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| Jumpship | Mar 3 2011, 02:56 PM Post #1 |
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Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond has labelled scenes at the latest clash between Celtic and Rangers "disgraceful". you should watch the video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qkiwh_ysPdY Celtic boss Neil Lennon and Rangers assistant manager Ally McCoist had to be separated after the 1-0 home win, in which three players were sent off. And the two clubs will be brought before Scottish government and police representatives in a summit to discuss the violent disorder surrounding Old Firm matches. First Minister Alex Salmond told the Scottish Parliament: "The disgraceful scenes last night cannot be ignored. "In terms of how people's actions have an impact on society, the fans of football matches are representatives of their clubs, the players at football matches are role models for society, and the management of football clubs have a particular responsibility. It is the responsibility of us all, not just football, to do everything we can to reduce the violence and end the sectarianism that, sadly, is still ruining lives and is an embarrassment to our country. Assistant Chief Constable Campbell Corrigan "They are people in positions of responsibility and they must - absolutely must - behave responsibly." The meeting, which will also involve Scotland's football authorities, is due to take place in Edinburgh next week. It was prompted by a request from Strathclyde Police. The force has long expressed concern at the violent disorder, particularly domestic abuse, triggered by the passions associated with a Celtic-Rangers game. Assistant Chief Constable Campbell Corrigan said: "There can be no doubt that the levels of drunken violence that have blighted our communities and the number of people who have been arrested due to their sectarian behaviour is simply unacceptable. Something has to be done. A number of full-blooded tackles heightened tensions during the game "It is the responsibility of us all, not just football, to do everything we can to reduce the violence and end the sectarianism that, sadly, is still ruining lives and is an embarrassment to our country." A total of 13 players received yellow cards during the ill-tempered Scottish Cup fifth round tie, before Lennon and McCoist squared up to each other at the final whistle. The Scottish Football Association condemned the on-field behaviour last night as "inflammatory and irresponsible". SFA chief executive Stewart Regan said: "I was both saddened and deeply embarrassed to witness the scenes that unfolded during what is supposed to be Scottish football's flagship fixture. "These images were broadcast around the world and show our game in a poor light." Scotland's Police Federation, which represents officers on the beat, has called for future Old Firm games to be played behind closed doors. |
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