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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
Sport
Matthew Lindsay

Calling time on alcohol sponsorship in Scottish football will hit our grassroots game

When Celtic announced last week they had been granted a licence to sell alcohol inside Parkhead it raised hopes around the country that Scottish football was finally set to be dragged kicking and screaming into the 21st century.

Not since the Scottish Cup final at Hampden back in 1980 – an infamous match between Celtic and Rangers which ended with both sets of supporters invading the pitch to do battle – have fans been able to enjoy a drink at a game here.

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