Rangers FC legend Kris Boyd absolutely tears into referee Nick Walsh after shocking VAR blunder in Derby clash

Rangers FC legend Kris Boyd absolutely tears into referee Nick Walsh after shocking VAR blunder in Derby clash

Rangers legend Kris Boyd launched a furious attack on referee Nick Walsh following yet another controversial VAR flashpoint in the latest Old Firm showdown between Rangers F.C. and Celtic F.C..

The fiery derby at Celtic Park was already packed with drama, intensity and huge moments, but the major talking point arrived after a contentious VAR decision left the Rangers camp absolutely furious. Boyd, speaking after the match, did not hold back as he questioned both the officiating and the use of VAR in one of Scottish football’s biggest fixtures.

The former Rangers striker described the incident as “unacceptable at this level,” insisting supporters deserve consistency in massive games where title pressure and emotions are already sky high. He argued that the decision completely shifted momentum during a crucial spell of the contest and slammed the lack of clarity surrounding the review process.

Boyd’s reaction quickly exploded across social media, with many Rangers fans echoing his frustration and demanding answers from the Scottish FA. The pundit has never been shy when discussing officiating standards in Scottish football, but this latest rant may be one of his most explosive yet.

The controversy added even more fuel to an already heated Old Firm clash as Celtic eventually secured a huge 3-1 victory over Rangers in a dramatic afternoon at Parkhead.

Speaking during the post-match analysis, Boyd repeatedly questioned why officials took so long to reach a conclusion before still arriving at what he believed was the wrong call. The former striker insisted that VAR was originally introduced to remove “clear and obvious” mistakes from the game, not create even more confusion and anger among players, coaches and supporters.

He also pointed to the emotional impact the moment had on the Rangers squad, claiming the players visibly lost composure after the incident. According to Boyd, decisions in matches of this magnitude can completely alter the mentality of a team, especially in an atmosphere as intense as an Old Firm derby where every single moment is magnified.

The fallout from the decision is expected to dominate Scottish football discussions throughout the week, with pundits, former referees and supporters already fiercely divided online. While Celtic supporters argued the officials reached the correct verdict, many Rangers fans believe the derby was overshadowed by another major VAR controversy — something Boyd insists is becoming far too common in Scottish football.

Despite the defeat, Boyd urged Rangers to show a response in the remaining fixtures of the season, but warned that serious questions still need to be asked about officiating standards at the highest level of the Scottish game.