Scottish Premiership: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon Condemns 'Mindless' Old Firm Violence
2 years, 9 months ago

Scottish Premiership: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon Condemns 'Mindless' Old Firm Violence

News 18  

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has slammed the Rangers fans who threw objects onto the pitch during Sunday’s Old Firm defeat by Celtic at Ibrox for their “mindless, thuggish behaviour”. Celtic won 2-1 to inflict the first home league defeat on their arch Glasgow rivals for two years and took a step closer to regaining the Scottish Premiership title. “It’s mindless, thuggish behaviour and it has no place in any civilised society.” She said the violence was a matter “for the football authorities and potentially for the police and criminal justice authorities.” The First Minister added: “Regardless of what team you support… people should be able to enjoy football. “Behaviour like that whether it’s at an Old Firm match or any other football match besmirches that.” Read all the Latest Sports News and Breaking News here

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Missiles, violence in Glasgow city centre precede Celtics vs Rangers Scottish Cup final - Football News
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Missiles, violence in Glasgow city centre precede Celtics vs Rangers Scottish Cup final - Football News

The Hindu  

Police said missiles were thrown at officers during violent scenes in Glasgow on Sunday ahead of the Scottish League Cup final between rivals Celtic and Rangers. Police said there were also reports of broken windows and that officers would use stop and search powers to “prevent disorder and serious violence.” Videos shared on social media appeared to show flares let …

STEPHEN McGOWAN: After humiliating week for Scottish football, is it time to admit that Derek Adams was right?
3 months ago

STEPHEN McGOWAN: After humiliating week for Scottish football, is it time to admit that Derek Adams was right?

Daily Mail  

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Roy Keane tears into Scotland and accuses Andy Robertson of talking 'rubbish' in sensational rant after 5-1 drubbing by Germany, as Graeme Souness sends warning after Steve Clarke's men 'took a beatin
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Roy Keane tears into Scotland and accuses Andy Robertson of talking 'rubbish' in sensational rant after 5-1 drubbing by Germany, as Graeme Souness sends warning after Steve Clarke's men 'took a beatin

Daily Mail  

Roy Keane torched Scotland's players for 'letting down supporters' after their 5-1 destruction by Germany - and ripped into Andy Robertson for his post-match comments. Roy Keane and Graeme Souness slammed Scotland after their 5-1 loss to Germany The Tartan Army were handed an embarrassing defeat to the hosts on the opening night 😤 "It's no good saying 'we had …

Rangers remain frustrated by silence following VAR incident in derby defeat
1 year ago

Rangers remain frustrated by silence following VAR incident in derby defeat

The Independent  

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Graeme Souness lambasts Celtic fans behaviour during this weekend's tributes to The Queen
2 years, 3 months ago

Graeme Souness lambasts Celtic fans behaviour during this weekend's tributes to The Queen

Daily Mail  

They unveiled anti-monarchy banners before their match against Shaktar Celtic have yet to comment on the banners and jeers from their supporters Graeme Souness insists the behaviour of Celtic fans following the death of the Queen has damaged the club 'beyond belief'. Graeme Souness says Celtic are the unacceptable face of football after behaviour of fans Celtic supporters held up …

EURO 2020: Scotland aims to banish blight of sectarian songs
3 years, 7 months ago

EURO 2020: Scotland aims to banish blight of sectarian songs

Associated Press  

The most anticipated summer in Scottish soccer in a generation started with a public outbreak of perhaps its deepest-rooted problem. “But mid-pandemic, in a city with cases on the rise, it was also selfish beyond belief.” Scottish Football Association president Rod Petrie said “those responsible … cannot be considered football fans.” Scotland will get a chance to repair some reputational …

SNP condemns ‘vile anti-Catholic bigotry’ after Rangers celebrations in Glasgow
3 years, 7 months ago

SNP condemns ‘vile anti-Catholic bigotry’ after Rangers celebrations in Glasgow

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “I’m limited as to what I can say this morning because there’s an ongoing police …

‘Disgusted is an understatement’: Sturgeon hits out at Rangers fans following Glasgow celebrations
3 years, 7 months ago

‘Disgusted is an understatement’: Sturgeon hits out at Rangers fans following Glasgow celebrations

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Scotland’s first minister has condemned the “violence, vandalism and vile …

Rangers fans forced from Glasgow George Square in ‘disgraceful scenes’
3 years, 7 months ago

Rangers fans forced from Glasgow George Square in ‘disgraceful scenes’

The Independent  

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Rangers urge fans not to gather to celebrate Scottish Premiership title
3 years, 7 months ago

Rangers urge fans not to gather to celebrate Scottish Premiership title

The Independent  

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Steven Gerard's Rangers Win 1st Scottish Premiership in 10 Years After Celtic's Draw vs Dundee
3 years, 10 months ago

Steven Gerard's Rangers Win 1st Scottish Premiership in 10 Years After Celtic's Draw vs Dundee

News 18  

Rangers‘ first Scottish Premiership title for 10 years was confirmed Sunday after Celtic‘s drew 0-0 at Dundee United to stand 20 points behind their Glasgow rivals with six games left to play. Steven Gerrard’s men have stormed to the title without losing a game to end Celtic’s record-equalling nine consecutive Scottish league titles. “This club has been to hell and …

Celtic condemn fans throwing missiles after cup defeat as protests against manager Neil Lennon grow
4 years, 1 month ago

Celtic condemn fans throwing missiles after cup defeat as protests against manager Neil Lennon grow

The Independent  

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Rangers boss Steven Gerrard backs Nicola Sturgeon’s calls for Old Firm derby against Celtic to air on free TV
4 years, 2 months ago

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard backs Nicola Sturgeon’s calls for Old Firm derby against Celtic to air on free TV

The Independent  

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