AND so VAR is almost upon us. There have been calls for patience during the bedding-in period – something which, of course, is not exactly in abundance among Scottish football supporters who see conspiracy theories at every turn.
Certainly when James Sands remained on the pitch for a blatant red card offence on Jordy Hiwula during Rangers 4-0 win over Ross County in August it left those watching it scratching their heads in disbelief.
The introduction of VAR to the SPFL Premiership which will make its debut on Friday night for the game between Hibernian and St Johnstone at Easter Road is a welcome step towards reducing the number of times referees get decisions wrong – or so we are told.
