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The sale or consumption of alcohol is strictly banned at football grounds in Scotland, with the exception of hospitality suites. But a campaign to scrap the ban has gathered momentum

1980 riot. The Scottish Cup final ends with a 1-0 Celtic win courtesy of an extra-time goal from George McCluskey. Hundreds of fans end up fighting on the pitch at full-time in scenes broadcast live by BBC Scotland. Mounted police are required to restore order. More than 200 arrests are made.

Political backlash . The rioting at Hampden dominates newspapers for days, with politicians queuing up to condemn the hooligans involved. At the time, football fans were free to bring carry-outs in to stadiums to drink on the terraces during matches. This habit is widely blamed for the disorder a

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