Rangers issued a statement in response to the new-style away allocation agreed upon for matches against Celtic.

Rangers issued a statement in response to the new-style away allocation agreed upon for matches against Celtic.

Both clubs have agreed to give away fans a five percent allocation starting next season.

The remaining matches between the clubs this season will not be impacted by the lack of away fans at either venue.

However, next season, approximately 2500 Celtic fans will be present at Ibrox, while approximately 3000 Rangers fans will have tickets to Parkhead.

The SPFL announced the new agreement this morning, putting an end to the long-running dispute over away tickets for derby matches.

Rangers executives have now provided an explanation of the deal from their perspective.

Rangers FC issued the following statement: “Rangers FC notes the SPFL’s confirmation of future Old Firm allocations at both Ibrox and Parkhead.”

“This was reached following input from both clubs, the SPFL, local authorities, and the league’s broadcast partners.

“While this will not affect the two remaining league derbies this season, from next season, both clubs will be required to provide five per-cent of their stadia to the away team for Old Firm games only — mirroring the UEFA European match model.

“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.

“At Ibrox, this will affect supporters in sections BF5 and BR5, as well as part of BF4 and BR4 in the Broomloan Stand, as it would for European matches.

“Alternative seating arrangements for supporters in these sections for Old Firm derbies have been identified and those affected will be contacted directly by the club.”

The original SPFL statement read: “Following engagement with both clubs, the SPFL is pleased to confirm that Rangers FC and Celtic FC will provide ticket allocations of around 5% 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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