Celtic have branded an alleged attack on coach Fran Alonso as 'hugely concerning' as police look into the incident at Broadwood Stadium.
We previously reported how the violence unfolded at the Celtic v Rangers women's derby on Monday evening as Ibrox coach Craig McPherson appeared to headbutt Alonso following the final whistle.
The Celtic women's boss also stated he was called “a little rat” after the confrontation which has been condemned across the game in the aftermath.
A Celtic spokesperson commented: "Clearly this is a hugely concerning incident, falling well below any acceptable standard.
"We understand the matter is now being investigated and it will be up to all relevant authorities to take any appropriate action.”
Police are now looking to establish whether any criminality took place on the pitch.
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A spokesperson for the force said: “We have received a report regarding an incident at Broadwood Stadium on the evening of Monday, 27 March, 2023. Enquiries to establish any criminality are at an early stage.”
Former SFA referee Steve Conroy has demanded that the SFA take firm action against McPherson as he demanded that the Ibrox coach is hit with a lifetime ban. Speaking to BettingSites.co.uk, Conroy said: “It is appalling. He should be instantly removed from his post and banned for life. There is absolutely no mitigation for that. He gave it forethought and should pay the full price for it.
“It's embarrassing that the first SWPL game to be shown live on Sky Sports is grabbing headlines for all the wrong reasons. This is simply thuggish behaviour, and the man involved should face the full consequences. We are trying to get rid of all forms of aggression and intimidation in football from grassroots upwards. This must be dealt with in the appropriate way.”
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