Pat Nevin’s comments during a pitch invasion in Celtic’s 3-1 victory against Hearts on the final day of the William Hill Scottish Premiership season fell below the BBC's editorial standards of accuracy, the broadcaster has determined.

During live co-commentary for BBC Radio 5 Live, Nevin stated that "two or three" Celtic supporters had punched Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland amid chaotic scenes at Celtic Park, where fans celebrated Callum Osmand’s decisive goal that secured the title.

His remarks drew complaints from listeners, prompting an internal inquiry. The BBC concluded that:

• Nevin's comments were incorrect and lacked verification at the moment.
• An Executive Complaints Unit reviewed the situation, noting that Nevin acknowledged his error.
• The chaotic nature of the match led to an honest mistake in the heat of the moment.

Following the inquiry, Nevin apologized for his statement in his BBC Sport newsletter, expressing regret for the misunderstanding. He clarified that he misinterpreted the situation, believing he saw a punch thrown when it was likely just a confrontation among fans.

Nevin expressed his intention to apologize directly to the supporters affected by his comments, emphasizing that goading is not the same as physical violence. He accepted responsibility for his error and reiterated his apologies to those offended.