‘I’m in shock’ – BBC pundit shares what Rodgers did in contentious moment v Rangers

The controversial decision to disallow a goal by Cyriel Dessers in the exciting 3-3 draw between Rangers and Celtic left Pat Bonner “in shock.”

Dessers thought he had tied the Old Firm match on Sunday, April 7, at 2-2 when he tapped in just after James Tavernier had made it 2-1 in a match the Gers took their time to get into.

During a 1:19 p.m. interview on BBC Radio Scotland on April 7, Bonner revealed that Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers was fast to identify the fourth official.

Additionally, after VAR intervened for a foul committed by Tom Lawrence in the build-up, referee John Beaton declared the goal out in a highly contentious decision.

“I’m stunned right now. This game has been able to tell a new story that will be discussed for the next month or so thanks to VAR, according to Bonner.

“Every player for Celtic was emphatic. Additionally, Brendan Rodgers went to the fourth official, Willie McCollum.

Rangers vs Celtic: John Beaton is the centre of attention
It was a complete surprise that Dessers’ goal was overturned because no one had noticed anything in the build-up in real time.

Nevertheless, VAR stepped in almost seeking to identify a problem in order to rule it out—not for the first time this season, nor the last.

It’s unclear how much of a say Rodgers had in the officials’ choice to verify the goal.

To be honest, the manager of Celtic is not entirely to fault. Without a doubt, Philippe Clement would follow suit.

This is by far the most controversial moment to emerge from the match in a game full of discussion points.

Beaton was always going to have a difficult time of it, but fortunately, the team led by Philippe Clement was able to secure a point at halftime.

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