Police have make a decision on rebel scum’ banner which appeared at ibrox during rangers vs Celtic clash

Police have launched an investigation into a ‘rebel scum’ banner which appeared at Ibrox during Rangers’ clash against Celtic on Sunday.

Prior to kick-off, the Copland Road stand showed a huge banner with a famous photo of former Gers boss Graeme Souness holding a double-barrelled shotgun in the direction of Celtic fans with the words ‘take aim against the rebel scum’.

The force has now confirmed that they are probing the display. A spokesperson said: “We are aware of the banner and enquiries are ongoing.”

Rangers have slammed their own fans for the “unacceptable” display and the supporter who threw a bottle onto the pitch, reports the Record

A Rangers spokesperson said: “Rangers Football Club condemns the actions of the individual who threw a bottle during today’s match.

“This behaviour has no place at our stadium. Steps have already been taken to identify the person responsible, and the club will take the strongest possible action once their identity is confirmed.

We also acknowledge that the tifo displayed prior to kick-off crossed a line and was unacceptable. Our approach to supporter displays has always been built on trust, with the responsibility placed on groups to exercise good judgement.

We will reflect on how these displays are managed and engage with supporter groups to ensure the right balance of trust, responsibility and oversight is maintained moving forward.

“Rangers is proud of its passionate fanbase, and we all share a duty to protect the standards and reputation of our club.”

The game was not short of controversy as the points were shared between the Old Firm rivals to Ibrox as the match finished 1-1 with goals from Cyriel Dessers and Adam Idah on Sunday, May 4.

Police Scotland have also launched a probe into a Celtic supporter who was caught mocking Rangers rivals with a vile Ibrox disaster taunt.

Shocking footage circulating online has shown one Hoops fan mocking the Ibrox disaster by holding up his phone towards the Rangers supporters to display the number 66 on his screen.

The man then shows the number six twice with his fingers after putting his mobile away.

The number is in reference to the 66 Rangers fans who lost their lives in the Ibrox disaster 44 years ago in a crush after an Old Firm game on January 2, 1971.