Celtic faced off in a thrilling 3-3 encounter at Ibrox on Sunday, securing a valuable point in the heated title race.

While they initially led 2-0 in the game, many felt a sense of defeat. Nonetheless, as emotions settled, the single point may prove critical in the title chase. It was a crucial match for Celtic, who narrowly missed out on seizing the full three points. The game took a turn with Rangers’ revival, sparked by Fabio Silva’s exaggerated reaction and the controversial VAR decision that followed.

Beyond the gripping on-field action, a disturbing incident occurred in the technical area when John Kennedy was struck by objects thrown from the stands. A Celtic spokesperson strongly condemned the episode, revealing that Police Scotland had launched an investigation.

Unfortunately, the ordeal didn’t end there. Recent footage unveiled an appalling act of throwing a glass bottle at Matt O’Riley following his penalty goal during the derby. Despite the Danish star’s composed finish, the celebratory moment was marred by this unacceptable behavior.

Tragically, such occurrences seem all too common at Ibrox during Celtic encounters. In a previous incident, a Celtic physio required stitches after being hit by a projectile from the Ibrox hospitality section. The dangerous trend continued, with missiles injuring eight Celtic fans during a past visit to Ibrox, including a distressing incident involving a fan sustaining a head injury from a glass bottle.

While Rangers Football Club has been vocal in criticizing other clubs for lapses in fan conduct, their response to these recent incidents has been a deafening silence. Urgent action is imperative to prevent further harm to players or fans.

With substantial away support anticipated in future Glasgow Derbies, it is vital for Rangers to demonstrate a no-tolerance policy towards such behavior. Strong sanctions must be imposed on offenders to set a clear precedent and ensure the safety of all involved.

Both the Ibrox club and the Scottish Football Association must act decisively, imposing severe penalties on those responsible and sending a resounding message against any form of violence or misconduct.