Philippe Clement addressed criticisms of his team’s conduct during and after the recent Old Firm match at Auchenhowie. He responded to accusations of Fabio Silva’s simulation during the intense 3-3 draw, stating that critics saw only what they wanted to see. Clement also addressed the backlash regarding Rangers’ “lap of honour” after failing to win, expressing disbelief at the criticism.
The sight of Rangers celebrating after Sunday’s derby, particularly after Rabbi Matondo’s late equalizer, drew scorn from biased observers, according to Clement. He emphasized the significance of the goal in preventing Celtic from gaining a four-point lead and potentially deciding the title race.
Clement focused on the positive aspects of the match as his team prepared for their upcoming game against Dundee. He highlighted the rarity of a team coming back from two goals down in an Old Firm match, noting the resilience and determination shown by his players.
Regarding criticisms of Silva’s actions and the penalty awarded to Rangers, Clement defended the decision, stating that neutral observers and experts agreed with the penalty call. He also addressed concerns about Silva’s behavior, attributing it to his youth and emotional nature rather than a cultural issue.
Overall, Clement dismissed the colored opinions and focused on the performance and resilience shown by his team during the match.
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