The Glasgow Derby always manages to stir up controversy and make headlines long after the final whistle blows, and this latest match was no exception. Celtic fans were elated after beating Rangers and moving closer to the title, but former Rangers striker Kenny Miller was furious. He not only disagreed with the result but also took issue with the red card given to John Lundstram for his dangerous challenge on Alistair Johnston.
Even Graeme Souness seemed annoyed by the decision, a sentiment shared by former SFA Grade 1 referee Steve Conroy. Conroy was quick to criticize Miller’s defense of the tackle, labeling it as one of the worst he had seen in a long time. He emphasized that the challenge was reckless and could have caused a serious injury, making it a clear red card offense in his eyes.
Despite Miller’s attempts to backtrack on his comments, Conroy stood firm in his belief that the red card was justified. He highlighted that even after multiple replays, referee Willie Collum made the correct decision to upgrade the yellow card to a red. In Conroy’s eyes, there was no doubt that Lundstram deserved to be sent off, and he remained steadfast in his opinion despite attempts to sway him otherwise.
