Celtic Penalty Call Sparks Outrage The electric atmosphere at Parkhead Stadium was palpable as Celtic faced their arch rivals Rangers in a crucial Scottish Premiership match.
The tension was high – but nothing could have prepared fans for the controversy that erupted in the 88th minute. Referee Bobby Madden pointed to the spot, awarding Celtic a penalty after consulting with his assistant.
However, this was no ordinary penalty call; it was a "Celtic" penalty, given under the obscure rule allowing penalties when a defender commits a foul on an opponent within their own penalty area.