The SPFL has stepped into the heated debate over ticket allocations for the final Old Firm derby of the season, stating that Rangers should receive a "reasonable allocation" of five percent of seats for the May 10 clash at Celtic Park—but stopping short of mandating the move.

The decision comes after Rangers formally requested intervention from the Scottish Premiership's organizers, following Celtic's refusal to provide away tickets unless the Union Bears group was excluded. In a statement, the SPFL explained that it "would not overrule a risk assessment carried out by the party (Celtic) legally responsible for the safety and security of the event," effectively leaving the resolution in the hands of the two clubs.

This dispute follows a tense Scottish Cup quarter-final between the sides at Ibrox on March 8, where disorder erupted as fans from both home and away sections entered the pitch after Celtic's penalty shootout victory. That match marked the fourth meeting this season to feature away supporters, ending a prior period without allocations. Notably, the Scottish Cup tie included a larger away contingent—15 percent—due to competition rules.

With no mandate from the SPFL, the ball is now in Celtic's court. For fans on both sides, the outcome will shape the atmosphere of what promises to be a fiery season finale, as the Old Firm rivalry continues to test the boundaries of safety, tradition, and sportsmanship.