Rocker Rod Stewart has donated money to a fund set up following the tragic death of Rangers supporter Ryan Baird.

The 39-year-old died following a Rangers supporters' bus crash in Ayrshire which left 18 other people in hospital at the weekend.

As soon as Celtic fan Rod heard about the accident he contacted Rangers legend Richard Gough to show his support.

Richard told the Evening Times: "As soon as it happened Rod got in touch with me and said as soon as a fund was set up I was to let him know. Which I did.

"He made a contribution which is fantastic which I have thanked him for. He is a good man."

In Rod's message to Richard he said: "At sad times like this we are one big football loving family. RS(Celtic)."

Glasgow Times:

Since the accident there has been an outpouring of grief from across the Old Firm divide as Rangers and Celtic fans pay tribute to Ryan and those who were involved in the crash.

The coach was taking the Nith Valley Loyal Rangers Supporters' Club to Ibrox Stadium, where Rangers were due to play Partick Thistle in the Scottish Premiership.

Mr Baird, originally from Northern Ireland had been living in Sanquhar, Dumfries and Galloway.

His cousin, Louise Evanne Baird, said he was "amazing" and would be "sadly missed".

His partner, Sarah Hughes, also paid tribute to him, saying he had loved the club.

Many of Mr Baird's friends and family members have changed their profile pictures to a Nith Valley Loyal scarf in his memory.

The club said in a statement: "The club would like to thank everyone for their good wishes and concern at this sad time."

RangersLinfieldFC tweeted: "We have been informed that the man who sadly passed away was a Rangers and Linfield fan named Ryan Baird from Larne, Northern Ireland, RIP."

In a club statement, Rangers said it was "deeply saddened" by the crash, adding: "Our profound condolences go to the gentleman who has died and our thoughts are with his family.

"We are also thinking of those who have been injured and taken to hospital."

Rangers managing director Stewart Robertson said: "Everyone at the football club and every member of our Rangers family is thinking of all of those caught up in this terrible accident.

"Clearly this is a deeply distressing time and the board extend our deepest sympathies and concerns."

Celtic also passed on their condolences in a club statement.

The club said: "In relation to news of the accident involving Rangers supporters on their way to the match, everyone at Celtic sends our sincere condolences following the death of a supporter.

"We would like of course to also offer our best wishes to all those involved in this accident."

"A significant number of people have been affected and our thoughts are very much with them at what will be a difficult time for all these supporters and their families."

A total of 36 passengers and the driver were on board the bus at the time of the crash.

Police said inquiries are continuing and appealed for information.