Glasgow's top cop has issued a response to alleged incidents that took place before and after the Celtic v Rangers game.

We earlier reported that football fans had been seen clashing outside Hampden Park before the teams faced each other in the Vaiplay Cup final on Sunday afternoon.

Later, police were seen gathering outside a bus on Victoria Road in the city's Southside attending a 'disturbance'.

Chief Superintendent Mark Sutherland, divisional commander for Greater Glasgow, has since revealed that four arrests in total have been made. 

He also commended his officers for enacting the policing plans that had been laid out. 

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He said: “Prior to today’s match supporters of both clubs had been granted pre-arranged access to Hampden Park by the stadium operators to set up displays, with Celtic on Saturday, February 25 and Rangers on the morning of Sunday, February 26.

“A stewarding and policing plan was in place to support this arrangement.

"At around 8.50am on Sunday, February 26, 2023, during this pre-arranged attendance, a disturbance took place outside the stadium involving supporters from both clubs.

“I commend the work of our officers who acted swiftly in challenging circumstances to prevent escalation and disperse those intent on disorder.

“No arrests could be made at the time and we will now be investigating the circumstances, I would expect the footballing authorities and both clubs will do likewise and take appropriate action.

“After the match police intervened or responded to a small number of incidents, including Victoria Road, which were quickly resolved.

“Only 4 arrests were made for disorder-related offences and assault and I would like to thank the vast majority of supporters in attendance.

“Our policing operation continues this evening with a proportionate plan to keep people safe.”