Ross County 2-2 Celtic: Controversial late penalty denies visitors

Patrick Roberts celebrates after he scores his side's second goal against Ross County

Celtic maintained their unbeaten domestic record this season despite conceding a controversial late penalty to draw 2-2 with Ross County on Sunday.

Kieran Tierney put the champions ahead with a fine strike from distance in the 34th minute.
Michael Gardyne headed in an equaliser after half-time, but substitute Patrick Roberts looked to have scored the winner with 12 minutes remaining. However, Ross County were awarded a late penalty when Alex Schalk went down in the box under what appeared to be little contact.

Scott Brown receives a red card for his challenge on Liam Boyce

Liam Boyce converted and, perhaps still incensed by the awarding of the penalty, Celtic captain Scott Brown was sent off in injury-time for a lunge on Boyce.
Brown is now likely to miss the next two matches, both against Rangers, the first in the Scottish Cup semi-final and the second in the league, as Celtic aim to stay unbeaten and win a domestic treble.
Looking to build momentum ahead of the Scottish Cup clash, Brendan Rodgers named a strong starting side, with Tom Rogic making his first start since December and Moussa Dembele also in the XI for the champions, who were given a guard of the honour on their way out.
Ross County had taken four points from their last two games, but they were on the back foot for almost the entirety of the first half.

POSTED BY:OPUOMONI PRIYE
DATE:04/16/2017