In the aftermath of the penalty controversy during the cup final, Philippe Clement has expressed his feelings towards the situation. While he believes his team was unfairly denied a chance to secure victory, he also recognizes the importance of the SFA acknowledging their mistake. The transparency and openness in addressing the issue have been appreciated by Clement and his team, as they continue to move forward.
The fallout from the penalty incident in the game between Rangers and Celtic has been ongoing, with the SFA top brass and refs chief Willie Collum providing their viewpoints. Collum admitted that VAR should have intervened and advised the match official to award the penalty to Rangers. The Ibrox club has voiced their discontent, stating that the controversy has damaged the credibility of Scottish football.
Clement commended his team for their strong performance in the match and the previous game against Tottenham. The disappointment and frustration felt by the players, staff, and fans were evident after the final whistle. The clear violation of the rules left no room for ambiguity, making it evident that a mistake had been made.
Looking ahead to their upcoming match against Dundee, Clement stressed the importance of maintaining focus and working towards securing three points. Despite the disappointment of the cup final result, he is determined to channel the team’s energy into their next game and continue their positive momentum. As they strive for success on the field, Clement is hopeful that the standards in officiating will improve with collective efforts.
