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Police separate Celtic and Rangers fans after Ibrox pitch invasion

Police separate Celtic and Rangers fans after Ibrox pitch invasion

Summary

Police stopped a fight between Celtic and Rangers fans during a pitch invasion after a game at Ibrox Stadium. The clash happened after Celtic won on penalties, but the situation calmed down as fans returned to their seats.

Key Facts

  • Celtic and Rangers fans clashed during a pitch invasion at Ibrox Stadium.
  • The incident occurred after Celtic won against Rangers with a 4-2 penalty score.
  • Police and stewards formed a barricade to separate the two groups of fans.
  • Flares were thrown during the disturbance.
  • The situation settled quickly with fans returning to the stands.
  • This was the first time since 2018 that Celtic fans had the full allotment of seats in the Broomloan Stand at Ibrox.
  • In recent years, seat allocations for Celtic fans at Ibrox and Rangers fans at Celtic Park have varied greatly.

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