A Rangers supporter who threw a bottle of Buckfast towards Celtic players during April’s Glasgow Derby clash at Ibrox has been fined just £320 and handed a one-year football banning order. [SunSport]

David Andrews, 22, launched the glass bottle from his seat after Matt O’Riley doubled Celtic’s lead from the penalty spot in the 34th minute. The missile narrowly missed O’Riley, landing near his feet as he turned to celebrate the goal.

The incident occurred during the derby, which Celtic were firmly in control of by the time of the incident. Andrews reportedly exited the ground at half time, but was later identified by fellow Rangers fans and reported to authorities.

Andrews admitted to culpably and recklessly throwing a glass bottle in the direction of Celtic players, putting those on the field at risk.

Sheriff Anthony Deutsch issued the financial penalty and the ban but stopped short of a custodial sentence, a decision that has raised eyebrows given the repeated safety concerns in this fixture.

This is far from the first time Celtic staff or players have been targeted at Ibrox. A physio required stitches after being struck by a missile on the touchline in a previous derby, while several Celtic supporters have been injured over the years in similar incidents.

Such behaviour was one of the primary reasons behind Celtic’s insistence on stricter safety protocols before agreeing to the return of away fans at derby matches. The club has been vocal in demanding a safer environment for players and supporters.

A £320 fine and year-long match ban is unlikely to be seen as a strong enough deterrent, especially in a fixture where tensions regularly spill over. Celtic fans will be asking if this punishment truly reflects the danger posed — and whether authorities are doing enough to protect players and staff in Scotland’s most volatile fixture.