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Nine Arrests After Ibrox Pitch Invasion as Celtic Advance on Penalties

Police reported arrests and injuries following post-match disorder, increasing scrutiny of the enlarged away ticket allocation used for the Old Firm tie.

Overview

  • Celtic eliminated Rangers in a Scottish Cup quarterfinal shootout 4-2 after a 0-0 draw through extra time at Ibrox, with Tomas Cvancara converting the decisive kick.
  • Dozens of visiting supporters entered the pitch after the final penalty, prompting clashes with home fans as police and stewards formed cordons on the field.
  • Police said nine people were arrested within 24 hours and reported injuries included a 10-year-old struck by a coin and an officer hit by a bottle, with more arrests expected.
  • Key VAR interventions shaped the contest, including a Rangers extra-time goal by Emmanuel Fernández ruled out for handball after review.
  • Roughly 7,500 Celtic fans were allocated seats as part of a trial for larger away sections, and authorities and reports now indicate the policy is likely to be curtailed after the unrest.