SPL slam Ruby Park pitch invasion
Last updated 5th Aug 2019
The SPFL's describing the pitch invasion after Rangers' last gasp win over Kilmarnock in their opening Premiership game as "simply unacceptable".
4 supporters have been arrested for breach of the peace during the incident in which the the roof covering disabled fans at Rugby Park partially collapsed, injuring one man.
A spokesman for the SPFL said: “The scenes at the end of the game at Rugby Park were simply unacceptable.
“The passion and energy of Scottish fans is a huge asset to the game, but nobody wants to see them invading the pitch – their place is in the stands.
“We will be working with Police Scotland and both clubs to investigate the incidents at the game, including turnstile and ticketing arrangements and will be studying CCTV footage to see what additional actions are required.”
The celebrations followed Connor Goldson's 91st-minute header which secured a 2-1 victory.
TV footage appeared to show three fans climbing on to the disabled fans' shelter, which collapsed as the jubilant fans jumped up and down following the winning goal.
Following the game, Police Scotland revealed that four men were arrested on suspicion of breaching the peace, while one man was injured and needed treatment following the collapse of the roof during the stoppage-time celebrations.
A spokeswoman for the force said: "An investigation is under way following a pitch incursion at the Kilmarnock versus Rangers match on Sunday 4 August 2019.
"The incident resulted in the roof of a shelter collapsing and one man being injured.
"He received medical treatment at the ground and our enquiries are ongoing.
"Four men were arrested in connection with breaching the peace.''
Kilmarnock are also investigating after witnesses reported Rangers fans being "crushed'' trying to get into Rugby Park due to issues with the turnstiles.
The away end was only approximately three-quarters full at kick-off but, by the dramatic conclusion of the game, Rangers fans could be seen sitting and standing on the stadium's stairs and entrances to the terraces.
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