Ferguson and McGeady in agreement over Rangers controversy that saw senior figure get involved

Rangers were not too happy with Mika Baur's challenge on Ryan Naderi in last week's Old Firm win over Celtic. The Gers were comprehensive 3-0 winners over Celti

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 12:40 PM
Ferguson and McGeady in agreement over Rangers controversy that saw senior figure get involved
Key Things to Know
  • Rangers chief executive Jim Gillespie contacted SFA referee chief Willie Collum regarding a challenge on Ryan Naderi.
  • Forward Ryan Naderi is an injury doubt for the upcoming Old Firm derby due to a damaged ankle.
  • Rangers defeated Celtic 3-0 in the Scottish League Cup quarter-finals prior to the incident.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rangers chief executive Jim Gillespie has contacted Scottish FA referee chief Willie Collum following a controversial challenge on forward Ryan Naderi. The incident occurred during Rangers' 3-0 Scottish League Cup quarter-final victory over Celtic, where Mika Baur's tackle left Naderi with a significant ankle injury. Rangers manager Derek McInnes expressed his frustration over the challenge and confirmed the club's official contact with the SFA.

Naderi is now a doubt for the upcoming Scottish Premiership Old Firm derby at Celtic Park. Rangers are already facing a striker shortage, with Youssef Chermiti and Lawrence Shankland sidelined with long-term injuries. Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson and Aiden McGeady discussed the incident on the Go Radio Football Show, with Ferguson downplaying the severity of the challenge.

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