Scott McTominay controversy: Ex-refs chief drops 'harsh' verdict after Scotland footage re-analysed

Scott McTominay Controversy

Former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett believes the equaliser against Scotland was rightly ruled out for a foul on Scott McTominay.

Scotland's World Cup qualifying win over Belarus was marked by controversy, with the visitors' equaliser being ruled out by VAR for a foul on McTominay.

Belarus midfielder Evgeniy Yablonski did commit an offence and the goal was correctly ruled out.

Referee Marian Alexandru Barbu reviewed the incident and chalked off the goal.

Author's summary: Keith Hackett defends VAR decision.

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Football Insider Football Insider — 2025-10-13