Rod Stewart Urges Old Firm Fans to Maintain Good Behavior for Scottish Premiership Title Run-In
Rod Stewart, a devoted Celtic fan, has urged fans of both Old Firm clubs to maintain good behavior during the Scottish Premiership title run-in. He hopes that by doing so, away supporters can soon return to the fixture. The plea comes after a violent pitch invasion by the Union Bears ultras group at Ibrox in March, which led to clashes with stewards and police. Celtic responded by withholding the ticket allocation for Rangers and requested that tickets not be sold to the ultras group, a request that was denied.
Rod Stewart expressed his disappointment in the behavior at the cup match, calling it "archaic." He emphasized the importance of fans coming together and behaving well in the upcoming Old Firm matches. Stewart highlighted the absence of away supporters and the impact it has on the atmosphere at the games. He encouraged all supporters to make a united effort to ensure a positive environment in the next three matches and elevate Scottish football to where it belongs.
The disorder at Ibrox on March 8 involved flares being fired into the crowd and attacks on fans, police officers, and stadium staff. Following the game, there was further violence outside the stadium. Police Scotland launched Operation Moonglint to identify those responsible, leading to the arrest of 20 individuals. Despite the incidents, Celtic managed to secure a 2-1 victory against Hibs, setting the stage for a crucial match against Rangers at Parkhead.
As the title race intensifies, Celtic and Rangers will face off in a highly anticipated match with only home fans in attendance. The outcome of this match could have significant implications for the title race, with Hearts also in contention. Rod Stewart's call for fans to behave themselves and create a positive atmosphere is crucial as Scottish football aims to showcase its best qualities in the remaining matches. Let's hope for a safe and exciting conclusion to the season.