THE SPFL RELEASE WHAT BOJAN MIOVSKI SAID TO ROBBIES DEAS ON THE PITCH,IT IS TERRIBLE

“It Made Me Uncomfortable All Game” — SPFL Confirms What Was Said Between Bojan Miovski and Robbie Deas

What was meant to be a routine Scottish Premiership clash between Kilmarnock and Rangers took a far more uncomfortable turn after full-time, when one senior defender spoke publicly about words exchanged on the pitch that he felt crossed a line. The reaction was immediate, emotional, and loud — and now the SPFL has officially confirmed what was said.

Robbie Deas did not mince his words.

“What he said to me really made me feel uncomfortable throughout the match. It’s not okay,” the Kilmarnock defender revealed after the defeat at Rugby Park.

At first, fans were left guessing. Was it typical football trash talk taken too personally? Or was it something more serious — something that demanded intervention from the league itself?

As speculation swirled, social media erupted, and pressure mounted on the authorities, the SPFL stepped in. Within 48 hours, they issued a formal statement confirming the nature of the comment allegedly made by Rangers striker Bojan Miovski.

And according to the league, it was serious enough to warrant review — though not, at this stage, formal disciplinary action.

This is what happened, what was said, and why the incident has sparked one of the most uncomfortable conversations of the Premiership season.

A Match That Was Never Just About the Scoreline

The football itself was brutally one-sided. Rangers left Ayrshire with a convincing 3–0 victory, goals from Miovski (twice) and a late strike sealing the points.

But beneath the surface, tensions were simmering long before the final whistle.

From early in the first half, several confrontations flared up between players in orange and blue. Referees were forced into repeated interventions, and teammates could be seen pulling players apart after dead-ball incidents.

Most of it looked like standard physical football — until one exchange stood out.

Cameras caught Deas and Miovski locked in an intense face-to-face moment, with the referee stepping in and other players intervening. At the time, commentators brushed it off as heated competitiveness.

Deas, however, left the pitch visibly shaken.

Robbie Deas Breaks His Silence

Speaking after the match, Deas made it clear that this was not a case of bruised ego or hard words in the heat of battle.

“This wasn’t normal football chat,” he said.

“It was personal. It stuck with me the whole game. I couldn’t just forget it and move on.”

That alone raised eyebrows. Players at this level hear insults weekly — jibes about form, ability, or mistakes are part of the profession.

But Deas was adamant that this remark crossed an invisible but important boundary.

When asked whether he would repeat what was said, he declined.

“That’s not my job. That’s for the authorities now.”

And it was.

SPFL Confirms the Comment

Following a review of match officials’ reports, audio from pitch-side microphones, and statements from both clubs, the SPFL released their findings.

In a carefully worded statement, the league confirmed that Miovski directed a personal verbal comment toward Deas referencing a private family matter, making it unrelated to football performance or in-game actions.

The SPFL clarified that:

• The comment was not racist or discriminatory
• It did not contain threats of violence
• However, it did involve personal information that caused distress

The league described the remark as:

“Inappropriate and ill-judged language that goes beyond acceptable competitive exchange.”

That confirmation alone validated Deas’ reaction — and immediately divided opinion across Scottish football.

Why This Matters: Football’s “Grey Area”

Football has always existed in a strange moral grey area.

Players are expected to be tough, resilient, and unfazed by psychological pressure. At the same time, leagues now insist on higher standards of behavior, respect, and mental wellbeing.

This incident sits directly in that tension.

Supporters defending Miovski argue:

• Pitch talk is ruthless by nature
• Players use anything they can to gain advantage
• If it isn’t discriminatory, it shouldn’t be punished

Others disagree strongly.

They argue that:

• Family matters are off-limits
• Mental discomfort is a legitimate issue
• Normalizing this behavior invites darker consequences

Former professionals have weighed in too, many admitting that while such comments were once common, the game has changed.

One ex-defender summed it up bluntly:

“Football chat is about football. The moment you bring someone’s life into it, you’ve lost the argument.”

Rangers’ Internal Response

Rangers, aware of the growing attention, acted quickly behind the scenes.

While they have not issued a public apology on Miovski’s behalf, the club confirmed that:

• They cooperated fully with the SPFL investigation
• Internal discussions were held with the player
• Standards of conduct were “reiterated clearly”

Crucially, Miovski himself did not deny the comment.

Instead, sources close to the club suggest he expressed regret for the impact of his words, even if he felt no malicious intent at the time.

That distinction may explain why the SPFL stopped short of punishment.

Why There’s No Ban (For Now)

Despite the seriousness of the situation, Miovski will not face a suspension — at least not immediately.

The SPFL explained that the comment, while inappropriate, did not breach current regulations tightly enough to justify retrospective punishment.

That has prompted renewed calls for clearer guidelines on verbal conduct.

“There is a gap in the rules,” one pundit noted.

“And this incident has found it.”

Deas himself has not openly called for a ban — but he did issue a warning.

“If we accept this as normal, we’re heading backwards.”

Reaction From Fans: Mixed, Angry, Emotional

As expected, fan reaction has been explosive.

Some Rangers supporters dismissed the story outright as “soft” or “media-driven.” Others accepted the wrongdoing but feel it’s being exaggerated because of the player involved.

Meanwhile, many neutral fans — and a large portion of Kilmarnock supporters — rallied firmly behind Deas.

Mental health advocates have also weighed in, praising Deas for speaking up rather than staying silent in fear of criticism.

The message was clear:

Feeling uncomfortable is not weakness.

What Happens Next?

This incident is unlikely to end quietly.

The SPFL has already confirmed it will:

• Review language guidelines
• Consult clubs on tightening standards
• Consider education programs for players

Robbie Deas, meanwhile, has returned to training with the backing of teammates and staff.

And Bojan Miovski? He continues to play — but with his behavior now firmly under the microscope.

Final Thoughts

Football thrives on passion, aggression, and emotion. But moments like this remind us that there must be a line — even in the fiercest competition.

This was not about red cards or tackles.

It wasn’t about goals or defeats.

It was about words — and the weight they can carry.

And as Robbie Deas made clear, some words don’t fade when the final whistle blows.