Hibs finally threw off the mantle of waiting over 100 years to lift the Scottish Cup after coming back from 1-2 down to Rangers to end the game with a 3-2 win at Hampden today. The wait had been too long for some supporters who took to the pitch to congratulate their favourites in the sun. Inevitably this did not go down too well with officials and there will be a full investigation into how so many Hibs fans could breech security measures that will have been discussed at length prior to the game.
SFA chief executive Stewart Regan said: "Scottish FA is appalled by the scenes of disorder on the field immediately after full time and at the contemptible behaviour that ensued. What should have been an historic, memorable Scottish Cup final will now, sadly, be remembered for all the wrong reasons. The Scottish FA, along with Police Scotland and the stadium management have initiated a full investigation into the scenes that unfolded to understand how such a volume of supporters were able to enter the field."
For their part, Hibs officials delayed their celebrations to issue the following statement: "Hibernian FC this evening confirmed that it will co-operate fully into any inquiry into the pitch invasion which followed the club’s historic Scottish Cup win at Hampden Park.
The Club reiterates its regret at the events which unfolded immediately following the final whistle. Hibernian always seeks to maintain high standards, and we will work with the authorities to identify any supporter who may have taken part in any form of unacceptable behaviour which has tarnished the club’s reputation.
Hibernian will work with Police Scotland, Hampden Park Stadium Management, the Scottish FA, Rangers FC and any other relevant parties to bring those responsible to book."