Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Glasgow Live
Glasgow Live
National
Gary Armstrong

Third Celtic fan stabbed in Rome after Lazio game

A third Celtic fan has been stabbed in Rome following the team's victory over Lazio last night, it has been reported.

The supporter, believed to be 20 years old, was stabbed in the back according to the BBC. It is understood he has since been released from hospital.

The attack follows the stabbings of two fellow Celtic fans on Wednesday night who were hospitalised after being set upon at an Irish bar in the Italian capital.

Celtic fans in the Olimpico Stadium (Giampiero Sposito/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, fans were reportedly attacked after their bus leaving the stadium was 'ambushed'.

It's understood the bus was targeted after it broke down following the full time whistle at the Stadio Olimpico.

BBC Sport reporter Chris McLaughlin Tweeted from Rome at 11.30pm last night: "A number of #Celtic fans attacked following their club’s 2-1 victory over Lazio here in Rome.

"One group of fans ambushed after shuttle bus from stadium broke down.

"Unclear if any serious injuries."

Celtic were forced to issue a statement yesterday afternoon following Tuesday night's incident at the Flann O'Brien pub, saying: "Celtic can confirm that 2 fans have been injured after being stabbed last night.

"Both are now in hospital and will receive every support from the Club and the British consulate in Rome.

"Again we would strongly advise supporters to closely follow all guidance issued by the Club."

The Flann O'Brien Irish bar where the attack took place last night (REUTERS/Remo Casilli)

The club issued further guidance for supporters in Italy, advising: "under no circumstances should supporters make their own way to the stadium."

Tensions were high ahead of last night's match in Rome, with warnings Lazio fans may seek revenge for a banner displayed by Celtic fans in Glasgow in the reverse fixture last month, which depicted Italian dictator Benito Mussolini hanging upside down.

Celtic fans were advised by the Foreign Office not to wear their club colours while visiting Italy following the team's 2-1 win on October 24.

Neil Lennon's men secured a historic victory against Lazio last night, with another 2-1 win, ensuring the Scottish champions progress to the next stage of the Europa League.

For more breaking news and all that's going on in your city, head to the Glasgow Live homepage - or you can check us out on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.