Celtic and Rangers away fans barred from all Old Firm Premiership and League Cup games this season
Decision comes following the on-pitch clashes between fans after the Scottish Cup match in March; SPFL statement: "There will be no away supporters for matches involving Rangers and Celtic in SPFL competitions for the remainder of the 2026/27 season"
Friday 4 September 2026 14:42, UK
There will be no fans allowed at Old Firm games between Celtic and Rangers in this season's Premiership and League Cup, the SPFL has announced.
Rangers host Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup on September 13 and the teams then meet at Parkhead in the league a week later - live on Sky Sports.
Both clubs had previously agreed on an away ticket allocation of five per cent would be in place for all SPFL games at both grounds.
However, following the on-pitch clashes between fans after their Scottish Cup match in March and an independent review, those arrangements were reconsidered.
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Rangers offered 300 tickets, instead of around 2,500, based on their assessment of the circumstances and risks associated with that fixture.
Celtic rejected that proposal and the SPFL stepped in to make a determination.
Following discussions involving both clubs and the SPFL, the decision was made to lock out away fans from the Old Firm meetings this season in the SPFL.
An SPFL statement added: "This temporary arrangement will allow both clubs, together with the SPFL, Police Scotland and other relevant stakeholders, to give proper consideration to the findings and recommendations of the Independent Review, take forward the necessary actions and ensure sufficient time is available to plan future fixtures thoroughly.
"It will also provide greater certainty for supporters and those involved in matchday planning, while avoiding repeated uncertainty around ticketing arrangements for individual fixtures.
"All parties have committed to working constructively during this period, with safety and security remaining the priority.
"The position will remain subject to review should circumstances materially change during the season.
"Arrangements for matches between the clubs beyond the current season will be considered well in advance of the 2027/28 season."
