John Beaton
Born: January 9, 1982 (age 39)
Nationality: 
Scottish
ScottishRole: Referee
Over the last 12 months John Beaton has refereed 38 games, comprising 3 Scottish League Cup games, 1 Scottish Premiership Playoffs game, 4 Scottish Cup games, 4 Europa League games, 1 Nations League game, 21 Scottish Premiership games and 4 Scottish Championship games. In addition he has been the Fourth Official 9 times.
During this period he has issued 149 yellow cards at a rate of 3.92 per game and 5 red cards at a rate of 0.13 per game.
Recent Record:
Sports Mole has 39 articles about John Beaton. Articles 1 to 39:
Result: Celtic 2-6 West Ham: Hammers run riot at Celtic Park
Callum McGregor had opened the scoring for Ange Postecoglou's side.
Jul 24, 18:16
Result: St Johnstone 0-1 Aberdeen: Jonny Hayes propels visitors closer to third
The Dons were narrow 1-0 winners away to St Johnstone.
Apr 10, 17:15
Result: Celtic 3-0 Falkirk: Champions kickstart cup defence with routine win
James Forrest, Ryan Christie and Mohamed Elyounoussi all scored in the second half.
Apr 3, 21:58
John Hughes jokingly tells Ross County to wear Speedos amid diving decisions
John Hughes felt Hibernian attacker Martin Boyle conned referee John Beaton for the penalty that allowed him to equalise in Dingwall on Saturday.
Mar 16, 20:31
John Hughes hits out at penalty decision in Hibs defeat
Martin Boyle scored from the spot to kick-start the visitors' fightback.
Mar 13, 18:40
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard accepts one-game ban
The decision leaves Steven Gerrard free to take his place in the Celtic Park dugout later this month.
Mar 5, 20:06
Steven Gerrard free to take charge against Celtic despite one-game ban offer
The decision leaves Steven Gerrard free to take his place in the Celtic Park dugout later this month.
Mar 5, 16:26
Rangers lodge appeal over Alfredo Morelos booking
The Ibrox striker was shown a yellow card just before half-time on Wednesday night.
Mar 4, 15:38
Steven Gerrard slams referee John Beaton following sending off
The Light Blues boss was sent off at half-time at the Tony Macaroni Arena.
Mar 3, 21:30
Result: Livingston 0-1 Rangers: Steven Gerrard sent off in win for leaders
The former Liverpool skipper was not happy with referee John Beaton.
Mar 3, 20:23
Result: Motherwell 0-3 St Johnstone: David Wotherspoon injury sours dominant win
The key midfielder could be a doubt for next Sunday's Betfred Cup final.
Feb 20, 17:06
Ross County's Michael Gardyne to face no action over Morelos comments
The 35-year-old denied saying anything discriminatory during the game on December 6 amid accusations that he had used a homophobic slur.
Jan 25, 19:30
Derek McInnes insists referee was correct with yellow, red card calls
Alfredo Morelos' brace sent Rangers 22 points clear at the Premiership summit.
Jan 11, 09:03
Preview: Aberdeen vs. Ross County - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Scottish Premiership clash between Aberdeen and Ross County, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 10, 17:09
Ross County to investigate Michael Gardyne comment
Steven Gerrard claimed: "What was apparently said doesn't belong on a football pitch."
Dec 6, 16:28
Result: Tony Watt scores as Motherwell take the spoils at Livingston
Callum Lang netted the visitors' opener.
Oct 31, 17:06
Five talking points from Rangers' two-goal victory over Celtic
Connor Goldson was the hero for the Light Blues.
Oct 17, 16:42
Old Firm talking points as Celtic prepare to welcome Rangers
The first Old Firm derby of the season will take place behind closed doors at Celtic Park, with leaders Rangers one point ahead of Celtic.
Oct 15, 16:53
Stuart Kettlewell calls for Ross County players to bounce back against Rangers
The Staggies were beaten 3-0 by Aberdeen last week.
Oct 3, 12:46
Result: Alan Forrest scores late winner as Livingston beat Dundee United
Livi's winner came in the 90th minute.
Oct 2, 22:19
Ross County manager Stuart Kettlewell hit with charge from SFA
Stuart Kettlewell was involved in a heated exchange with referee John Beaton after his side's recent 1-0 defeat at Livingston.
Sep 2, 20:00
Callum Davidson talks up importance of discipline after needless Liam Craig dismissal
Liam Craig was sent off against Hibernian last time out.
Aug 28, 15:04
Gary Holt lauds "exceptional" Livi as side notch up fifth win on bounce
Aaron Taylor-Sinclair's second-half header separated the teams.
Feb 1, 18:30
Result: Jack Ross off to winning start as Hibernian boss
Hibs went behind early on but were a goal to the good after 25 minutes.
Nov 23, 17:13
Result: Rangers beat Hearts to set up Old Firm derby cup final against Celtic
The Old Firm rivals will meet at Hampden Park on December 8.
Nov 3, 17:58
Hibernian boss Paul Heckingbottom frustrated by "same story"
Hibs have not won in the Ladbrokes Premiership since the opening day of the season.
Oct 19, 18:12
Result: Struggling Hibernian denied overdue win by Hamilton
Hibs boss Paul Heckingbottom watched from the directors box as Hamilton forced a draw.
Oct 19, 17:48
Celtic "astonished" if action taken over Tom Boyd commentary
Boyd was critical of referee John Beaton on Celtic TV's live coverage of the Hoops' 2-1 extra-time victory over Dunfermline.
Aug 19, 20:52
Celtic face disciplinary action over commentator's referee criticism
Boyd launched scathing criticism of referee John Beaton on Celtic TV's live coverage of the Hoops' 2-1 extra-time victory over Dunfermline.
Aug 19, 18:02
Beaton: I had no choice but to call off Kilmarnock match
Heavy fog made play impossible at Rugby Park.
Feb 27, 21:59
Levein urges wider outlook in search for top Scottish referees
The Hearts boss is concerned about too many officials from the west being appointed to high-profile matches.
Feb 21, 12:49
Police receive complaint over messages received by referee John Beaton
Beaton was in charge of last weekend's Old Firm clash.
Jan 5, 12:24
Old Firm referee calls in police after receiving online abuse
John Beaton has found himself at the centre of controversy after allowing Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos to escape punishment against Celtic.
Jan 4, 21:42
Result: Celtic thrash Aberdeen to claim Scottish League Cup
Celtic thrash Aberdeen 3-0 to win the Scottish League Cup - the Bhoys' 100th major trophy - in Sunday's final at Hampden Park.
Nov 27, 16:54
Mark Warburton faces one-match touchline ban
Rangers manager Mark Warburton is offered a one-match touchline ban by the SFA after confronting referee John Beaton following his side's 2-1 defeat to Aberdeen.
Sep 28, 16:29
Half-Time Report: Goalless between Hibernian, Rangers
Hibernian and Rangers are goalless at half time in their Scottish Premiership playoff semi-final.
May 23, 12:52
Half-Time Report: Livingston take advantage in Scottish Challenge Cup final
Livingston go into half time of the Scottish Challenge Cup final 1-0 up as Scott Pittman gives Mark Burchill's side the advantage against Alloa Athletic.
Apr 5, 16:54
Result: Albion Rovers earn Scottish Cup replay against Rangers
League Two side Albion Rovers hang on for a 1-1 draw at Ibrox, earning a Scottish Cup quarter-final replay against Rangers.
Mar 9, 17:24
Waterlogged pitch causes postponement at Motherwell
Inverness Caledonian Thistle's Scottish Premiership match at Motherwell is postponed due to a waterlogged pitch at Fir Park.
Jan 4, 09:16
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