Celtic vs Falkirk referee officially announced by the SFA

Ryan Lee <i>(Image: Shutterstock)</i>
Ryan Lee (Image: Shutterstock)
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The Scottish Football Association has announced the officiating team for Celtic's match against Falkirk.

Martin O'Neill's side will play its first post-split game of the Scottish Premiership season against John McGlynn's team on Saturday, having already bested them three times this season.

The team's winning margins have included 4-0 and 4-1 victories at home and a narrow 1-0 triumph at Falkirk Stadium.

Celtic has scored nine goals in these encounters.

The governing body confirmed Ryan Lee, who has officiated two Celtic games this season, will be the on-field referee.

Lee previously presided over Celtic's 4-0 win against Falkirk at Parkhead in October, and their extra-time victory over Dundee earlier this year.

Jonathan Bell and Dougie Potter will join him as linesmen on the respective touchlines.

In their recent encounters against Falkirk, in addition to the October match, Lee was also referee for Falkirk's 1-0 victory over Kilmarnock in December, and their 3-2 loss against Dundee United in February.

This includes the already mentioned match against Celtic.

Away from the on-field action, Chris Graham will be in charge of VAR, supported by Greg Aitken at Clydesdale House.

Kick-off for the Saturday game at Celtic Park is slated for 5.30pm.

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