Rangers have issued a stern warning to the Scottish Football Association (SFA) following a £3,000 fine imposed for a 'corrupt' remark made by former player John Brown on the club's media channel. The incident occurred during the final match of Rangers' league season, where Nicolas Raskin appeared to score a goal that was controversially disallowed.

The Controversial Decision

In the match against Hibernian, Raskin's effort to score was denied by referee Nick Walsh and his on-field officials, who believed the ball was kept out by Hibernian defender Rocky Bushiri. VAR official Andrew Dallas also ruled that there was no conclusive camera angle to prove the ball had crossed the line. This decision led to a 2-2 draw, with Hibernian equalizing shortly after.

John Brown's Remarks

Former Ibrox defender John Brown, speaking on Rangers TV, labeled the refereeing decision as 'corrupt.' Commentator Tom Miller attempted to temper Brown's remarks, but Brown stood by his statement. Rangers later clarified that Brown's comments were emotional and spontaneous, not an official club statement.

Rangers' Response

Rangers have firmly denied any breach of SFA rules and highlighted numerous similar incidents on club channels that did not result in charges. The club stated, 'If this is now the standard, they will be watched closely to ensure it is applied across the board, consistently, without exception and without favor.'

Call for Goal-Line Technology

In light of the controversy, Rangers have demanded the introduction of goal-line technology to prevent such disputes in the future. The club emphasized the need for consistency in enforcing rules and fair treatment of all member clubs.

Seeking Clarity from SFA

Rangers plan to contact the SFA chief executive and president to seek clarity on the policies and processes in place for enforcing rules. The club stated, 'The lack of consistency with the SFA's policing of similar incidents leaves more questions than answers.'

Conclusion

This incident has sparked a broader discussion about the consistency and fairness of SFA's rule enforcement. Rangers' call for goal-line technology and closer scrutiny of similar situations going forward highlights the need for transparency and fairness in football governance.