Man arrested after Slovan Bratislava fans attack Celtic pub before Champions League clash
dailyrecord.co.ukTwo men were arrested as disturbances broke out before and during Celtic's Champions League Clash with Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday night.Shocking footage from the evening appeared to show Slovan Bratislava fans, wearing the team's home colours, clashing with Celtic supporters outside the McChuills pub at Glasgow High Street ahead of the game.
We told how hundreds of Slovakian diehards had gathered in George Square throughout the day- with a police escort in place as they passed the bar.Police confirmed that a 29-year-old man was arrested and charged in relation to an alleged breach of the peace following the disturbance outside McChuills.Another man was arrested and charged within the grounds due to an alleged breach of the peace.
At least a dozen cops surrounded the away fans, with three police riot fans on the scene. Fans goaded those standing in the beer garden with chants and gestures.One incident then seemed to spark a rammy between the visiting supporters and the police, with others trying to break through towards the bar.
Cops were able to push the Slovan fans back and restore order.In a clip, one man appeared to be arrested by several officers outside the pub.At the ground, Celtic produced an emphatic display to send their opponents packing, opening their Champions League campaign with a 5-1 win.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR
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