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Cool-headed McLean takes derby in stride

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March 17, 2025

HAMZA IGAMANE stole the glory with his stunning late strike to secure derby day bragging rights for Rangers.

Cool-headed McLean takes derby in stride

But the game's standout performer will be delighted at avoiding the limelight.

That's according to former category one referee Des Roache, who heaped praise on whistler Steven McLean for his showing.

McLean dished out just three yellow cards in the five-goal thriller, as Barry Ferguson's men inflicted a shock defeat on the Premiership champions-elect. And Record Sport pundit Des reckons he got them right.

He said: “Prior to the game I said I thought Don Robertson or Nick Walsh would've been handed it because Steven is no longer on the FIFA list.

“But while he might not be FIFA registered anymore, he’s got all the experience in the world and he's shown it.

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