UNHINGED: Hearts Fan Media's SUPERB Celtic & John Beaton Conspiracy Theory!
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When rival fans cry referee conspiracy, they're not just venting — they're textbook examples of how tribal identity warps our perception of fairness in real time.
Motivated ReasoningIn-Group BiasConspiracy Theory PsychologyTribalism
Theory Briefing
- Hearts fan media accused referee John Beaton of bias toward Celtic, a classic case of in-group victimhood narrative.
- The 'mask slipping' framing reveals how motivated reasoning turns neutral officiating decisions into confirmation of pre-held beliefs.
- Conspiracy theories thrive in sports rivalries because tribal identity makes impartial judgment feel personally threatening to fans.