref Des Roache gives verdict

Former referee Des Roache has given his verdict on the VAR incidents during Rangers' victory over Dundee at the weekend.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 11, 2023

Andy Walker’s 'frightening' VAR claim earns furious former SFA ref verdict as 3 errors pinpointed over revelation

Des Roache didn't hold back on the claims made by the former Celtic striker and believes unnamed VAR man got it badly wrong.

Daily Record · Apr 6, 2023

Alex Iacovitti Celtic handball shows VAR is 'killing our game' declares former ref in Goldson and Considine contrast

Des Roache insists the lack of consistency is causing major problems in the Scottish Premiership.

Daily Record · Apr 2, 2023

Liel Abada Celtic dive sets former SFA ref off as he demands RED CARD for blatant cheating

The forward was booked by Nick Walsh after taking a tumble in this box during the Viaplay Cup final.

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2023

Nick Walsh Rangers vs Celtic display cemented status as Scotland's 'best referee' say ex-officials

Des Roache and Steve Conroy reckons he showed he's 'head and shoulders' above the other officials in our game. He cut a calm and composed figure during the blockbuster Old Firm showdown at the National Stadium

Glasgow Live · Feb 27, 2023

Nick Walsh League Cup final performance billed 'Champions League standard' as ex refs go weak at the knees

Nick Walsh has been called the 'No. 1 referee in Scotland' after his performance at Hampden Park on Sunday afternoon.

Daily Record · Feb 26, 2023

Celtic fans branded 'unacceptable' for 'Douglas Ross is a c***' banner by ex-referee

Former referee Des Roache has branded a banner aimed at Douglas Ross as “unacceptable”.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 14, 2023

Antonio Colak's Rangers handball 'never a penalty' as 'ideal situation' to overturn VAR highlighted

It was a game that had it all at Ibrox with drama happening throughout the 90 minutes as Rangers came out on top in a five-goal thriller to reach the Scottish Cup last eight.

Glasgow Live · Feb 14, 2023