Bobby Madden names 4 Rangers vs Celtic referee candidates as he removes two from the ballot

Former top referee Bobby Madden has narrowed the candidates to take charge of Sunday’s mammoth Old Firm derby at Ibrox down to just four.

Madden posted a poll on his Instagram page, inviting fans to predict who they think will be handed the huge task of taking charge of the clash between fierce rivals Rangers and Celtic in a match that could go a long way to deciding this season’s Scottish Premiership title race.

He ruled out both Don Robertson and Nick Walsh as they have each taken charge of the two derbies so far this season. And that leaves John Beaton, Kevin Clancy, Willie Collum or Steven McLean. The decision is set to be revealed today when the Scottish Football Association announce their latest batch of referee appointments. And Madden added “Internet will break no matter who is announced at around 10.30am.” At time of publishing, John Beaton was the clear leader with 43 per cent of votes, with Willie Collum on 22 per cent, Kevin Clancy on 21 per cent and Steven McLean last on 14 per cent.

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