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BBC Sportscene host buts in to call out Rangers star v St Mirren, he’s not having it

James Penrice has been the talk of the town after Rangers' latest win against St Mirren on Saturday. The Bears enter the November international break with a 2-0…

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 7:30 AM
BBC Sportscene host buts in to call out Rangers star v St Mirren, he’s not having it
Key Things to Know
  • BBC Sportscene host Steven Thompson disputed the controversial penalty awarded to James Penrice against St Mirren.
  • Rangers defeated St Mirren 2-0 in Paisley with goals from Ryan Naderi and Dan Neil.
  • Referee Nick Walsh awarded the penalty following a challenge on Penrice, with VAR upholding the decision.
The Story in 60 Seconds

BBC Sportscene host Steven Thompson criticized a controversial penalty decision involving James Penrice during Rangers' 2-0 Scottish Premiership win over St Mirren. Referee Nick Walsh awarded the penalty after Penrice went down under contact in the box, a call supported by VAR. Thompson argued on the broadcast that minimal contact was made and suggested the dramatic fall influenced the referee's decision.

Ibrox News defends Penrice, arguing that modern players are forced to go down to win rightful penalties following clumsy challenges. Ryan Naderi and Dan Neil scored the goals to secure victory for Derek McInnes's side in Paisley ahead of the November international break. The outlet asserts the incident attracted heightened scrutiny primarily because it involved Rangers.

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