Celtic fans arrested after Aberdeen clash

Six of Celtic's travelling supporters were arrested at Pittodrie last night after Aberdeen beat their guests with a 2-1 win.
By The Newsroom
Published 4th Feb 2016, 10:28 BST
Updated 4th Feb 2016, 10:32 BST
Aberdeen's Simon Church celebrates scoring his side's second goal of the game. Picture: PAAberdeen's Simon Church celebrates scoring his side's second goal of the game. Picture: PA
Aberdeen's Simon Church celebrates scoring his side's second goal of the game. Picture: PA

Four were arrested for drinking alcohol inside the ground, while another was cuffed for an alleged assault.

The final supporter was arrested for an alleged sectarian breach of the peace.

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The Dons netted twice in the first half, with goals from Jonny Hayes and debutant Simon Church. Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths managed to grab a consolation goal in the final minutes of the game.

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A Police Scotland spokesman was happy with the conduct of supporters from both sides during the game.

He said: “The official attendance was 19,003 at the match.

“The vast majority of fans who attended the game were well-behaved.”