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Matthew Fulton

Ange Postecoglou responds to Michael Beale referee 'pressure' claim as Celtic boss gives measured reply

Ange Postecoglou doesn't 'understand' where Michael Beale is coming from when he talks about potential pressure on the referee in the Old Firm derby.

The Celtic boss insists his focus lies solely on the action as the Hoops look to retain their unbeaten run against their rivals and deal a hammer blow to Rangers' hopes of a pathway back to the title in the process. Postecoglou's men, who haven't lost since September, can go twelve clear with a win in the huge derby clash having already secured the Viaplay Cup and with one eye on the Scottish Cup semi-final.

Beale suggested this week that, due to the lockout of away fans confirmed for the remainder of the league Old Firm derbies this season, referee Kevin Clancy and officials in general are under a 'huge amount of pressure'. But Postecoglou insists he doesn't worry about that factor.

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