At Parkhead, Rangers’ title hopes were dashed by John Lundstram’s ‘unnecessary’ red card, which was lamented by Philippe Clement. Only minutes before halftime, and shortly after the Gers had pegged one back, Lundstram, 30, unleashed a violent lunge on Celtic’s Alistair Johnston, earning him an early bath. Ibrox coach Clement acknowledged that Lundstram should have known better, particularly at such a pivotal moment in the game, but he had no issues with referee Willie Collum’s ruling. After the game, the midfielder was heartbroken in the locker room. Clement now has to motivate his team for the two remaining league games before the Old Firm Scottish Cup Final on May 25.
“It’s more difficult when you have to play with 10 men, and that is something I never want to see,” the Belgian stated. Everyone in the group knows that, but Lunny is the first to know it. That kind of tackle has no place on the field, in my opinion. It was completely superfluous.
“It was a player’s one-second mistake in judgment. However, I also remember the contributions he has made to the Rangers over the past few months and the entire season. He is the first to admit that he is mistaken. It had absolutely no justification.”He remained silent after that. He is obviously disappointed. That’s how he’ll feel, like he’s let his teammates down. However, I have also experienced times in my career when it was not warranted to receive a red card. John has a lot of experience. He knows and I'”Maybe he wanted to fight a little bit too much and take the team with him.”
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