This paper is about the city of Glasgow in Scotland. More precisely, the two football teams based there, the "Rangers Football Club" and the "Celtic Football Club". This raises the question of how the rift within the city came to be and the extent to which the two teams are involved. To find this out, we worked with different print and digital sources.
Research has shown that the conflict which is blamed for the divide within Glasgow is deeply rooted in the history of the city. In addition to religion, politics and the social aspect are also important. This conflict is made visible by the two teams, as they hold different opinions in every aspect of the conflict potential. The work shows how Glasgow is divided by its history.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Glasgow
- Political Situation in Glasgow
- Catholic and protestant in Glasgow
- Glasgow Rangers
- History and success to date
- Success today
- Celtic Glasgow
- History and success to date
- Success today
- The Old Firm
- Significance for Glasgow / Scotland
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to explore the social divide in Glasgow, symbolized by the two football clubs, Celtic and Rangers. The paper will delve into the history and development of the conflict, examining the political views and religious affiliations of the city's inhabitants. It will also investigate the origins and achievements of both clubs, comparing their current successes. Finally, it will analyze the significance of the "Old Firm" rivalry for both Glasgow and Scotland.
- The historical development of the social divide in Glasgow.
- The role of religion and politics in shaping the city's identity.
- The contrasting histories and achievements of Celtic and Rangers Football Clubs.
- The impact of the "Old Firm" rivalry on the city and the nation.
- The cultural and social significance of football in Glasgow.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the topic of the social divide in Glasgow, focusing on the rivalry between Celtic and Rangers Football Clubs. It outlines the structure of the paper and the main points to be discussed.
- Glasgow: This chapter explores the historical context of Glasgow, examining its development as a religious and industrial centre. It also discusses the influx of Irish immigrants and the impact of their political and religious beliefs on the city's landscape.
- Glasgow Rangers: This chapter focuses on the history and successes of the Glasgow Rangers Football Club, exploring its origins, achievements, and current performance.
- Celtic Glasgow: This chapter explores the history and successes of the Celtic Football Club, examining its foundation, achievements, and current performance.
- The Old Firm: This chapter delves into the "Old Firm" rivalry, explaining its significance for Glasgow and Scotland. It examines the cultural and social impact of the rivalry and its role in shaping the city's identity.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key terms and concepts explored in this paper include: social divide, football, rivalry, Celtic, Rangers, Glasgow, Scotland, religion, politics, immigration, history, identity, culture, and the "Old Firm".
- Quote paper
- Lukas Müller (Author), 2020, Glasgow as a Divided City. As shown by the two football teams "Rangers Football Club" and "Celtic Football Club", Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1367809