Thousands of Celtic fans take over Glasgow for title party celebrations

Police closed down roads in Glasgow's Trongate after Celtic fans took the area over.
Police closed down roads in Glasgow's Trongate after Celtic fans took the area over. -Credit:Wattie Cheung


Thousands of Celtic fans have taken over the Trongate in Glasgow city-centre to celebrate winning the Scottish Premiership.

The Hoops beat St Mirren 3-2 at Celtic Park today, Saturday, May 18, in front of their adoring fans and were given the league trophy afterwards.

A late Luis Palma winner sent the crowd into raptures as Celtic finished eight points ahead of nearest rivals Rangers.

Swarms of supporters have gathered in the east end of the city, closing off roads to traffic as they party on the streets.

Thousands of Celtic fans celebrate in Glasgows Trongate.
Thousands of Celtic fans celebrate in Glasgows Trongate. -Credit:Wattie Cheung

A large police presence is currently monitoring the celebrations.

Images from the scene show fans decked out in green and white and waving flags and basking in the sunshine.

A cloud of green smoke hovered above the area as fans let off pyrotechnics.

Jubilant supporters could be seen clambering on top of the historic Merchant building on the Trongate and scaling traffic lights as they celebrated with crowds.

Officers keep a watchful eye on Celtic fans.
Officers keep a watchful eye on Celtic fans. -Credit:Wattie Cheung

Other pictures showed bus stop roofs straining as punters climbed on top - after footage from last year's party showed two Hoops fans falling through one.

One man was pictured kissing a mannequin, while another started a game of football in the swarm.

Police Scotland pleaded with Celtic fans to behave earlier in the week after Glasgow City Council said previous gatherings had led to 'unacceptable behaviour.'

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