The aftermath of Celtic’s defiant victory over Rangers at Ibrox has been dominated by George Galloway’s scathing assessment of the post-match scenes.
In a verdict that has set social media alight, Galloway didn’t mince words, labeling the conduct of “masked” Rangers fans as “shameful scum behaviour.”
It was Rorke’s Drift at times but Celtic got a deserved victory. Shameful scum behaviour by masked Rangers fans at the finish. Severe penalties must follow.
— George Galloway (@georgegalloway) March 8, 2026
For Galloway, the tension on the pitch—which he likened to “Rorke’s Drift”—was eclipsed by the hostility that erupted at the final whistle.
His comments strike at a growing concern regarding fan anonymity and aggression during the Glasgow Derby.
George Galloway separates Rangers and Celtic fan blame
By highlighting the presence of masked Rangers individuals, Galloway is clearly distinguishing who was at fault for the shameful Ibrox scenes.
Rangers fans’ sectarian songbook was in full flow before kick-off, clearly showing the Ibrox intent for causing trouble had already started.
Galloway’s demand for “severe penalties” suggests that the traditional back-and-forth of the rivalry has, in this instance, crossed a line into something more sinister by Rangers supporters that requires league intervention.
While some view his rhetoric as inflammatory, for the Celtic faithful, his “blunt verdict” validates the sense of siege they felt during the match.
As the dust settles on the result, Galloway’s intervention ensures that the conversation remains focused on who was the main instigator for the Ibrox violence.
It wasn’t Celtic supporters.
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