Police Scotland held a 15-minute meeting with Celtic players on September 10 to reinforce expectations for their behavior ahead of the derby against Rangers on September 11. The session focused on general conduct in the lead-up to the match.
Officers emphasized the need to avoid on-field altercations, commonly referred to as 'punch-ups,' and cautioned against excessive celebrations. These measures reflect ongoing concerns about player conduct in high-stakes fixtures.
The briefing follows recent incidents of fan disorder during the 2025-26 Scottish Cup quarter-final, where Celtic defeated Rangers 5-4 on penalties at Ibrox. The unrest led to closed-door matches for both clubs in subsequent games.
Celtic manager O’Neill confirmed the meeting was prompted by 'recent events' in fixtures, indicating heightened scrutiny of player behavior in upcoming matches.