Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. Hibs stretched their advantage over the visitors in the league table. Advertise with us William Collum famous as Willie Collum is a Scottish football referee and R.E teacher who currently serves as a refereeof Scottish Football Association. The "It goes without saying that Ross Draper needs to be bearing some of the brunt of the criticism, but this isn't a case of a different referee every week - the recurring theme is that it's Willie Collum. It was a routine Rangers win on paper but it wasn't without its VAR and red card drama. "Other timesyou know things are fine and you don't need to hide behind the couch and you can relax with your family and enjoy being forced into watching the Saturday night telly. This, in short, was a typical Willie Collum display. GMB's Susanna Reid forced to change dress that was too 'racy' for morning TV. "Not Christmas there, but the Christmas before, I had a day off and went into Glasgow with my wife for some Christmas shopping for the kids. "However, as I said at the start, I'm in no way surprised at the outcome of our appeal. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? What did you make of Willie Collum's attempts to diffuse the situation? Slavery plaque on Scots memorial could go after plan approved for its removal. "Who does a referee turn to for support? Scottish referee Willie Collum had fans in stitches after quite literally taking matters into his own hands during Sunday's Old Firm Derby between Rangers and Celtic. Self-confessed 'Friends fanatic' Harry took comfort in the sitcom while navigating panic attacks after completing his second tour of Afghanistan a decade ago. McFadden: Because of where his hand is, thats why Willie Collum has given it. Stewart: I agree its why hes given it but I dont agree with him. McFadden suggested the law needed to be looked at, to which Stewart responded: Thats a fair point. He said: You cant argue really, can you? While someone else tweeted: "The referee wrestling a player in the 6 yard box is pure Cinch. That's who I'd like to think I am as a person. Now all my training is done on the pitch the same as the players, whether it be interval runs or goal-line to goal-line sprints. Who Rangers could be tracking during English Championship scouting mission as Michael Beale praise drops striker hint. Nicky Clark was shown red on 36 minutes for a late challenge on Ryan Jack but the Gers midfielder could've been handed his marching orders minutes after too. Titford heard Kaylea screaming shortly before she died but instead of checking if she was unwell, he texted her to stop. Face masks were introduced in schools because Boris Johnson was told it was 'not worth an argument' with Nicola Sturgeon. He started his refereeing career with Scottish Football League in 2000. "There's just far too many of the big decisions he gets wrong.". Amazon Fire TV Stick users may soon start seeing a warning message when trying to side-load dodgy unofficial apps. WILLIE COLLUM has been removed as the lead referee for the upcoming derby between Celtic and Rangers on February 2. Abject at best and at worst outright corrupt, only in Scotland could this guy still get major games. Successful new claims for Pension Credit may also qualify for the 900 cost of living payment. His last derby day meeting was March last year as the Ibrox side secured a 1-1 draw at Celtic Park on the way to an unbeaten domestic season. Over the last 12 months Willie Collum has refereed 50 games, comprising 9 Scottish Championship games, 20 Scottish Premiership games, 3 Europa Conference League games, 4 Scottish Cup games, 5 Scottish League Cup games, 1 International Friendlies game, 3 Europa League games, 3 Nations League games, 1 Champions League game and 1 Scottish Premiership Playoffs game. We do not pre-moderate or monitor readers comments appearing on our websites, but we do post-moderate in response to complaints we receive or otherwise when a potential problem comes to our attention. I lost my mum not long after I'd been to the Euros in 2016 through a terrible illness, Alzheimer's, after five years. But its a changed game now., Willie Collum shows a red card to John Lundstram. The Hoops are now six points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership and boast a vastly superior goal difference to their Old Firm rivals. Lanarkshire promoter to bring four British boxing legends up north for Night of Champions event. The flashpoints have raised fresh questions about the standard of referring ahead of VARs introduction, expected to come in mid-October. Self-confessed 'Friends fanatic' Harry took comfort in the sitcom while navigating panic attacks after completing his second tour of Afghanistan a decade ago. On a similar theme, another bemused fan tweeted: "This ref in the old firm just wants to scrap the players.". Obviously, weve got VAR coming in so these things will get picked up. The 18-year-old had to watch his side cling on to complete a 1-0 victory. Some people may think referees just turn up at a game, but that couldn't be further from the truth. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. Madden's previous derby was in April last year, when Rangers ran out 2-0 winners thanks to Steven Davis' opener and Jonjoe Kenny's own goal, and last refereed a league meeting between the two Glasgow giants in September 2019. Official came under fire from Glasgow giants in relation to his dismissal of Daniel Candeias on November 3. Kilmarnock midfielder Gary Dicker will serve a two-game ban after an appeal against his dismissal in last Saturday's 1-0 loss to Hearts was rejected. Weneed to respect people in the public spotlight. In April 2006, Collum officiated his first Scottish Premier League andtook charge of his first UEFA Champions League match, overseeing FC Copenhagens 2-0 win away at Panathinaikos in September 2010. As the I've already had about 60 messages of support on my phone. The Hoops took full advantage of Rangers' slip up. Collum last officiated an Old Firm in March of last year, when the two rivals played out a 1-1 draw at Parkhead, but Bobby Madden has instead been given the nod for the top-of-the-table clash. Murder probe after man shot dead on doorstep of Greenock home in 'targeted' attack. contact the editor here. Tragic hillwalker and dog who plunged 100ft in Glencoe to have ashes scattered together. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. The former Aberdeen manager takes charge at Tannadice after Liam Fox was sacked following his sides 4-0 defeat to Ross County. Scottish Premiership referee Willie Collum had a shocker in Rangers draw with Hibs but some revealing clips suggest the Ibrox side were refereed to a different standard this weekend. In August 2012, he returned to Cardinal Newman High School. When I was 14, my mother came through with the newspaper to show me there were refereeing classes starting. The former Ibrox skipper believes there will be plenty of changes in Govan this summer in terms of who leaves the club. Scottish referee Willie Collum had fans in stitches after quite literally taking matters into his own hands during Sunday's Old Firm Derby between Rangers and Celtic. The result leaves Stevie Farrell's men five points clear of Stirling Albion - albeit with the Binos having two games in hand. WILLIE COLLUM has been removed as the lead referee for the upcoming derby between Celtic and Rangers on February 2. The Portuguese was shown a second yellow card following a spat with the former West Ham centre-back during the 2-0 win in Paisley. 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Albian Ajeti opened his Celtic account, while Rangers proved they can cope without Alfredo Morelos. Collum, trying to calm things down, singled out Sakala and physically dragged him away from the incident. I'm sure they will be with me running about at Hampden on that pitch. Cameron Willis. But Marshall reckoned Collum had just cause for making the decisions he did as he admitted telly technology is unlikely to remove the wiggle room from footballs rule book. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Let us know in the comments section. And there have been some big games along the way - not least the day a ten-man Celtic side recovered from the dismissal of Jozo Simunovic to clinch a big 3-2 win at Ibrox. Successful new claims for Pension Credit may also qualify for the 900 cost of living payment. Ryan's one his foot is flat to the floor, the boy gets there, he nicks it away and again, there's not enough aggression in that. "Within 10 metres of getting out the car and walking towards a shopping centre, three or four guys had given me the most ridiculous abuse. Hibs striker Kevin Nisbet hit the crossbar with a penalty before Liam Boyce scored from the spot at the other end in the 111th minute. Are they soft? It's important to hear referees, especially when it's not about decisions, VAR or anything like that. Courteney Cox responds to Prince Harry's memoir claims he took magic mushrooms at her house. For a referee who has officiated at a European Championships and high-profile Champions League ties, the magic of Scotland's oldest cup competition hasn't lost any of its power. He stretches with his left and from Willie Collum's view it might look like his left leg catches him, it's not. It's the law, the officials are only applying the law and I think it's the law we maybe ned to look at. Collum began his teaching career in the year 2000, at St Ambrose High School in Coatbridge. HE'S been one of the top referees in our game for more than a decade. #wrestlemania." 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Celtic face Asian Cup exodus with 8 stars at risk as every SPFL star facing 2 week Premiership absence detailed. The boys close to Malik when he flicks it on. The BBC's coverage of every Scottish Premiership team is bigger and better than ever before. I wouldnt be arguing the referee had a poor game anyway.. Collum showed two straight red The late Queen gifted Frogmore Cottage to Harry and Meghan in the months after their wedding back in 2018. And he needed all of his experience to deal with an incident towards the end of the match, which Celtic won 2-1. The 40-year-old will handle his second season-ending showpiece. Maybe smaller clubs like ourselves are fair game. That trip ended in five minutes. Face masks were introduced in schools because Boris Johnson was told it was 'not worth an argument' with Nicola Sturgeon. The legendary Ibrox striker was at Hampden on Sunday as his former team proved second best once again. Emergency services rushed to the Friarton Road site following a huge blast and raging blaze around 12.45am on Tuesday. Barry Ferguson predicts Rangers transfer surprises as he makes Malik Tillman money-making bonanza claim. It's chosencharity partner is The Kris Boyd Charity. Napoli vs. Lazio - prediction, team news, lineups, EastEnders 'to introduce major new family'. But when it comes to his appointment in the middle for the biggest match which Scottish football has to offer, he's also been a bit of a good luck charm for Celtic. Regarding his nationality, the professional referee is a Scottish and he is of white ethnicity. Digital Sport Audience & Engagement Editor, Referee Willie Collum admits he's contemplated quitting due to vile abuse he and his family receive. Willie Collum the first official in Scottish Football to be called to the monitor by VAR for a red card incident and goes against VAR official - Rangers FC continue to be the only team in Scottish Football not to be on the negative end of a VAR decision. Watch: First trailer for new series of Race Across The World, EastEnders' Balvinder Sopal: 'There's no love between Suki and Nish', Sky Sports launches dedicated UHD channel for Formula 1. It will be available from 4pm today (Tuesday). The ball appeared to be heading nowhere near the Croatian but that did not prevent the official pointing to the spot. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Read about our approach to external linking. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. It comes off of Connor Goldson's back which is less than a yard away and I'm not really sure how he's meant to react or do anything. On 24th October 2010, Collum made his Old Firm debut at Celtic Park. I think you have to realise these things can happen and you have to defend smarter. Hearts, Hbs and St Mirren may also have to do without some of their players next winter when the tournament gets underway. The LockdownTactics is a brand new podcast, hosted by former Scotland stars Robert Snodgrass and Kris Boyd. Collum pointed to the spot on the 12th minute for handball against James Brown which led to Tavernier giving Remi Matthews no chance from 12-yards to score the game's opening goal. "I've had some difficulttimes and you worry about thenegative affect ithas onyourown well-being and the well-beingof my family., READ MORE: Willie Collum rubbishes claims that referees are out to make deliberatedecision against certain teams. Willie Collum had three big decisions to make during Rangers' 2-0 win over St Johnstone. Reading a prepared statement, he added the that "perception of most and certainly of our club is that the hearing was pre-judged by this early appointment". Yes, the ball was coming straight to me, but I think we are in a different era now. "It frightened my wife and she was really upset. Inverness, There was no initial decision to say it was under review either.". There will be plenty going through my mind. Last updated on 24 May 201924 May 2019.From the section Scottish Cup. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Family of missing Scots man 'worried sick' and 'desperate for papa to come home'. Chief medical officer Chris Whitty told Johnson that there were no strong reason against in corridors etc, and no very strong reasons for" introducing the masks. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Sands returns to New York City FC with Michael Beale starting to see centre backs return to fitness at Ibrox. 2011-2023 Sports Mole Ltd. All rights reserved. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click here. Tragic hillwalker and dog who plunged 100ft in Glencoe to have ashes scattered together. Listen, its a contact sport and anyone who has been watching football for years knows that maybe 10 years ago that was never a penalty. Barry Ferguson predicts Rangers transfer surprises as he makes Malik Tillman money-making bonanza claim. Frank Kinnis, 83, suffered fatal injuries after David Johnstone stamped on his head in woodland in Elgin. 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