Another week, another Kris Boyd outburst. This time, the incident revolves around the penalty awarded in the Rangers-Aberdeen match, where Conor Goldson was accused of diving by fellow pundits Joe Lewis and Chris Sutton.
This led to Boyd’s impassioned defence of the decision, which culminated in him referencing an unrelated incident involving Celtic’s match against Motherwell.
Boyd’s reaction to the claim of Goldson’s dive was vehement, asserting that the penalty was an unequivocal decision. However, his argument took a contentious turn when he brought up the penalty awarded to Celtic for a shirt pull against Motherwell. Celtic penalty unlike Goldson’s, Celtic’s Mikey Johnston did not exaggerate his fall despite being held back throughout the ball coming into the box. The comparison appeared strained and somewhat irrelevant to the discussion at hand.
Both Celtic and Rangers dropped points this week, with the latter failing to capitalise on Celtic’s slip the day before.
Many argue that Boyd’s inability to maintain a composed and objective viewpoint, especially when discussing Celtic or Rangers, undermines his credibility as a pundit.
His latest diatribe has been seen as another example of his struggle to separate personal biases from professional analysis. By dragging in a Celtic incident that bears little resemblance to the Aberdeen-Rangers match, Boyd not only strayed off-topic but also displayed a lack of professionalism.
This incident raises broader questions about the standard of football punditry in Scotland. The role of a pundit is not just to offer opinions but to provide informed, impartial insights. Boyd’s apparent inability to discuss matters involving Celtic and Rangers without prejudice suggests a need for more rigorous standards in sports journalism.
As fans and viewers seek insightful analysis, the need for pundits who can maintain composure and offer unbiased perspectives becomes increasingly essential. Boyd’s recent meltdown, thus, isn’t just about a single penalty decision; it’s a reflection of a larger issue within Scottish football punditry.
