Sports event consultant Mark Blackbourne will lead the Scottish FA's investigation into the disorder that followed the Scottish Cup quarter-final between Rangers and Celtic in March. 13 arrests were made after the match, highlighting tensions between the rival Glasgow teams. The review, involving Police Scotland and both clubs, will examine events before, during, and after the game to identify lessons for future fixtures with similar risk profiles. Blackbourne, described as a veteran sports event consultant with Uefa and Fifa experience, will focus on match operations and safety protocols.

The Scottish FA emphasized the need to prevent recurrence at high-stakes matches, particularly as the teams prepare to face each other again in the Premiership on 10 May. This incident underscores the challenges of managing fan behavior in high-intensity derbies, with the review aiming to balance competitive spirit and public safety.