Celtic's Scottish Cup Semi-Final Referee Announced Amidst Tense Rivalry
Trusty red card ref gets whistle for Celtic’s Scottish Cup semi-final
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The Scottish FA has appointed referee Matthew MacDermid for Celtic's Scottish Cup semi-final against St Mirren at Hampden Park on April 20, 2025. This match marks the fifth encounter between the teams this season, with Celtic looking to improve on their previous narrow victories.
- 01Matthew MacDermid will officiate the semi-final match between Celtic and St Mirren.
- 02Celtic has won three of their four encounters with St Mirren this season, all by narrow margins.
- 03The match is set for April 20, 2025, at Hampden Park.
- 04Celtic's last match against St Mirren ended in a 1-0 victory.
- 05MacDermid previously issued a red card to Celtic player Auston Trusty in a recent match.
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Celtic will face St Mirren in the Scottish Cup semi-final on April 20, 2025, at Hampden Park. The Scottish FA has appointed Matthew MacDermid as the referee for this crucial match, which will be the fifth meeting between the two teams this season. Celtic comes into the game after a 1-0 victory over St Mirren in their last encounter, with three of their wins against the Buddies this season being by a single goal. MacDermid has officiated several Celtic matches this season, including a controversial game where he issued a red card to Celtic defender Auston Trusty. This semi-final is expected to be tightly contested, reflecting the competitive nature of their previous encounters.
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This match will be crucial for Celtic as they aim to secure their place in the final of the Scottish Cup, which could significantly boost team morale and fan support.
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