Police Intervene as Celtic and Rangers Fans Clash at Ibrox

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Arabic version: تدخل الشرطة بعد اشتباك مشجعي سيلتيك ورينجرز في إيبروكس

Celtic and Rangers fans clashed during a pitch invasion following an Old Firm match at Ibrox. Fans of the Parkhead side initially celebrated their victory by spilling onto the pitch after a 4-2 win on penalties. However, the situation escalated when Rangers fans joined the fracas, resulting in flares being thrown.

Police and stewards formed a barricade between the two groups to restore order. Fortunately, the disorder settled down relatively quickly, with fans returning to their respective stands without further incident.

This match marked a significant moment as it was the first time Celtic supporters were allocated the full Broomloan Stand at Ibrox since 2018, when their allocation was reduced to fewer than 1,000. Traditionally, around 7,500 Celtic fans filled the stand for Old Firm derbies, but away allocations have fluctuated in recent years due to a series of tit-for-tat moves between the clubs.

According to BBC News, the tension between the two fanbases continues to be a significant aspect of these matchups, reflecting the intense rivalry that characterizes Scottish football.

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