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Police Chief Slams 'Shameful' Scenes at Ibrox
Police Scotland condemned the violence after Celtic's 4-2 penalty win at Ibrox with several arrests and injuries among officers, staff, and supporters, officials said.
- Following Celtic's penalty win, Police Scotland called supporter invasions at Ibrox 'shameful' and pledged a thorough investigation with clubs and the Scottish Football Association.
- Celtic supporters rushed the pitch after the penalty win and were quickly followed by Rangers supporters, with hundreds charging towards the Broomloan Road stand after some of the 7,500 visiting supporters ran onto the pitch.
- Police officers and stewards faced extreme hostility, with several requiring medical assistance and one carried from the pitch, while Premier Sports said 'One of the Celtic coaching staff has been attacked by an individual.'
- The Scottish Football Association condemned supporter disorder and said an investigation will be carried out immediately, while Police Scotland urged witnesses to contact 101 and said they will work with both clubs.
- Supporters involved in flares and bottle-throwing threw objects towards the Broomloan Stand, with graffiti mocking the 1971 Ibrox disaster and a burned tifo, raising concerns; arrests have been made and authorities say they will track down those responsible.
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