Daizen Maeda, the talented Celtic winger, was left frustrated after a controversial call during the first half of the match against Motherwell at Fir Park. Maeda had a goal disallowed and a strong penalty appeal turned down despite what seemed like a clear foul in the box.
Commentators Michael Stewart and Marvin Bartley both expressed their disbelief at the decision, suggesting that Maeda should have been awarded a penalty after being brought down by a clumsy challenge from a Motherwell defender. The incident led to confusion on the pitch, with the Celtic players initially celebrating before realizing the goal had been disallowed.
Despite a VAR review, no penalty was given, leaving Maeda and his teammates feeling hard done by. Stewart described the collision as a clear foul and penalty, while Bartley echoed the sentiment, questioning why VAR did not intervene in such a blatant foul.
Overall, it was a frustrating moment for Maeda and Celtic, who were denied what appeared to be a legitimate penalty claim at a crucial point in the game.
