VAR stole the spotlight this week as Celtic felt the wrath of the refereeing technology at Ibrox. While the controversial Fabio Silva decision added fuel to the fire, it appears that Celtic isn’t the only team suffering from contentious calls.

Aberdeen joined the VAR woes when a spectacular Bojan Miovski goal was disallowed for offside against Motherwell. The incident left The Dons fuming, leading them to criticize the “not suitable for purpose” Scottish VAR, particularly after the Hawkeye system faltered in the Livingston match.

The frustration echoed across the football community, with BBC pundit Michael Stewart denouncing VAR as an “embarrassment” following the Glasgow Derby debacle. Stewart, after witnessing the Aberdeen incident, took to social media to express his dismay, hinting at the potential downfall of VAR in Scotland.

The flawed implementation of VAR in Scotland has raised significant concerns among fans and pundits alike. The inconsistency and questionable decisions, like the handball controversies affecting Celtic, have fueled the debate on the efficacy of VAR. The questionable calls, such as penalties denied and goals disallowed, highlight the chaotic nature of VAR in its current state.

Despite the challenges, many believe that VAR still has the potential to enhance the game if utilized correctly. The hope is that the Scottish Football Association will address the issues plaguing VAR and ensure proper training and implementation of the technology moving forward. While the road ahead may be rocky, it’s viewed as a chance for improvement, rather than the end of VAR in Scotland.