Framed Print : El Hadji Diouf Sparks Controversy: Celtic's 3-0 Victory Over Rangers Marred by Provocative Gesture

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El Hadji Diouf Sparks Controversy: Celtic's 3-0 Victory Over Rangers Marred by Provocative Gesture

Rangers El Hadji Diouf makes a kissing gesture towards the Celtic fan

Rangers Football Club is a Scottish professional football club based in the Govan district of Glasgow

Media ID 4536887

© Aileen Wilson

12"x10" Modern Frame

Relive the unforgettable moment of football history with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the controversial gesture by El Hadji Diouf during Celtic's 3-0 victory over Rangers. This iconic image captures the tension between Diouf of Rangers and Celtic fans, with the player making a provocative kissing gesture towards the stands. A must-have for avid football fans and collectors, our high-quality framed prints bring the excitement of the game right into your home or office. Order now and relive the controversy that marred this legendary match.

10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.

Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
In the thrilling and highly anticipated football match between Celtic and Rangers during seasons 10 and 11, El Hadji Diouf, a prominent player from Rangers Football Club, sparked controversy with a provocative gesture that marred Celtic's 3-0 victory. As Diouf celebrated a goal or a successful play, he made a kissing gesture towards the Celtic fans in the stands. This action, intended to provoke a reaction, was met with a furious response from the Celtic supporters. The incident quickly escalated, leading to a series of confrontations between players and fans from both teams. The kissing gesture, which was seen as a deliberate attempt to antagonize the opposing team's fans, fueled tensions that had already been simmering between the two clubs. The long-standing rivalry between Celtic and Rangers, rooted in historical, religious, and political differences, had reached a boiling point. Diouf's provocative gesture was widely condemned by football authorities and fans alike. The Scottish Football Association (SFA) launched an investigation into the incident, with Diouf facing potential disciplinary action. The SFA ultimately handed him a three-match ban, citing "provocative behavior towards opponents and their supporters." The controversy surrounding Diouf's gesture served as a reminder of the deep-rooted animosity between Celtic and Rangers and the potential for violence and unrest that can arise from such tensions. Despite the controversy, the match remained a significant moment in the history of Scottish football, with Celtic securing a crucial 3-0 victory. This photograph captures the tense atmosphere at the stadium, with Diouf making his provocative gesture towards the Celtic fans, while the fans react with anger and frustration. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the passion and intensity that often accompanies football rivalries.

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