Hibs and Rangers fans charged over behaviour at Scottish Cup Final

The SFA Compliance Officer has issued separate Notices of Complaint to both Hibs and Rangers for fan misconduct at the Scottish Cup Final in May.
By The Newsroom
Published 30th Aug 2016, 15:30 BST
Updated 30th Aug 2016, 16:34 BST

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Police were on the pitch following a pitch invasion. Picture; Robert PerryPolice were on the pitch following a pitch invasion. Picture; Robert Perry
Police were on the pitch following a pitch invasion. Picture; Robert Perry

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Both clubs face charges after their fans took to the pitch following the match with Hibs facing four charges and Rangers facing two.

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According to the SFA Compliance officer, Hibs face charges over damage to the pitch, goalposts and advertising boards. Rangers face similar charges with damage to the advertising being cited.

William Hill Scottish Cup Final 2016 Hampden. Picture Robert PerryWilliam Hill Scottish Cup Final 2016 Hampden. Picture Robert Perry
William Hill Scottish Cup Final 2016 Hampden. Picture Robert Perry

The date for the hearing has been set fot Tuesday October 4th for Hibs and Rangers hearing set for the following day.

63 fans have been arrested in connection with the violence that followed the match.