Praise where it is due here. Nick Walsh in his first Old Firm game handled the game incredibly well, the "highlight" being an excellent advantage in the run up to Rangers opening goal. Walsh then correctly dismissed McGregor of Celtic for a second yellow once the goal was scored for the foul where the advantage was played.
First of many big matches for Mr Walsh I think on this showing.
Totally agree, Mr. Walsh rose to the occasion (although the game was not as volatile as it has been). The advantage for the goal followed by the second YC was a superb piece of refereeing.
I would only have two small criticisms. I thought at times his body language was a bit stiff, deliberate and robotic. This can give across an ever so slightly arrogant feeling IMO. He also gave a YC in the second half after playing a very good advantage. The yellow card was for a shirt pull and presumably SPA so I don't think after playing advantage he should have gone back and cautioned.
On the whole though, a very convincing performance in the biggest game of his career. Well done Mr. Walsh.
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