SFA Rules Disallowed Goal Should Stand

The SFA's Key Match Incident panel has concluded that a disallowed goal for Motherwell against Rangers should have been allowed, as referee Kevin Clancy's decision to award a foul on goalkeeper Jack Butland was deemed incorrect. The panel voted 3-2 in favor of the view that VAR should have intervened to recommend an on-field review, allowing the goal which would have put Motherwell 3-1 ahead. Manager Stuart Kettlewell expressed his frustration over the decision, arguing it reflected an over-protection of goalkeepers and highlighted inconsistencies in officiating. Additionally, the panel criticized another recent VAR decision regarding a penalty awarded to Hearts, asserting that the initial foul should have stood. This incident follows a contentious match where Rangers managed to equalize with a late goal from Hamza Igamane, resulting in a 2-2 draw. Overall, the match was marked by several controversial officiating decisions that have drawn scrutiny from both teams.