Celtic to speak to police after fans denied match entry

Celtic has said it will speak to Police Scotland after 90 fans were denied entry to Sunday's Old Firm match after refusing to be searched by officers.

The football club said it had received complaints from supporters about policing "away from Celtic Park" and it would be reviewing the concerns.

Officers were granted special powers ahead of the game to stop fans they believed to be under "reasonable suspicion" of committing a crime.

Rangers went on to win the match 3-2, the Ibrox club's first victory at the home of their rivals since October 2020.

Celtic said in a statement: "Celtic Football Club has received complaints regarding the policing operation concerning yesterday's match, specifically events away from Celtic Park.

"It is important that these matters are addressed and the Club will be engaging in discussions with supporters and Police Scotland to understand the circumstances and events."

Celtic also said it had "raised concerns" about celebrations from some of the Rangers players when the winner was scored.

A footballer wearing a blue shift, white shorts and black and red socks kicks a ball towards a goalkeeper's top left-hand corner as three players, wearing green and white hoops fail to stop him. — Rangers' Hamza Igamane scored a dramatic late winner for Rangers [PA Media]

Ahead of the Scottish Premiership clash, police confirmed that temporary powers under Section 60 of the Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994 had been authorised.

It allowed officers to search those they believe to be under "reasonable suspicion" of committing a crime, planning a crime or in possession of a "prohibited article".

Ch Supt Stevie Dolan, who led the policing operation, thanked the majority of fans for their good conduct and said searches were "undertaken proportionately".

He added: "It was necessary to apply containment tactics to maintain public safety and deal effectively with those intent on disruption or non-compliance with relevant legislation."

Ch Supt Dolan said a "significant number" of pyrotechnics were seized during the operation.

The Old Firm match was the first attended by away fans since 2023 following a ticket dispute between the Glasgow clubs.

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