ian1964 10,591 Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 COPS tried to axe a match between Rangers and Stirling Albion last night amid reports fans chanted sectarian songs. It came after police stepped in to restore order over claims fireworks were set off at the Binos ground. And officers are understood to have spoken to Stirling directors at half-time asking for the match to be halted temporarily. Last night a source said: "There was an announcement asking fans to refrain from sectarian chanting." The game at Doubletree Dunblane Stadium - which Rangers won 1-0 - was a testimonial for ex-Binos chairman Peter McKenzie. Stirling Albion director Stuart Brown said: "There was a police request to stop the game." A club spokesman added: "The firecrackers also created a dangerous situation." Last night Central Scotland Police declined to comment. Read more: http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/news/3692169/Cops-bid-to-axe-Gers-game-in-chants-row.html#ixzz1RxPneP9z 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,591 Posted July 13, 2011 Author Share Posted July 13, 2011 Different take on this here: SECURITY officials were forced to appeal to Rangers supporters for calm, and considered holding up a friendly at Stirling Albion last night, after an unruly minority of travelling supporters set of flares. An appeal was made over Stirling's loudspeakers for the Rangers fans to behave as an Ibrox reserve team, made up mainly of Under-19 players, beat Stirling 1-0 in a testimonial match for Albion's former chairman Peter McKenzie, thanks to a late goal from Rhys McCabe. Stirling officials insisted after the match there was never any danger of the match being abandoned, although they conceded the game was briefly in danger of being stopped for a couple of minutes had the Rangers supporters not responded to the appeals for calm. The match was watched by a crowd of 1,200. http://sport.scotsman.com/football/Appeal-for-calm-as-Rangers.6800529.jp 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilledbear 16 Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 I read last night from guys who were there, that an announcement had been made over the tannoy about sectarian singing. Anyone at the game confirm or not? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,591 Posted July 13, 2011 Author Share Posted July 13, 2011 STIRLING ALBION 0 RANGERS XI 1 13 July 2011 A crowd of over 1200 turned out at Doubletree Dunblane Stadium last night for Peter McKenzie's Testimonial Match against a young Glasgow Rangers XI. Behind the scenes over 80 guests, including former managers, players and the Provost of Stirling, Fergus Wood gathered in the Hospitality Suites to pay tribute to our former owner and chairman of 17 years, Peter "Mr Stirling Albion" McKenzie. Peter's daughter Tricia, son Jimmy and grandson Scott were present to share in the emotional celebrations. On behalf of the Club, Stuart Brown presented Peter with a framed certificate conferring "Freedom of the Club" upon him, in recognition of his contribution to Stirling Albion FC - in simple terms, Peter has a lifelong open invite to attend DDS. Provost Fergus Wood presented Peter with a magnificent silver miniature William Wallace Sword in appreciation of everything he has done over the years, not just for the Club but also the City of Stirling. SAFC would like to extend their thanks to Glasgow Rangers FC for the part they played - over and above the 90 minutes of football - in particular their Management Team, Tommy Wilson and Billy Kirkwood, who ensured everything was in place in the lead up to the match and on the night itself. Pre-match, the crowd were entertained by the Stirling City All Stars and at half time, the local youth teams, Fallin Violet and Cowie United took part in a 5-a-side Shoot Out. The game itself gave both Clubs the ideal platform to continue their pre-season build up and for the record the only goal of the game was scored shortly before the full time whistle by Rangers number 9, Rhys McCabe. The scoreline, however, was far less important than the reason behind the fixture - Peter McKenzie, everyone associated with Stirling Albion, past, present (and future) salutes you and thanks you for ensuring the City of Stirling has a senior football club to support. http://www.stirlingalbionfc.co.uk/ 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bears 0 Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 This is all we need. Wither it happened or not it's in print therefore giving the Anti Rangers shit more ammunition. The lads that let the fireworks off need their fucking balls kicked! How fucking stupid are they! 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilledbear 16 Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 Not just in print, now on SSN. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,591 Posted July 13, 2011 Author Share Posted July 13, 2011 We'll see what Rangers FC & CW will have to say about this 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,591 Posted July 13, 2011 Author Share Posted July 13, 2011 Not just in print, now on SSN. Did they say what songs were sung??? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian1964 10,591 Posted July 13, 2011 Author Share Posted July 13, 2011 This is all we need. Wither it happened or not it's in print therefore giving the Anti Rangers shit more ammunition. The lads that let the fireworks off need their fucking balls kicked! How fucking stupid are they! Do you not think you are jumping the gun here??,were you at the game??. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilledbear 16 Posted July 13, 2011 Share Posted July 13, 2011 Did they say what songs were sung??? They never do. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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