Vaclav Cerny’s playful moment during the Old Firm derby has sparked an unlikely police investigation. The Czech Republic international, who started the match but was substituted before the winning goal, was seen on the sidelines spraying water on Celtic supporters as he celebrated the goal.
The lighthearted act of celebration quickly caught the attention of authorities, leading to an investigation into his actions at Parkhead on Sunday, as reported by the Scottish Sun. Despite the harmless nature of the moment, some believe the police’s involvement is an overreaction.
Rangers Review’s Jonny McFarlane criticized the probe, stating on X: “Vaclav Cerny’s actions were clearly ill-advised in a powder-keg Old Firm game, but a police investigation? Deary me, that’s just silly.”
Former Rangers captain Barry Ferguson, known for his professional approach, is likely to advise Cerny and his teammates to avoid provocation, even in jest, after their 3-2 victory over Celtic.
Although the water-spraying incident may have been playful and without malice, it highlights the intense rivalry between the clubs. However, Ferguson would emphasize focusing on professionalism and passion on the field to avoid unnecessary distractions and prevent any escalation from such trivial moments.