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SPFL probe Celtic games as panel disputes penalty

The SPFL’s disciplinary investigations also include conduct at Inverness Caledonian Thistle v Hamilton Academical in League 1 on 2 May, Hamilton’s League 1 play-off second-leg win against Clyde at Broadwood on 15 May and Stenhousemuir’s Championship play-off second-leg defeat by Alloa Athletic on 16 May.

Hamilton and Stenny both won their ties on aggregate and there were spectators on the pitch following both games, as there was after Inverness beat visitors Hamilton. That game took place on the final weekend of regular season League 1 fixtures, with Inverness clinching the title and promotion to the Championship.

“In recent seasons, there have been a number of incidents at SPFL matches where objects have been thrown at players or members of staff, orchestrated pyrotechnic displays have taken place, and/or mass pitch incursions have occurred,” the SPFL said in a statement.

“In season 2025-26 the SPFL concluded 11 disciplinary processes against eight clubs for such incidents.

“These statistics do not include the final match days of the season and the SPFL can confirm that the [matches being investigated] are being investigated under SPFL Rules H36 and H37.

“In addition to these disciplinary processes, there is a continuing need for all stakeholders to work together to address the challenges of unacceptable conduct at matches, including pitch encroachments and pyrotechnic use.

“The SPFL has engaged fully in the Scottish government’s consultation on football banning orders and awaits the next steps in that process.”

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