Celtic to appeal Auston Trusty's red card during loss to Hibs

Celtic has confirmed it will be appealing Auston Trusty’s red card, which he received for violent conduct during the loss to Hibernian at Easter Road on Sunday.

The centre back was given his marching orders with just 15 minutes left to play after an incident involving Hibs midfielder Jamie McGrath.

During a corner, the American appeared to strike the Hibs player in the arm. Following VAR intervention, Matthew MacDermid showed Trusty a red card.

Ten-man Celtic could not hold out for a draw in Edinburgh and fell further behind Hearts and Rangers in the title race after Kai Andrews scored the winner for the Hibees.

The Hoops has confirmed on social media that they are set to submit an appeal to the SFA to overturn the decision.

The statement read: “Celtic FC can confirm that we will be submitting an appeal to the SFA in relation to the red card imposed on Auston Trusty during yesterday’s match.

“The Club believes that the player was wrongfully dismissed and that the decision was reached following VAR intervention.”