Celtic’s victory over Rangers has sparked intense discussions, with one particularly contentious moment being Willie Collum’s decision to award Celtic a penalty following a foul by Mohamed Diomande on Matt O’Riley.
Despite being urged to review the incident using VAR, Collum remained resolute in his initial verdict, deeming the challenge worthy of a spot kick. The footage clearly shows Diomande making contact with O’Riley, leaving little doubt about the correctness of the penalty call.
The debate spilled over into the media, with pundits like Chris Sutton and Robbie Savage engaging in a heated discussion. Savage questioned O’Riley’s actions, insinuating a dive, much to the dismay of Sutton, who defended the referee’s decision.
The decisive penalty paved the way for Celtic to take a six-point lead in the league, putting them on the brink of clinching their third consecutive title under Brendan Rodgers. A single point against Kilmarnock in their upcoming match could solidify their championship status.
