BEARGER 1,830 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 FLYER PROBE Cops launch probe into sectarian flyer advertising march to Old Firm game at Ibrox on Sunday by self-styled Rangers ultras Union Bears Cops are urging fans to boycott the march to avoid any trouble before the game EXCLUSIVE By Rebecca Gray 8th March 2018, 7:23 pm A SECTARIAN flyer for a march organised by self-styled Rangers ultras has triggered a cop probe just days before the Old Firm match. Controversial supporters’ group the Union Bears sparked fury by advertising the march to Ibrox for the “match against the ******s”. The flyer has been labelled sectarian The poster for the event – posted on Facebook and Twitter – appears to show a Celtic fan on the ground being kicked. Top footie cop Superintendent Alan Murray revealed police were probing the twisted promo – and urged people to boycott the march. Supt Murray told the Scottish Sun: “We are aware of a planned fans’ march on Sunday and would urge supporters not to join in. “Large groups of fans moving together can cause problems and I am asking fans to make their way to the ground as normal. NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTD The march will begin at the Louden Tavern “We are aware of the content of the advert connected to the march, which permission has not been granted for. “A criminal investigation has been launched into the wording and logo of the advert.” The Union Bears want fellow supporters to march in a procession from Kinning Park to Ibrox on Sunday morning ahead of Rangers’ clash with Celtic on Sunday. An advert, posted on social media by the group, stated: “The Union Bears have organised a fans march to Ibrox before Sunday’s game against the ******s. KEITH CAMPBELL - THE SUN GLASGOW The march is scheduled to end at Ibrox ahead of the Old Firm clash “The march will leave the Kinning Park Louden Tavern at 10.45am. “Wearing dark coloured clothing is encouraged. “Please pass this on to fellow Rangers supporters.” Supt Murray said his officers will “respond appropriately” if a large group of fans decide to take part. Dave Scott, of anti-bigotry group Nil By Mouth, said: “The last thing an Old Firm fixture needs is a march like this. “We don’t need this kind of ignorant and sectarian behaviour on Old Firm day. “I hope the police will take action against it.” Supt Murray added: “Anyone intent in causing disorder, indulging in anti-social behaviour or hate crime can expect to be arrested by police. So, don’t risk missing the match. “We want the focus to be on the football and I am urging the thousands of supporters attending this match, which is important for both teams, to behave responsibly. “We have planned extensively with the safety of the public being our priority.” 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
the gunslinger 3,366 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Thats got to be made up. No one could be so stupid 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaffer 1,665 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) 6 minutes ago, the gunslinger said: Thats got to be made up. No one could be so stupid I was thinking that too. I really hope this is something to be filed under fake news. Edited March 8, 2018 by Gaffer 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo79 15,294 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 I don't see the problem. Hope the UB have a great day. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 What a total red neck. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo79 15,294 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) Is calling something what it is totally unacceptable nowadays? What was Paddy McCourt's Unrepentant ****** Army's other word again? Sensitivity has enveloped British society. We're football fans. Not old grannys at a knitting contest. Edited March 8, 2018 by Gonzo79 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazza_8 233 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Is calling something what it is totally unacceptable nowadays? What was Paddy McCourt's Unrepentant ****** Army's other word again? Sensitivity has enveloped British society. We're football fans. Not old grannys at a knitting contest. What ablut granny's who are football fans? 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo79 15,294 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Hopefully they're not the type of granny desperate to bow to political correctness. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oleg_Mcnoleg 50 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 (edited) that was seriously fucking stupid (assuming it's real) Edited March 8, 2018 by Oleg_Mcnoleg 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluedell 5,626 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Yes the leaflet is real. It's not the way to get the club on side for their safe standing proposal. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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