Kevin Kelsy Rangers ‘handball’ snub vs Kilmarnock explained by ex ref as missing VAR angle triggers UEFA rule

Killie boss Neil McCann was unhappy about the call after the 3-1 defeat at Ibrox on Saturday

By Mark Pirie · Daily Record

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 8:42 PM

Key Things to Know

Former referee Bobby Madden explained that a lack of clear footage prevented VAR from penalizing an alleged Rangers handball.
Kilmarnock manager Neil McCann protested that Rangers attacker Kevin Kelsy handled the ball before scoring.
Referee Matthew MacDermid and VAR official Grant Irvine allowed the goal to stand during the match.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Former referee Bobby Madden explained why VAR did not overturn a goal involving an alleged handball by Rangers forward Kevin Kelsy against Kilmarnock. Kilmarnock manager Neil McCann protested that Kelsy handled the ball before scoring past goalkeeper Calum Ferrie, but on-field referee Matthew MacDermid and VAR official Grant Irvine allowed the goal to stand.

Speaking on a podcast, Madden reviewed slow-motion replays and stated there was no clear footage proving the ball struck Kelsy's arm. Former referee Mark Clattenburg agreed that officials must stick with the on-field decision without definitive video evidence.

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