Partick Thistle 'appalled' after away fan suffers broken nose amid drum theft attack at Firhill

Partick Thistle Football Club have said they are “appalled” after a Queen of the South fan was left injured in an altercation at the end of their League Cup clash.

The incident occurred on Tuesday following the Jags’ 2-0 victory over the League One side in Maryhill.

STV News understands that a visiting supporter was left with a suspected broken nose as their drum was stolen at the end of the game.

Queen of the South say they were disappointed by the incident and wished the injured supporter a speedy recovery.

Both clubs thanked fans who intervened and medical staff who assisted the victim as Police Scotland launched an investigation to establish the full circumstances.

A statement from Partick Thistle released on Wednesday said: “Players and officials of Partick Thistle were appalled at the incident that occurred after the final whistle in last night’s game with Queen of the South at the Wyre Stadium at Firhill.

“We thank the group of home and away fans that came to the assistance of the young visiting supporter in the aftermath and also thank our first team medical staff who applied treatment in the club’s physio department.

“Queen of the South have provided an update this morning and we are pleased to hear that the young person involved is doing well and echo their wishes for a speedy recovery.

“The matter is now in the hands of Police Scotland.”

Queen of the South said: “The club are disappointed with the incident that took place after our cup tie against Partick Thistle.

“We are delighted to hear that those involved are ok and wish them a speedy recovery.

“Supporters should be allowed to follow their team safely and we are pleased that the matter is now being handled by Police Scotland.

“Thank you to all the Partick and Queens fans who helped in the aftermath and to Partick Thistle FC for their assistance.”

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.45pm on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, officers received a report of a person having been injured in the Firhill Road area of Glasgow.

“He received treatment at the scene.

“Enquiries to establish the full circumstances are ongoing.”