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Hooliganism, Part 1:
Policeman and Fan

Policeman and fan at a Rangers and Celtic match, Glasgow

A policemen gives advice to a fan at the local derby football match between Glasgow Rangers and Celtic at the Ibrox stadium in Glasgow. Large crowds always gather for the 'Old Firm' matches between Rangers and Celtic. The importance of the event and the religious friction which has often accompanied these fixtures have led to disturbances both on and off the pitch. Rangers won this match 4-0.

Picture Post - 4894 - Glasgow's Soccer War - pub. 1949.

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