Fans stabbed in clashes near Ibrox
Police appeal after violence ahead of Europa League qualifier against Osijek
Last updated 3rd Aug 2018
Two men remain in hospital after being stabbed in what police are calling a 'large scale disturbance' which marred Rangers Europa League qualifying victory over the Croatian side Osijek.
Police Scotland said two men, aged 24 and 40, were wounded on Edimiston Drive and taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment where they're said to be stable.
Footage on social media appeared to show fights between some fans of the two clubs ahead of the second qualifying round, second-leg tie.
Film uploaded to Twitter appeared to show one supporter being kicked about the body while lying prone in the road, while another was seen running around holding a flare.
Police officers including those on horseback could be seen lining Paisley Road West and Edmiston Drive on the approach to the stadium.
Witness Marianne Chirray wrote on Twitter: "Ibrox is chaotic right now!!! Flares being thrown, people getting kicked in the head - nightmare!''
Detective Inspector Steven Wallace said: "This type of violent behaviour will not be tolerated and it is absolutely vital anyone with information that could assist with our investigation comes forward.
"I would appeal to anyone who was in the area and witnessed a disturbance, particularly anyone with mobile phone or dash-cam footage, to get in touch.''
Anyone with information is asked to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
In the match 1-1 draw t was enough to see Rangers make it through to the third round of qualifiers.
They take on Maribor in the next round, with the first leg at Ibrox on Thursday.