The Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) has launched disciplinary investigations into five league matches following incidents of unacceptable supporter conduct.
The governing body confirmed reviews are underway for the final match days of the season regarding thrown objects, pyrotechnics, and pitch invasions, including the recent title-deciding fixture between Celtic and Hearts.
Matches Under Investigation
The investigated matches also include Motherwell v Celtic, Inverness Caledonian Thistle v Hamilton Academical, Hamilton Academical v Clyde, and Stenhousemuir v Alloa Athletic.
Controversy escalated after Celtic secured the league title last Saturday with a 3-1 victory over Hearts, sealed by a counter-attack goal from substitute Callum Osmand.
Following the final whistle, hundreds of Celtic supporters breached security to crowd the pitch, prompting allegations from Hearts investor Tony Bloom that players were assaulted during the invasion.
The Scottish FA countered safety concerns on Thursday by releasing VAR studio audio to confirm referee Don Robertson had officially signaled the end of the match.
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill addressed the situation during a Monday appearance on talkSPORT, dismissing criticisms from the opposition club regarding the behavior of the crowd, calling it "nonsense."
The league authority emphasized that football stakeholders must collaborate to eradicate dangerous behavior in stadiums while awaiting outcomes from government consultations.
"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 stated.
The governing body noted that the 2025/26 season achieved unprecedented benchmarks for domestic football attendance and global viewership across all divisions.
"The SPFL has engaged fully in the Scottish Government’s consultation on football banning orders and awaits the next steps in that process," the SPFL stated.
The league administration praised the vast majority of match-going fans for their loyalty and positive representation of their respective clubs throughout the competitive season.
"Season 2025/26 was a season like no other with record-breaking attendances, drama to the final day in every division, and a level of international interest in Scottish football not seen before in the SPFL era," the SPFL stated.
League data confirms that the SPFL maintains the highest stadium attendance per capita among all European football leagues.
"The vast majority of supporters that attended SPFL matches did so with the passion and loyalty that makes Scottish football unique and were a credit to their clubs and the wider game," the SPFL stated.
The governing body reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring match-day safety for all personnel and spectators inside Scottish stadiums.
"The SPFL has the highest attendances per capita of any league in Europe, and the match-day experience is critical for the continued success of Scottish football," the SPFL stated.
Disciplinary panels will review the match delegate reports before announcing official sanctions for the involved clubs.
"It is therefore essential that all supporters, players, and those working at matches, feel safe when attending," the SPFL stated.
