“No we are not going to take this”.. Dundee United detects controversy in their defeat against Celtic and demand….

Dundee FC Challenges Celtic Defeat: A Comprehensive Analysis

Introduction

The Scottish Premiership match between Dundee FC and Celtic FC on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, was marked by controversy. Dundee’s 2-0 defeat at Parkhead has sparked intense debate, with the Taysiders submitting additional footage of two contentious incidents to the Scottish Football Association’s (SFA) Key Incident Review Panel.

Incident 1: Engels’ Challenge on Sylla – A Critical Examination

The first incident in question involves Arne Engels’ challenge on Mo Sylla in the build-up to Celtic’s penalty. Dundee manager Tony Docherty highlighted this incident in his post-match press conference, citing a clear pull on Sylla’s shirt. The footage, not broadcast in Wednesday night’s highlights, allegedly supports Docherty’s claims.

Referee Ross Hardie’s View Obstructed

Critically, referee Ross Hardie’s view of the incident was obstructed by Sylla’s body, while the assistant referee in that half was positioned on the opposite side of the pitch. This raises questions about the effectiveness of the refereeing team.

VAR Officials Under Scrutiny

VAR officials Mathew McDermid and Andrew McWilliam did not intervene, sparking controversy. The technology’s purpose is to ensure accuracy, but this incident has fueled debate about its limitations.

Incident 2: Liam Scales’ Handball – A Critical Analysis

Dundee also submitted footage of Liam Scales’ handball in the Celtic box, which went to a VAR check on the night. Docherty expressed frustration at the officials’ decisions, stating, “The penalty is really soft. There’s a foul that leads up to it on Mo Sylla.”

Post-Match Reaction – Tony Docherty Speaks Out

Docherty’s post-match reaction highlighted his frustration with the refereeing decisions. “I don’t know why they don’t pick that up. I’ve seen it back. Kyogo goes down, and Tony’s telling me, and I’ve seen it myself, I don’t think it’s a penalty. But when it goes to 2-0, that makes it so much more difficult. I don’t think the boys deserved that.”

SFA Review Panel – The Road Ahead

The SFA’s Key Incident Review Panel will examine the submitted footage and decide whether to take action. Dundee’s appeal may lead to revisions in the refereeing decisions or potential disciplinary action.

Implications for Scottish Football

This controversy has far-reaching implications for Scottish football. The effectiveness of VAR, refereeing standards, and the SFA’s review process will be closely scrutinized.

Conclusion

Dundee FC’s bold move to challenge the defeat highlights the intense rivalry in Scottish football. The outcome of the SFA review will be closely watched, and its implications may extend beyond this single match.

References:

• Daily Record
• Scottish Football Association
• Celtic FC
• Dundee FC

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Appendix:

• Video footage of the incidents
• SFA Key Incident Review Panel guidelines
• VAR protocol in Scottish football

Endnotes:

1. Scottish Football Association. (2024). Key Incident Review Panel Guidelines.
2. Daily Record. (2024). Dundee FC challenges Celtic defeat.
3. Celtic FC. (2024). Match Report: Celtic FC vs. Dundee FC.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Incident 1: Engels’ Challenge on Sylla
3. Incident 2: Liam Scales’ Handball
4. Post-Match Reaction – Tony Docherty Speaks Out
5. SFA Review Panel – The Road Ahead
6. Implications for Scottish Football
7. Conclusion
8. References
9. Connect with Us
10. Copyright Information
11. Appendix
12. Endnotes