Derek McInnes’ Selective Memory Over Celtic Penalty Claim Ahead of Derby

Derek McInnes appears to have developed a selective memory ahead of Sunday’s derby at Celtic Park. The Rangers manager has publicly questioned the officiating during last weekend’s 3-0 victory over Celtic, focusing on Mika Baur’s challenge on Ryan Naderi. Naderi…

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 9:08 AM
Derek McInnes’ Selective Memory Over Celtic Penalty Claim Ahead of Derby
Key Things to Know
  • Rangers manager Derek McInnes questioned officiating decisions from last weekend's 3-0 win over Celtic.
  • Rangers contacted the Scottish FA seeking clarification over a tackle on striker Ryan Naderi.
  • Celtic had a strong penalty claim ignored when Kasper Høgh was pulled down in the Rangers box.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rangers manager Derek McInnes has questioned refereeing decisions from last weekend's 3-0 victory over Celtic ahead of Sunday's derby at Celtic Park. McInnes focused on Mika Baur's challenge on Ryan Naderi, which left the striker with an ankle injury. Rangers have contacted the Scottish FA seeking clarification on why VAR did not intervene during the incident.

The article notes that McInnes did not mention a controversial incident in the Rangers penalty area where Celtic's Kasper Høgh appeared to be pulled down. Despite a strong penalty claim for Celtic, neither referee Nick Walsh nor VAR reviewed the challenge. John Beaton is scheduled to referee the upcoming derby match on Sunday.

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