RANGERS fans claim they and their club are being seen as ‘fair game’ in Scotland following the crowd disorder that marred Saturday’s Scottish Cup final at Hampden.

Thousands of Hibernian supporters stormed onto the park at the final whistle as Alan Stubbs’ side lifted the silverware for the first time in 114 years, but the celebrations were tarnished as Gers players were allegedly assaulted and fights broke out between rival fans.

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The incident came a year after Rangers supporters were confronted at Fir Park after another pitch invasion in the aftermath of the Light Blues’ play-off final defeat to Motherwell.

Glasgow Times:

A dedicated police unit probing Saturday’s incident have made more than a dozen arrests. Two teenagers have already appeared in court.

A Club 1872 spokesman said: “A climate is being created within Scottish football, and Scotland as a whole, where Rangers supporters, staff and anyone connected with the club are seen as fair game by an unpleasant and active minority who attach themselves to several Scottish football clubs.

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“The bile generated by these people, which has its root in social media but has moved into areas of the mainstream media and politics, is now translating into acts of violence.

“Not only were Rangers players assaulted on the field of play but Rangers supporters were attacked as far away as Edinburgh after the game.

“The bile, hatred and resulting violence shown towards Rangers needs to stop before someone is more seriously hurt.

Glasgow Times:

“The Scottish Government, politicians, media, the football authorities and other Scottish clubs all have a responsibility in this regard. It is a responsibility in which they are collectively failing.”

The Scottish FA have set up an Independent Commission to probe the Hampden riots, while Police Scotland have launched their own investigation and have requested the assistance of fans in gathering information.

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Rangers were highly critical of Hibernian, the SFA and the Government in a hard-hitting statement on Sunday evening and Club 1872 have now called for Easter Road chief Rod Petrie to lose his place at the Hampden top table.

The spokesman said: “We have liaised closely with Rangers to pass on the information we have received. In the first instance, we call on the Scottish FA to request the immediate resignation of Hibernian Chairman and SFA Vice President, Rod Petrie from the SFA board.

Glasgow Times:

“His comments immediately following the game, and since, have been an absolute disgrace. How can Mr Petrie justify describing the violent acts of his supporters as “exuberance”?

“How can he justify the lack of any apology to Rangers for the attacks on our players? We welcome the announcement by the SFA of an independent enquiry but Mr Petrie’s comments are entirely at odds with their approach.

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“Had it not been for the match officials and Rangers own security staff, the assaults on our players could have been considerably worse and they have our heartfelt thanks for their actions.”

Yesterday a teenage student admitted his part in a pitch invasion.

Greg Binnie, 19, pleaded guilty yesterday to running at and making offensive gestures towards Rangers goalkeeper Wes Foderingham after climbing over fencing at Hampden Park on May 21.

Glasgow Times:

Sports coaching student Binnie was in the dock at Glasgow Sheriff Court yesterday after appearing from custody. He was charged under the Offensive Behaviour at Football Act.

Meanwhile another teenager appeared on petition at the same court accused of assaulting Rangers players Lee Wallace and Jason Holt.

Dale Pryde, from Edinburgh, is accused of running towards and attempting to punch Wallace on the head at Hampden Park, and attempting to punch Holt.

Pryde is also accused of breaching the peace by running on to the pitch towards Rangers supporters and brandishing a chair.

He made no plea or declaration and was released on bail by Sheriff Linda Ruxton.

He is expected to appear again at a later date.