Celtic Imposes Ban on Green Brigade Following Incident of Violence

Celtic FC has announced a three-match ban on the Green Brigade fan group following an incident of “violent and threatening behavior” during a recent home match against Falkirk.

The Scottish champions released footage allegedly showing approximately 100 supporters verbally abusing and assaulting a steward and two police officers on Wednesday, October 29. The club explained that the altercation occurred after a ticket inspection in the rail seating section of Celtic Park.

Previously, the Green Brigade received a suspended sanction in the summer due to “repeated serious safety and security-related breaches,” prompting Celtic to take further action in response to this latest incident.

“Following this latest incident, the club can confirm that this sanction will now be applied, beginning from this weekend,” stated Celtic in a press release. “We have communicated with the Green Brigade and our season ticket holders regarding this matter.”

The statement continued, “For our staff and police to be assaulted in this manner is simply unacceptable. This was a serious and violent incident that cannot be tolerated, and the club must take action to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone attending our matches.”

Footage shared by the club appears to depict a group of fans rushing down a walkway beneath the stand, before more supporters gather at the concourse.

Police Scotland has issued an appeal for witnesses to the incident. Assistant Chief Constable Mark Sutherland condemned the disorder, stating, “No one should be harmed or intimidated while performing their duties. This type of violent behavior will not be tolerated, and we are taking all necessary steps to identify those involved and hold them accountable.”

The officers and steward involved were reportedly left shaken and traumatized by the events and are receiving support. Police are urging anyone with information regarding the assaults to contact them promptly, referencing PS-20251029-2196. Alternatively, individuals can reach out to Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.

In October 2023, a section of the Green Brigade had their season tickets revoked indefinitely due to a “serious escalation” of unacceptable behavior, although the ban was lifted in December after the group agreed to follow a new safety code of conduct.