Celtic were still leading Motherwell by a single goal when Callum McGregor’s effort struck Lukas Fadinger inside the penalty area at Fir Park. Referee Steven…
Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher and Sky Sports pundits Jay Bothroyd and Tim Sherwood agreed that Motherwell's Lukas Fadinger was fortunate to avoid conceding a penalty against Celtic. The incident occurred when Callum McGregor's shot struck Fadinger's arm inside the penalty box, but referee Steven McLean awarded a corner and VAR official Don Robertson did not intervene.
Gallagher highlighted that alternate camera angles showed Fadinger's arm extended, providing Celtic with a strong penalty argument. The missed call ultimately did not impact the match result, as Celtic secured victory through goals from Camilo Duran and Benjamin Nygren.
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