Last night’s France-Spain game will surely be marked as one of the most influential friendlies in history. A Fifa sanctioned trial of video refereeing saw a goal for the hosts by Griezmann ruled offside by the video ref, while Spain’s second goal, scored by Deulofeu, was incorrectly flagged by the assistant as offside, only to be ruled a goal after a 40-second consultation with the video ref.
Watching it happen was a lightbulb moment. It’s this easy to get difficult decisions right?
We can moan endlessly about the standard of refereeing in Scotland – and pretty much every other country does the same, but we saw the future last night. Video technology has been used in rugby for years and will soon be an everyday part of football.
The video ref turned what would have been a 1-1 draw into a 0-2 win for Spain, correctly reflecting the goals scored. It’s hard to think of anything that could benefit the game as much. Generations of Celtic fans have dreamed of such oversight and accountability in refereeing.
If only we could have it for Hampden in the semi-final………
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Bada
No, but according to Nye Bevans, he’s facing a very heavy financial penalty!
“I expect the demonetisation of Lenny will go into overdrive
following the handbags at Easter Rd last night.”
Damned predictive text, eh, NB?
Damned bad spacing, anaw!
The government plan to reduce sugar Intake by 20%,by causing 20% of the population
To not be able to afford it by 2020
;-)
It’s noticeable that the camera focused almost totally on Neil.
They’ll hammer him , it’s what they do.
Morning Bhoys from a damp Central Scotland. H.H.
MOONBEAMSWD on 30TH MARCH 2017 8:44 AM
SFTB
Aye but we are still in it for another 700+ days.
So naw. I’m still Scottish and European. I’ve never felt British but that is an enforced status bestowed upon me due to some greedy muppets in the 1707.
MWD
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Gents , we will always be part of Europe. Maybe not governed by Brussels though. I did not vote for Brexit but the Prime Minister who also did not vote foe Brexit is only following the unexpected will of the people.
We have gone referendum daft, but possibly Scotland should have an individual referendum on EU status to reflect current status .? It should happen before the Scottish indy2 referendum so that the people know just what is at state.
Of all the interviews yesterday, the most enthusiastic and optimistic for Brexit was from the Peterhead Fishermen. Who now represents them.?
I agree the events of 1707 were not the best to form a union between Scotland and England, but how do the people of Shetlands and Orkneys feel?. They were pawned to Scotland.
No wonder some feel they should have a right to self determination.
HH.
I hope Neil gets more support from Petrie than he got from Lawwell.
Greenpinta
If the Shetlands wish self determination then they should have a referendum.
Or take up arms. :-@)))
MWD
SOT
Re sub prime
Another good movie on it is ‘inside job ‘ narrated by Matt Damon, Christian Bale was superb in movie you mentioned
If that wasn’t Neil Lennons fault last night then there is only one other guy to take the fall.
Yip Neil Lennon.
MWD
If Celtic beat The Rangers(2012)
In the Scottish Cup Semi Final
Moussa Dembele will have a
Possible 11Games
9 league (starting this Sunday)
2 Scottish Cup
To get 12 Goals to pass Joe McBride’s
43 Goals first season Celtic Total
All Competitions
31 league (1pen)
07 League Cup
03 Scottish Cup
02 Europe
Moussa Dembele (to date) 32 goals(8pens)
17 League (4Pens)
05 League Cup (2pens)
05 Scottish Cup
05 Europe (2pens)
Borgo67…I noticed that too. Jim Duffy came into the shot but the camera stayed on Lennon…to tell you the truth, had I been a cameraman I would have done the same…Neil makes, let’s say, more ‘interesting’ televisual entertainment…at least, that’s the way the newsroom editors will look at it. Had the camera guy stayed focused on Duffy, he would probably have had to explain himself this morning.
DBHOY -@10 12
INSIDE JOB .
Yes – a mighty fine documentary –righteously and rightfully angry . I thought it was particularly good re the degree that shyster capitalism had corrupted Academia ..
The response to the sub prime thing was a perfect example of Greenspan’s – ” Socialism for the rich , free enterprise for the poor ” quote .. It is a sobering thought that Brexit will provide yet more proof of that .
My friends in Celtic,
If you are just lazing about. Champions League classics ( Celtic v Barcelona) on BT sport 2 . Virgin channel 528.
HH.
Yes. Tony Watt.
NFL looks delighted, I bet Jim Duffy was too. :-)
HH.
Good morning
Thank you for the birthday wishes last night.HH
Can we trust the video play back to decide issues in a game in which we are involved in this country? I can just picture it now. Thompson is referee and makes an honest mistake which is referred to the ref in the box. Madden replies ” you were right , it is not a goal(penalty) for Celtic “.
Mid 20s sunny -way down south .
Double espresso and half a litre of San Pelligrino frizzante break over -back to the double digging .
Todays’ choons –
LP – Freddie Redd -Get Happy With Freddie Redd ( Nixa )
7″ -Alton Ellis -Blackish White -( Coxsone )
http://www.celticquicknews.co.uk/the-bhoys-who-started-six-in-a-row/
Izzy came to us in 2010 wow ,he has been a great servant to the club
Having watched that “leg breaking” tackle on the Hibs player I’ve got to say it is pretty tame compared to some of the stuff our players have had to put up with that largely go unpunished, but I suppose it is in the *eye of the beholder.
* euphemism for DOMITB
Weebobbycollins
That’s true . They also focused on Neil when he had his spat with Sally and he is a more recognisable face nationwide than Neil.
Even the way the Morton players squared up to him, nothing’s changed they hate him , simple as that.
LEFTCLICKTIC
Belated Happy Birthday mate, hope ye had a good one!
KTF
starry plough
Thank you bud sent you a quick email to try out my new pc set up , didnt realise how old my last pc was this thing is mental and taking a bit of getting used to :))))))))))
LEFTCLICKTIC
Just saw it Buddy, amazing when you get a new computer and you realise how much of a clunker the auld wan wis!
Happy Days CSC
SOUTH OF TUNIS on 30TH MARCH 2017 10:41 AM
DBHOY -@10 12
INSIDE JOB .
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TBH on watching it first time around , there was a lot of it that was new to me and a real eye opener- e.g derivatives market and how they self regulate ( what a feckin joke that is BTW ). The stuff on what they teach in universities re finance was equally shocking.
self regulate- the words the huns live by.
new article posted.