There’s always someone saying one side gets every decision. To be fair, you hear it from away fans and home fans, Aberdeen mates included. The argument isn’t that officials are plotting for one club — it’s more about human nature. Big crowds, big noise, and split-second calls. That’s the bit I think actually matters, not some deep, organised bias.

Why people see a conspiracy

When you’re sat in a packed stadium and a tight call goes against your team, it feels personal. Fans amplify every mistake, and rival supporters do the same in reverse. You can understand why someone from another club would laugh at the idea that only one side gets decisions — they often feel aggrieved too. It becomes a tribal thing: everyone thinks the ref favours the other lot.

Referees are human, not robots

Refs try to be impartial, but they’re not immune to atmosphere. A big Ibrox or Celtic crowd creates pressure; it’s subconscious, and it can affect the split-second judgements officials make. That’s not an accusation of corruption — it’s simple psychology. It’s the same reason players lift their game in front of huge crowds. The presence of noise, momentum and emotion nudges decisions more often than anyone wants to admit.

Keep the debate honest

I enjoy the discussion and don’t think people need to apologise for feeling strongly. You can argue your point without claiming a conspiracy. Saying the crowd has influence isn’t the same as saying referees are biased on purpose. If we stick to that distinction, the chat stays useful rather than poisonous. Here on Rangers News Views there’s room for that kind of honest, sometimes heated, debate.

At the end of the day, supporters will always feel wronged by some calls. You can laugh about it with your mates, agree with the other side occasionally, and still be confident you’re right. That’s football — and why the arguments never go away.

Written by Angus1812: 27 March 2026

Tags: spfl opinion