A man has been charged after a glass bottle was allegedly thrown during an Aberdeen and Rangers match.

The missile was allegedly launched into the home section of the South Stand at Pittodrie during the Scottish Premiership game on Sunday, August 5.

A 44-year-old man from Glasgow has been accused of culpable and reckless conduct and will appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court at a later date.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "We can confirm that a 44-year-old man from the Glasgow area has been charged in relation to an alleged culpable and reckless conduct incident which was reported to have occurred at Pittodrie Stadium in Aberdeen during the match between Aberdeen Football Club and Rangers Football Club on Sunday, August 5.

"The man is expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court at a later date."