POLICE Scotland has confirmed the two men who were stabbed during a massive running street battle near Ibrox on Thursday night were Osijek football fans.

The violence on Paisley Road West erupted at around 7pm, prior to the Rangers Europa League clash.

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The force is continuing to appeal for information following the riot, which saw between 40 and 60 “Croatian and Scottish” fans were involved. 

Officers were called to the scene at Edmiston Drive just after 7pm.

Two Croatian nationals - a man aged 24 and another aged 40 - were rushed to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment to stab wounds.

The 24-year-old man was released from hospital this morning and it is expected the 40-year-old will be released later today.

Police said both men were stabbed in same area and that CCTV footage is “vital” as they carry out their enquiries. 

Croatian police had also come over with the fans and they were not escorted by police to the stadium which is usually the norm.

A dedicated team of officers is now examining footage and conducting door-to-door enquiries in the area to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

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Area Commander Chief Inspector Alan Bowater said: “Supporters of both sides should be able to attend a football match without getting caught up in violence and disorder.

“Also, innocent members of the public should not have to be faced with the threat of encountering it.

“The individuals involved must be tracked down and held to account and Police Scotland will use every resource at its disposal to put a stop to this reckless behaviour.

“I would like to reassure members of the public that we take their safety extremely seriously and sufficient resources will be deployed at future games to tackle anti-social behaviour and violence.”

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Detective Chief Inspector Craig Willison from Greater Glasgow CID added: “Extensive enquiries are ongoing to identify the individuals involved in this disgraceful incident.

“I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time, particularly those with mobile phone or dash-cam footage, to get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Govan CID via 101, quoting incident number 3562 of Thursday, August 2 2018.

Alternatively, call CRIMESTOPPERS on 0800 555 111 where details can be given in confidence.