Referee admits error in decision for Celtic against Motherwell

On October 24, 2026, Willie Collum, head of referees at the Scottish FA, acknowledged that Celtic were unjustly denied a penalty during their match against Motherwell. The incident involved Callum McGregor's shot, which struck Lukas Fadinger's arm, deemed not to be in an unnatural position at the time. This confirmation follows Celtic's ongoing struggles in the Europa League, including a recent defeat to Celta Vigo, placing them in a difficult position in the standings. Celtic will aim to improve by facing Hibernian next, seeking to end a series of three straight losses in the competition.

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