McInnes revelation uncovered as SFA release Celtic v Hearts audio to dismiss theory
glasgowworld.com
When the SFA released the referee audio from Celtic v Hearts, they inadvertently exposed how institutional transparency can either quash or fuel conspiracy thinking — and this case shows exactly why.
Backfire EffectInstitutional TransparencyConspiracy TheoryInformation Deficit Model
Theory Briefing
- The SFA released referee audio from the Celtic v Hearts match specifically to debunk a circulating 'abandoned game' conspiracy theory.
- Derek McInnes' revelation, uncovered in the audio, adds a credible insider dimension that transparency was meant to neutralise but may complicate.
- Releasing official evidence to counter a narrative is a classic institutional debunking move — but research shows it can sometimes backfire and entrench belief.