Police Issue Behaviour Warning to Celtic Before Rangers Derby
· Sports · BBC Sport
Police Scotland held a meeting with Celtic officials on Friday to issue a formal reminder regarding player and staff behaviour ahead of Sunday's Premier Sport Cup quarter-final against Rangers. The warning follows fan disorder during last season's Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox, which resulted in both clubs being ordered to play home matches behind closed doors. Manager Martin O'Neill stated the police discussion focused on conduct on the field, including potential altercations and excessive celebrations. The match will proceed without away fans, a policy recently implemented by the Scottish Professional Football League for all Old Firm derbies this season. Celtic currently hold a five-point lead in the Scottish Premiership after six matches.
Why it matters
The police intervention underscores heightened security concerns surrounding the Old Firm derby, directly impacting match-day protocols and the professional conduct expected of players during high-stakes Scottish football fixtures.
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