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Martin O'Neill Warns of Reduced Away Fans at Old Firm

3/10/2026

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Martin O'Neill, Celtic manager, warned that away fan allocations at Old Firm matches could be reduced after violent incidents, including a pitch invasion, in a recent Scottish Cup game against Rangers.
He noted that about 7,500 away supporters created a vibrant atmosphere.
O'Neill warned that future matches might see zero away supporters due to safety concerns, a development he called saddening.

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Martin O'Neill, Celtic manager, warned that away fan allocations at Old Firm matches could be reduced after violent incidents, including a pitch invasion, in a recent Scottish Cup game against Rangers.
He noted that about 7,500 away supporters created a vibrant atmosphere.
O'Neill warned that future matches might see zero away supporters due to safety concerns, a development he called saddening.