Even though Chris Sutton was not physically present at Ibrox, the Celtic legend was still very much engaged in monitoring the proceedings between Rangers and Hibs. Enjoying a well-deserved day off following Celtic’s impressive 6-0 victory over St Johnstone, the former striker’s absence was filled by former Hibs boss Jack Ross on Sky Sports coverage. Despite not being on-screen, Sutton made his influence felt by incessantly messaging Kris Boyd, questioning why Rangers were not playing a man down.
The tension arose when John Souttar’s arm was used to block a shot, resulting in a VAR penalty being awarded to the visitors. Although Rangers failed to capitalize on the spot-kick opportunity, Sutton felt strongly that Souttar should have seen red for denying an obvious goal-scoring opportunity. Boyd shared details of the banter between him and Sutton, with the exchanges illustrating Sutton’s disbelief and vocal disagreement with the referee’s decision.
Barbour, the presenter, couldn’t help but laugh at the ongoing conversation, pointing out the amusing scenario where Sutton and Boyd were debating the referee’s calls despite not even being in the same vicinity. The behind-the-scenes banter added an extra layer of entertainment to the live coverage, showcasing the camaraderie and competitiveness between Sutton and Boyd, even when they were physically apart. Their lively interaction served as a playful reminder of Sutton’s passionate love for the game and his unwavering commitment to scrutinizing every detail, regardless of his physical location.
