Why John Swinney will not be taking son to an Old Firm match | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleCraig PatonSaturday 14 March 2026 01:13 GMTWatch: Fans clash on pitch after Celtic knock Rangers out of cup on penaltiesScotland's First Minister John Swinney condemned the disorder at last weekend's Old Firm match between Rangers and Celtic, where fans stormed the pitch and reportedly attacked stewards and police.Swinney described the fans' actions as "completely and utterly unacceptable" and stated he would not take his teenage son to an Old Firm game.Despite the chaos, Swinney did not suggest future Old Firm games should be played behind closed doors, preferring engagement with clubs and the Scottish Football Association (SFA).He emphasized the need for clubs, football authorities, police and the government to work together to prevent future violence.Swinney also mentioned that if re-elected, he would review the use of football banning orders, following a recent consultation on the matter.In fullJohn Swinney says he would not take teenage son to an Old Firm derby after latest disorderThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in