Celtic twice surrendered their lead to draw 2-2 with the Fulham reserves on Thursday, in a match that saw no decision being deferred to the VAR's confirmation, although the technology was in place. SihleNdebeleSK
Though it didn't play a part in match eventually, Bloemfontein Celtic's MultiChoice Diski Challenge side became the first SA team to experience the controversial video assistant referee .
Celtic twice surrendered their lead to draw 2-2 with the Fulham reserves on Thursday, in a match that saw no decision being deferred to the VAR's confirmation, although the technology was in place. The Free State side therefore became the first local team to play in a match where this system was operating.
Celtic are in the UK after winning the South African reserve league title in February. The tour forms part of their reward as champions. The performance at London's Motspur Park was a much improved from the 2-1 defeat that they suffered against West Ham United on Monday.
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