Kevin Clancy says with the help of VAR he would have ruled out Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard’s leveller in the last Old Firm derby.
He allowed the goal in the 2-1 defeat to Rangers on December 29 to stand despite TV replays showing it came off the striker’s hand.
Afterwards, it led to calls from Ibrox boss Steven Gerrard for VAR in Scotland.
Clancy said: “In the cold light of day it looked to me as though the deflection was off Edouard’s hip, that area of his body.
“VAR would have been in a good position to quickly identify what had happened.
"The decision would have been quickly dealt with. The game would have restarted and there would have been very little discussion after that.”
Clancy has also revealed all of Scotland’s refs want VAR brought in as soon as possible but fears the COVID-19 crisis could delay its introduction.
VAR was set to be tested in the background during the Scottish Cup semi-finals, which are now in serious doubt due to the pandemic.
Clancy said: “Once any teething problems are ironed out and people get more comfortable with UEFA and IFAB’s protocol for the use of VAR then I think it will be a fantastic addition to the Scottish game.
“The referees are fully in support of the SFA looking into its implementation.
“It would be great for us because it would give us the best chance possible of making correct decisions.
“Potential cost is an issue and there has to be a some reality as this pandemic has brought serious financial consequences for the game.
“But I hope we try to have it implemented as soon as is feasibly possible.”
