Police condemn ‘shameful’ behaviour of Celtic and Rangers fans in Ibrox clashes

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by PA MediaMarch 8, 2026 at 08:41 PM

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Following the Scottish Cup quarter-final between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox, Police Scotland condemned the "shameful" behavior of some fans, leading to arrests. Clashes occurred on the pitch after Celtic's penalty shootout victory, sparked by Celtic fans invading the pitch and followed by a response from Rangers supporters. Police and stewards faced hostility and violence, with reports of injuries and individuals using items to cause harm. Authorities are investigating the pitch invasion, disorder, and an incident where fans entered the Broomloan Road stand without tickets, causing security delays. The match saw Celtic allocated their largest number of tickets at Ibrox since 2018, with 7,500 away fans in attendance.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Steve Welsh 30% Broomloan Road stand ×250% Scottish Football Association 60% Scottish Cup ×270% Kate Stephen 70% Ibrox ×580% Police Scotland ×390% Celtic ×690% Rangers ×490%

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football violence 90% fan clashes 80% police investigation 70% arrests 70% pitch invasion 70% football supporters 60% scottish cup 60% ibrox 50% stadium security 50%

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Very Negative

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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Ibrox

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