A FULL police operation is in place in the city's East End ahead of today's Celtic v Rangers showdown.
Celtic, who are currently top of the league with 15 points will welcome the Ibrox side, a close second, to Parkhead today for the first derby fixture of the season.
Officers have formed a guard between the two supporters and specialist officers from the Mounted Branch separated the opposing sides as they closed down London Road.
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Mounted Branches horses also wore guards to protect their sight from dangerous flares.
Rangers supporters were escorted into Parkhead at around 10.30am while teams of officers have been pictured around the stadium to keep an eye on fans.
We previously reported Greater Glasgow Police Division's Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland promised his officers would be operating in the East End community to "minimise disruption".
He said: "An appropriate policing plan is in place to maintain public safety and minimise any disruption to the community ahead of the Old Firm fixture at Celtic Park in Glasgow on Saturday, September 3.
"We continue to work closely with a range of partners ahead of the match, including both clubs."
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