Scottish football has been rocked by controversy following Rangers’ recent clash with Alloa Athletic, after the match referee was suspended in the aftermath of a highly debated decision. The fixture at Ibrox, which Rangers eventually won 4–2, was overshadowed by a contentious penalty incident that left players, coaches, and fans fuming.
Midway through the match, Rangers appealed strongly for a spot-kick when an Alloa defender appeared to handle the ball inside the box. To the disbelief of the Glasgow side, the referee waved play on. Despite the intervention of VAR later in the contest, the earlier non-decision sparked outrage, with pundits labeling it a “clear and obvious error” that could have shifted the momentum of the game.
Following widespread criticism, the Scottish Football Association (SFA) confirmed that the referee has been suspended pending a review of his performance. While such disciplinary action is rare, the governing body emphasized the need to maintain the integrity and credibility of officiating standards in the domestic game.
For Rangers, the win keeps their hopes alive in the competition, but the narrative has been dominated by the fallout. The incident has reignited calls for greater accountability and consistency in Scottish refereeing.
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