Celtic and Rangers have agreed to let away fans return to Old Firm matches in the Scottish Premiership from next season.
The final two league meetings between the clubs last season and first two top-flight encounters this campaign were both played without visiting fans.
Supporter safety concerns were outlined as part of the reasoning and that lockout will be in place for the rest of this season.
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However, following talks between the clubs, SPFL and police – the league’s governing body has confirmed there will be a five per cent away allocation in place from 2024/25 – subject to all necessary requirements being satisfied at both Ibrox and Celtic Park.
That will mean around 3,000 Rangers fans will be able to attend matches at Parkhead, while around 2,500 Celtic fans will be at Ibrox.
SPFL statement in full
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“Following engagement with both clubs, the SPFL is pleased to confirm that Rangers FC and Celtic FC will provide ticket allocations of around five per cent for away supporters, for SPFL matches between the two clubs.
“This will be effective from Scottish Premiership season 2024/25, subject to all necessary requirements being satisfied at both Ibrox and Celtic Park.
“It does not affect the remaining two league matches between the clubs in season 2023/24, which will remain at a zero allocation for away supporters.”
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In a statement, the Ibrox club said: “Rangers’ position has always been for away supporters to be present at these games, and with this move, a significant number of our fans will be able to support our team at Parkhead in seasons ahead.”
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Celtic have won both Old Firm clashes this season, beating Rangers 1-0 at Ibrox in September followed by a 2-1 victory in December.
The clubs go head-to-head again, live on Sky Sports, on April 7 – without away fans – in a key fixture in this title race, while another league meeting will will follow after the split.
Brendan Rodgers’ Celtic are currently one point ahead of Rangers in the Scottish Premiership, however, the Ibrox club do have a game in hand.
Watch Rangers vs Celtic on April 7 from 11am, live on Sky Sports Football.
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