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Celtic and Rangers face closed-door sanctions after Scottish Cup incident
- Celtic and Rangers lost their appeals against stadium closure sanctions.
- The sanctions follow poor match day management and unacceptable conduct by supporters during a Scottish Cup quarter-final.
- Both clubs must play their next home Scottish Cup fixture behind closed doors.
- Celtic described the punishment as 'excessive' and 'disproportionate'.
- The incident occurred during the Scottish Cup quarter-final on 8th March 2026.