Celtic fans have been warned about their behaviour by Scottish First Minister John Swinney ahead of the Scottish Cup final.
Fallout over the post-match scenes at Celtic vs Hearts has dominated the media, with various people seemingly pointing the finger at the Hoops.
Martin O’Neill has defended Celtic from criticism but, in an attempt to avoid any more controversy, Swinney has issued a statement to those heading to Hampden Park.
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John Swinney’s message to fans ahead of the Scottish Cup final
In his latest statement, the First Minister said: “There is absolutely no justification for any form of disorder or violence in and around a football match, or in any other circumstance in our society.
“So the events of last weekend were appalling and they cannot be repeated.
“So I simply say to the minority of Celtic fans that were involved in the disorder last weekend to desist in being involved in that violence, to act like all the other Celtic fans who simply celebrated the football and to ensure that there is not the disorder that took place last week.
“Of course, we will engage as a government with the city council and the football authorities in trying to take whatever steps can be taken to try to avoid a repeat of last Saturday’s unacceptable events.”
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