An unofficial celebration was held at the Gallowgate after Martin O’Neill’s side defeated Hearts 3-1 to retain the Scottish Premiership title, but it was marred by violent disorder.
Police said ‘decisive action’ was needed to disperse crowds after officers were allegedly targeted with projectiles, including glass bottles, while attempting to respond to a medical emergency.
Riot officers were sent in to try and deal with the large crowd, which the force put at around 3,000, and helicopters were deployed.
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Late on Saturday night Police Scotland said its officers had been injured, and pledged further arrests in the coming days and weeks.
It also confirmed it was investigating reports of assaults on Hearts players in a pitch invasion following the match.
Assistant Chief Constable Mark Sutherland said: “While we recognise that the majority of fans respected the appeal from police and partners to act responsibly, several thousand still descended on the Trongate area, some of whom engaged in serious disorder.
“Once again, we have seen unacceptable levels of violence and anti-social behaviour and Police Scotland’s officers have been left to deal with the consequences. Being assaulted is not part of the job and regrettably a number of them were injured.
“The levels of criminal behaviour witnessed, in particular the hostility directed towards our officers, is simply unacceptable and cannot be tolerated. Those involved should be in no doubt that they will be identified and arrested.
“This mass assembly of people caused significant disruption to local businesses, residents and members of the public in the City Centre.
“Urgent discussions with Celtic, wider Scottish football authorities and other stakeholders, including Glasgow City Council, is required to achieve a solution that improves public safety, reduces disruption and prevents this from happening again.”
