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The National (Scotland)
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Blair Meikle

SFA referee's chief Willie Collum meets with fans as decisions pored over

Willie Collum (Image: Scottish FA)

Willie Collum, the Scottish FA's head of referee operations, met with football fans to discuss some of the big decisions from last season.

During the campaign, and particularly at the end as VAR was heavily involved in the title race between Celtic and Hearts, officiating was under the microscope.

Collum took part in regular VAR Review shows where he talked over some of the main talking points and gave his verdict on whether he was backing his officials or admitting they were wrong.

Now, he has met with fans of Celtic, Dunfermline Athletic, Glasgow City, Hamilton Academical, Kilmarnock, Motherwell and Rangers as well as representatives from the association of Tartan Army Clubs and Supporters Direct Scotland.


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Clips were shown, with Collum's guest able to ask him questions, and they also went over changes to IFAB laws.

The SFA's referee's chief said: "Since I took up the role I have made a conscious effort to engage with all the various stakeholders as much as possible, before, during and after each of the seasons, and this dialogue is hugely important.

"Meeting with supporters was a useful exercise and I am grateful to the supporters who have taken time to attend. We look forward to keeping these lines of communication open throughout the season."

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