fleeting_glimpse 21 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Main story on BBC football. Compare what the Russian fans did last night to what Hibs fans did after the cup final. Shouldn't the SFA be guided by the main European body? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC55 108,690 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 England also Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PromDeAnglais 5,470 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Slightly different circumstances mate. Russia and England fans have been battling for days in a country on edge due to terrorism. Hibs fans attacked Rangers players in a country where Rangers are hated. President Hollande will be severely pissed off at the scenes in Marseille, our First Minister sent a message of congrats to Hibs... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
B1872 20,648 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Hivs are innocent in all this though! It was our fault for singing songs. ?? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blumhoilann 6,712 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 So England fans get attacked and England could be booted out????? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrLaudrup 4,563 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 The SFA have very little to do this summer and consequently should be all over the shocking scenes at Hampden. Although fortunately there were not running battles in the streets of Glasgow like Marseille that in no way belittles the seriousness of what happened that day. It is the worst violence i've ever seen at a Scottish game. An important part of the UEFA statement is 'regardless of the results of the association findings, we could impose sanctions on the FA or Russian Federation which could include disqualification". That sends out an immediate strong message. A previous poster/thread talked about how the English FA would have acted faster. They would because they care about the international reputation of the Premiership as so much money depends on it. If the SFA want our league and competitions to be taken seriously and attract sponsorship they have to stop fucking around and grip the situation. I personally am in favour of disqualification as an option. It is the only way people learn. When English clubs were banned for 5 years in late 80s Rangers benefitted as we were able to sign many quality English players but more importantly it pretty much eradicated hooliganism in English domestic football. This allowed their league to grow and prosper as it became open to a wider audience. In the current situation Russian fans are the main culprits, but there is no doubt that England have a significant problem with a small minority of their away support that continues to cause problems. I think to behave in that way in a country that has recently had huge tragedy due to mass violence, and take away the police from doing anti-terror work etc that is keeping fans safe is just ridiculous. The tournament is about celebrating football. Battles should be on the pitch. I love Rangers and love football but over the years i've gone to games with my Mum and girlfriend etc. Part of the reason why football has become big in England is now it is a family thing and less tribal than it was. A strong message should be sent to England, Russia and Hibs that behaviour like that is not welcome in football. By not acting, the SFA are holding back the whole Scottish game. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 The Russian fans have been a lot, lot worse. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TMB 14,167 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Kick bot of them out it'll be a laugh Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eejay the dj 31,964 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 39 minutes ago, fleeting_glimpse said: Main story on BBC football. Compare what the Russian fans did last night to what Hibs fans did after the cup final. Shouldn't the SFA be guided by the main European body? No as its a corrupt little land we live in here Liewells law Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
eejay the dj 31,964 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 9 minutes ago, THE_MIGHTY_BEARS said: Kick bot of them out it'll be a laugh No I want an England V N Ireland final Either winning suits me Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
siddiqi_drinker 14,635 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 48 minutes ago, Blumhoilann said: So England fans get attacked and England could be booted out????? Kick both teams out and send a message to the rest, even Poland and NI fans fighting. Still at least they are not singing nughty songs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TopCat 4,511 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 I doubt UEFA will have the nerve to send Russia or England home for the behaviour of their fans. The most I would expect is a large fine for each of them tbh. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFC Eagle 4,888 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 39 minutes ago, TopCat said: I doubt UEFA will have the nerve to send Russia or England home for the behaviour of their fans. The most I would expect is a large fine for each of them tbh. They are only taking action against the Russian FA for last night. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluegecko 306 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 French government have just banned alcohol sales of any kind around the venues for the rest of the tournament Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
born a blue nose 90,695 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 18 minutes ago, bluegecko said: French government have just banned alcohol sales of any kind around the venues for the rest of the tournament Pubs will be fuckin raging Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Copland bear 7,966 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 2 hours ago, fleeting_glimpse said: Main story on BBC football. Compare what the Russian fans did last night to what Hibs fans did after the cup final. Shouldn't the SFA be guided by the main European body? The SFA should be bloody ashamed Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluegecko 306 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 28 minutes ago, born a blue nose said: Pubs will be fuckin raging Can't blame them. Huge losses for local businesses. Not saw it reported anywhere else bar talksport. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smile 26,600 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 2 hours ago, Inigo said: The Russian fans have been a lot, lot worse. It's the Thugs who go to games looking for trouble, most supporters from whatever country just go for a good wee holiday a drink and watch the football. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ritchieshearercaldow 22,123 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 2 hours ago, PromDeAnglais said: Slightly different circumstances mate. Russia and England fans have been battling for days in a country on edge due to terrorism. Hibs fans attacked Rangers players in a country where Rangers are hated. President Hollande will be severely pissed off at the scenes in Marseille, our First Minister sent a message of congrats to Hibs... Great post Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inigo 32,526 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 1 minute ago, Smile said: It's the Thugs who go to games looking for trouble, most supporters from whatever country just go for a good wee holiday a drink and watch the football. Yip. Which is why I wouldn't want them banned. Fuck all the decent majority can do about it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeparateEntityMyArse 53,608 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Germans fighting Ukraine fans now. No naughty songs sung though so not too serious. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plumbGER 24,518 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 Get this to france oot the Bears den Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,886 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 3 hours ago, bluegecko said: French government have just banned alcohol sales of any kind around the venues for the rest of the tournament That's just ridiculous, the French are making matters worse with over reactive policing, and now antagonising fans by banning alcohol, if they are looking for a reaction well they are probably going to get one, and it won't be positive. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Ibrox Derry 8,886 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 2 hours ago, Sportingintegritymyarse said: Germans fighting Ukraine fans now. No naughty songs sung though so not too serious. Yeah Europe is soooooo in love with one another eh, let's stay in it??? Naw, let's get tae fuck oot it once and forever. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuistraHairDo 12,489 Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 probably ban Rangers from europe in 2017 because Russia wear red white and blue. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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