The BBC has concluded that comments made by pundit Pat Nevin during coverage of Celtic's Scottish Premiership title-clinching victory over Hearts fell short of the broadcaster's editorial standards for accuracy, following a formal review of listener complaints.
The controversy stems from the final day of the season, when Celtic secured a 3-1 win at Celtic Park to be crowned champions. As Callum Osmand netted the goal that sealed the title, jubilant home supporters streamed onto the pitch in celebratory scenes that quickly turned chaotic. Amid the confusion, Nevin, working as co-commentator for BBC Radio 5 Live, told listeners that