Celtic’s Albian Ajeti charged with diving to win penalty

The striker faces a ban if found to be guilty of simulation.

Celtic’s Albian Ajeti charged with diving to win penalty — Celtic were awarded a penalty after Ajeti was judged to have been fouled. SNS Group

4th Feb 2021

Celtic striker Albian Ajeti has been charged with simulation by the Scottish FA.

The forward went to ground after a challenge by Colin Doyle during his side’s 4-0 win over Kilmarnock on Tuesday night and Celtic were awarded by referee Kevin Clancy.

Odsonne Edouard scored from the spot for his side’s second goal of the night, though Doyle protested his innocence.

The incident has now been reviewed by the SFA’s compliance officer and Ajeti and Celtic now have the choice between accepting a two-match suspension or arguing their case at a hearing on Monday February 8.

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