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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <description><![CDATA[Hoping to put their disappointing World Cup 2026 campaign firmly in the past, Scotland will kick off their Nations League B Group 1 schedule with a trip to face Slovenia on Saturday, September 26. The Tartan Army will travel to Stadion Stozice, the 16,038-capacity ground in Ljubljana that has been home to the Slovenian national […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <title><![CDATA[Most expensive Champions League away days in 2026-27 season ranked]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[The UEFA Champions League is set to start this week, and ever since the league phase draw was made last month, football fans across Europe have been busy planning away trips. Away day culture isn't something exclusive to England, with plenty of clubs across Europe boasting impressive travelling support, and we already can't wait to […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                        <media:description><![CDATA[The UEFA Champions League is set to start this week, and ever since the league phase draw was made last month, football fans across Europe have been busy planning away trips. Away day culture isn't something exclusive to England, with plenty of clubs across Europe boasting impressive travelling support, and we already can't wait to […]]]></media:description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
</div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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                <title><![CDATA[Arsenal remove major feature from Emirates Stadium before Chelsea Premier League clash]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Arsenal have removed the “Champions” sign from the Emirates Stadium ahead of their Premier League clash with Chelsea on Sunday. The sign was added outside the away end after Arsenal won the Premier League last season, lifting the trophy for the first time since 2004. Arsenal remove “Champions” sign However, the messaging has now been […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <title><![CDATA[How Barcelona will protect Camp Nou during “high risk” Feyenoord Champions League match]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Barcelona have introduced a series of enhanced security and ticketing measures ahead of Wednesday's Champions League meeting with Feyenoord at Spotify Camp Nou. The fixture has been classified as high risk, prompting the club to activate its Security and Rival Fan Control Protocol for the September 9 encounter, which kicks off at 6.45pm CEST.  Barcelona […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <title><![CDATA[New Wrexham drone footage reveals big step forward in Kop Stand expansion]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[New drone footage from the Racecourse Ground has revealed another major step forward in the construction of Wrexham's new Kop Stand, with cranes positioned for a significant roof installation. The latest footage, posted by YouTube channel Britain From Above on Thursday, September 3, was filmed early in the morning as work continued on the £70m […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                        <media:description><![CDATA[New drone footage from the Racecourse Ground has revealed another major step forward in the construction of Wrexham's new Kop Stand, with cranes positioned for a significant roof installation. The latest footage, posted by YouTube channel Britain From Above on Thursday, September 3, was filmed early in the morning as work continued on the £70m […]]]></media:description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Man United about to take next step in new stadium process as official update released]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Manchester United are about to begin the design process for their proposed new 100,000-seater stadium, with the club confirming that previously released images were only conceptual. The update was contained in the minutes of United's Fans' Forum meeting in July, which have now been published. The forum brings together representatives from different sections of the […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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                <title><![CDATA[New Man United Stadium: Gordon Strachan calls for “raw energy” to return to Old Trafford 2.0 (exclusive)]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Manchester United's proposed new 100,000-seater stadium must recapture the “raw energy” of Old Trafford if it is to become a worthy successor to the club's historic home, according to former United midfielder Gordon Strachan. United are progressing with plans for a new stadium approximately 350 metres north-west of the existing Old Trafford, with the proposed […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <title><![CDATA[Things to do near Wembley Stadium 2026: Seven of the best local attractions for every type of fan]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[A trip to Wembley Stadium does not have to be all about the big match, concert or event, with plenty of things to see and do around Wembley Park and the wider area. Whether you are arriving early, bringing the family or making a weekend of your visit, there are plenty of options within easy […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:56:54 +0100</pubDate>
                <title><![CDATA[SPFL impose full away fan ban on Celtic and Rangers for all Old Firm clashes in 2026/27]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[There will be no away supporters at any Old Firm clash this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers. The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March. Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season The SPFL has confirmed that […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
</div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:56:54 +0100</pubDate>
                <title><![CDATA[Como share timelapse of Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia transformation ahead of Champions League debut]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Como have shared fresh footage showing the transformation of the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia ahead of a historic Champions League debut. The iconic stadium on the shores of Lake Como is preparing to host European football for the first time as the club enters a new era. Watch as Como share Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia redevelopment footage […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
</div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <title><![CDATA[Elland Road expansion update reveals new fan‑flow barriers, hospitality progress and pitch work]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Leeds United's Elland Road expansion project is continuing alongside the new season, with the stadium remaining fully operational for supporters. Fresh footage has shown several smaller but important changes around the ground as work continues behind the scenes. Elland Road redevelopment continues with fresh upgrades The latest update, filmed on September 2nd, shows that Howard's […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
</div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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                        <media:title><![CDATA[Elland Road expansion update reveals new fan‑flow barriers, hospitality progress and pitch work]]></media:title>
                        <media:description><![CDATA[Leeds United's Elland Road expansion project is continuing alongside the new season, with the stadium remaining fully operational for supporters. Fresh footage has shown several smaller but important changes around the ground as work continues behind the scenes. Elland Road redevelopment continues with fresh upgrades The latest update, filmed on September 2nd, shows that Howard's […]]]></media:description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Nottingham MPs back Forest’s “historic” City Ground expansion plans in major new update]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Nottingham Forest's ambitious plans to transform the City Ground have received a major show of support from the city's MPs. The proposed redevelopment would take the stadium's capacity to around 52,500 and could bring significant economic benefits to the area. City Ground redevelopment finally gets local MPs backing Nottingham East MP Nadia Whittome, Nottingham North […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:56:54 +0100</pubDate>
                <title><![CDATA[Mikel Merino chant: Lyrics, tune and story behind Arsenals’ song for their reliable utility man]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mikel Merino joined Arsenal in the summer of 2024, and while he was initially brought in to strengthen their midfield options, he has since developed into something of a cult hero thanks to his impressive performances as an emergency striker for the Gunners. The Spaniard produced some strong displays during his time in midfield, but […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <title><![CDATA[Declan Rice chant: Lyrics, tune and story behind Arsenal’s song for their midfield dynamo]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Since joining Arsenal from West Ham in the summer of 2023, Declan Rice has quickly established himself as a central figure in Mikel Arteta's squad, helping the Gunners secure their first Premier League title in two decades. The £100 million midfielder has largely justified his price tag, with even his former West Ham boss David […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:56:54 +0100</pubDate>
                <title><![CDATA[Kai Havertz chant: Lyrics, tune and story behind Arsenal’s song for their German forward]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[When Arsenal paid Chelsea £65 million for Kai Havertz in the summer of 2023, there was widespread opinion that the Gunners had overpaid. After all, Havertz had managed just 19 Premier League goals across three full seasons at Stamford Bridge. Those concerns appeared justified during his early months in North London, with the German struggling […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
</div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:56:54 +0100</pubDate>
                <title><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta chant: Lyrics, tune and story behind Arsenal fan’s song for their Spanish leader]]></title>
                <description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta endured a challenging start to his Arsenal tenure, with both results and performances taking time to reach the desired level following his appointment. However, the club's patience and faith in the Spaniard have ultimately been vindicated, with Arteta's patient rebuild transforming the Gunners into genuine contenders on both the domestic and European stages. […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


<div class="wp-block-image">
<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
</div>


<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
]]></content:encoded>
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                        <media:description><![CDATA[Mikel Arteta endured a challenging start to his Arsenal tenure, with both results and performances taking time to reach the desired level following his appointment. However, the club's patience and faith in the Spaniard have ultimately been vindicated, with Arteta's patient rebuild transforming the Gunners into genuine contenders on both the domestic and European stages. […]]]></media:description>
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                <description><![CDATA[Barcelona are planning to add an unusual new attraction to the redeveloped Camp Nou, with an indoor theme park set to become part of the stadium complex. The ambitious commercial agreement is designed to bring another source of revenue to the Catalan giants beyond football matchdays. Barcelona agree ambitious commercial deal with Babylon Park Spain […]]]></description>
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<p>There will be no away supporters at any <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/the-top-10-biggest-derbies-and-rivalries-in-scottish-football-including-the-old-firm.html" rel="prefetch">Old Firm clash</a> this season after the SPFL moved to tighten matchday arrangements between Celtic and Rangers.</p>



<p>The decision follows the disorder that marred their Scottish Cup meeting at Ibrox in March.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Old Firm derbies will not have away fans this season</h2>



<p>The SPFL has confirmed that Celtic and Rangers will have no away supporters at any SPFL-organised matches between the clubs for the remainder of the 2026/27 season.</p>



<p>The decision comes after the <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/old-firm-disorder-review-calls-for-stadium-closures-in-major-shake-up-of-scottish-football-safety.html" rel="prefetch">Scottish FA's Independent Review</a> into the events surrounding the Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on March 8th, when <a href="https://footballgroundguide.com/news/watch-celtic-and-rangers-fans-storm-pitch-after-old-firm-derby.html" rel="prefetch">both sets of supporters invaded the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory</a>.</p>



<p>The clubs were subsequently punished, with each ordered to play their next Scottish Cup home match behind closed doors and pay the visiting club £100,000 in compensation for lost revenue.</p>



<p>Rangers had been set to offer Celtic just 700 tickets for the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on September 13th, but Celtic rejected the reduced allocation and asked the SPFL to intervene.</p>



<p>Following further discussions involving both clubs, the SPFL and Police Scotland, an agreement has now been reached to remove away allocations entirely.</p>



<p>That means Celtic supporters will not be present at Ibrox for the League Cup meeting, while Rangers fans will also be absent from Parkhead when the teams meet in the league one week later.</p>



<p>The SPFL says the temporary arrangement will give all parties time to consider the Independent Review's recommendations and properly plan future fixtures, while also providing greater certainty around ticketing and matchday safety.</p>


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<figure class="aligncenter size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="2700" height="1800" src="https://footballgroundguide.com/thumbor/CUcWAnDM39J1H2C6Nd8FgTStDBQ=/2700x1800/smart/filters:format(webp)/https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.footballgroundguide.com%2Fmain%2F2026%2F05%2Fimago1073924441.jpg" alt="Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic" class="wp-image-829142" style="width:800px;height:auto"/><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Police and stewards line the pitch as they try to regain order following the crowd trouble during Rangers vs Celtic &#8211; Photo via IMAGO / Pro Sports Images</em></figcaption></figure>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">FGG says: This is a sad reflection of the Old Firm rivalry these days</h2>



<p>It is a real shame that the authorities have reached the point where taking away supporters is seen as the safest solution for Old Firm matches. </p>



<p>These games are supposed to be among the biggest occasions in Scottish football, and the presence of both sets of fans is a huge part of that.</p>



<p>Ultimately, though, the scenes at Ibrox cannot simply be ignored.</p>



<p> If supporters cannot attend without pitch invasions and disorder, then stronger measures are understandable, but hopefully this is genuinely a temporary step rather than the new normal.</p>
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