On May 25th, Celtic is set to face Philippe Clement’s Rangers in a what will be a highly anticipated Scottish Cup Final at Hampden Park. The buildup to this monumental clash has been dramatic, to say the least, with Celtic securing their spot through a nail-biting semi-final against Aberdeen.
Rangers booked their place in the final following a routine 2-0 win over Hearts, thanks in large part to Cyriell Dessers, who scored both goals. Their victory at Hampden marked a fifth win over Hearts this season.
Celtic’s last stop before the final was nothing short of cinematic. After a tense match against Aberdeen, which ended in a 3-3 draw post extra-time, it came down to penalties. Despite an initial miss, Celtic goalkeeper Joe Hart emerged as the hero, making a crucial save that clinched a 6-5 shootout victory for his team. Hart, who is nearing the end of his tenure with Celtic, is expected to make his final appearance in a Celtic jersey at the upcoming final, adding an emotional layer to the event.
The anticipation for the final will be brief due to the ongoing title battle Celtic find themselves in at the moment. However, in the backdrop of the SPFL run-in there’s a small matter of ticketing for the final.
Approximately 40,000 Celtic fans attended the semi-final against Aberdeen, a strong but unsurprising show of support for the team. However, securing a ticket for the final will prove to be a formidable challenge.
CeltsAreHere understands the only method to obtain a ticket is through official channels is Celtic’s home cup ticket scheme, where members are entered into a ballot. Given the expected 50/50 split in ticket allocation between Celtic and Rangers fans, many supporters are bound to be disappointed. The possibility of a second ballot offers a glimmer of hope for those who miss out initially, but chances remain slim.
The high demand will inevitably lead to concerns about ticket scalping and inflated prices on secondary markets. We would strongly discourage buying tickets from unofficial sources.
There will be a small amount of tickets through a Hampden VIP lane where lounge access for eye watering prices get you a seat. These tickets usually go fast and to those who have purchased before.
As the final approaches, both teams are set to clash once more in the league at Parkhead, which will serve as a prelude to the final showdown. With both teams having shown similar form this season, the final is expected to be a spectacle of Scottish football at its best. Fans, while wrestling with the ticket dilemma, can look forward to a match that promises to be intense.
