I can’t believe referee still support Celtic in this era” Danny Röhl exposed shocking news about the referee
The fallout from the latest Old Firm clash has taken another dramatic turn after Rangers manager Danny Röhl made explosive comments about the refereeing standards in Scottish football. Speaking shortly after the heated encounter with Celtic F.C., Röhl did not hold back as he questioned the impartiality of match officials and suggested that decisions continue to favor Celtic even in the modern era.
The German coach, who has quickly developed a reputation for being outspoken since arriving in Glasgow, stunned reporters during his post match press conference. When asked about several controversial decisions during the match, Röhl delivered a statement that immediately sent shockwaves across Scottish football.
“I can’t believe referees still support Celtic in this era,” Röhl said. “Football has VAR, cameras everywhere, and millions watching, yet somehow the same decisions keep going the same way.”
His comments referred to two key moments that Rangers supporters believe changed the course of the match. The first came midway through the second half when Rangers appealed for what they believed was a clear penalty after a challenge inside the box. The referee waved play on, and despite a lengthy VAR check, the decision was not overturned.
Moments later, frustration inside the stadium grew even louder when Celtic were awarded a free kick in a dangerous area following what Röhl described as a “soft and unnecessary call.” The resulting pressure eventually led to a goal that shifted the momentum firmly in Celtic’s favor.
Röhl did not directly accuse officials of corruption, but his remarks strongly hinted at a deeper issue he believes has existed for years in Scottish football.
“I’m not saying anyone is cheating,” he explained. “But when the same patterns appear again and again, you have to ask questions. Our players work incredibly hard, our supporters travel everywhere, and they deserve fairness.”
The Rangers boss also revealed that he had already spoken to league officials following the match. According to Röhl, the conversation became tense as he demanded answers about several calls that he believes were “impossible to justify.”
Reports suggest the discussion involved representatives from the Scottish Professional Football League and the refereeing body Scottish Football Association. Neither organization has yet released a detailed response to Röhl’s comments, although insiders believe the manager could face disciplinary action if the authorities decide his remarks crossed the line.
Within minutes of the press conference ending, clips of Röhl’s statements began circulating widely across social media. Rangers fans quickly rallied behind their manager, praising him for saying what many supporters have believed for years. Some described the interview as “the most honest post match reaction in recent memory.”
Celtic supporters, however, strongly rejected the claims. Many argued that referees are constantly scrutinized and that mistakes happen in every league across the world. Several former players and pundits also urged calm, warning that such accusations could further inflame tensions between the rival clubs.
The rivalry between Rangers and Celtic remains one of the most intense in world football. Every decision in an Old Firm match is examined from multiple angles, and controversy often follows regardless of the final result.
Despite the storm surrounding his comments, Röhl made it clear he has no regrets about speaking out.
“If nobody talks about it, nothing changes,” he said firmly. “Scottish football deserves transparency. Our league deserves respect.”
Whether his remarks lead to an official investigation or disciplinary action remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is that Röhl’s explosive interview has reignited a familiar debate about refereeing standards and bias in Scottish football.
With tensions already high between Rangers and Celtic, the latest controversy ensures that the next meeting between the two giants of Glasgow will arrive with even greater intensity. Fans, officials, and players alike will now wait to see whether the governing bodies respond to the claims or whether this latest chapter simply becomes another fiery moment in the long history of the Old Firm rivalry.
