A MINUTE'S silence will be held at Saturday's Old Firm in memory of those who tragically lost their lives in the Ibrox Disaster.
Celtic FC confirmed on social media that the tribute will take place before the match at Ibrox Stadium.
In a statement, the club said: "Celtic FC has been informed that a minute's silence will be held prior to Saturday's match in memory of the victims of the Ibrox Disaster of 1971."
The Light Blues will mark the tragedy, which saw 66 Gers supporters lose their lives following a crush on Stairway 13.
More than 200 people were also injured during the 1971disaster which was a crush among the crowd at an Old Firm game.
We reported this year that city planners had given the go-ahead for Rangers to build a memorial garden which features a tribute to those who lost their lives.
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