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Police Warn Away Allocations 'Not Workable' After Rangers Celtic Violence

On Mar 10, 2026 Police Scotland warned substantial away allocations for Old Firm fixtures could become untenable after Sunday's pitch incursion at Ibrox, with Emma Croft stating, 'So our starting position is that that number of away fans is not workable currently.'
Scottish Cup rules allowed Celtic supporters to fill the entire Broomloan Stand with over 7,500 fans, the first time since 2018, despite recent away allocations varying from about 750 to around 2,500.
Police confirmed that nine arrests have been made after rival supporters clashed on the pitch, a Celtic staff member was assaulted, a 10-year-old child struck by a coin, and several police officers and stewards injured.
A policing enquiry team has been established today to investigate all incidents relating to the quarter-final fixture, and Police Scotland urged the public to contact 101, Crimestoppers, or the Major Incident Public Portal.
Croft urged clubs to engage with 'ultra' groups and set clearer expectations to prevent breaches of criminality, noting recent away allocations vary widely despite a league five per cent away allocation of around 2,000 to 2,500 supporters.

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