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McGinn's Penalty Appeal Denied by Referee

McGinn's Penalty Appeal Denied by Referee

20 June 2026

In a controversial moment during the match against Morocco, referee Ilgiz Tantashev informed Scotland midfielder John McGinn that his appeal for a penalty was rejected due to the ball being deemed out of play. This revelation comes from McGinn's brother, Stephen, who reported on the incident following the game. The decision has sparked discussions among fans and pundits alike, with many questioning the clarity of the rules regarding when a penalty can be awarded.