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Celtic vs Rangers referee and VAR revealed as Ibrox ref in instant return for Premiership blockbuster

The SFA have made their picks for Sunday's table topping encounter at Celtic Park a week on from Premier Sports Cup game at Ibrox

Published: Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 9:20 AM
Celtic vs Rangers referee and VAR revealed as Ibrox ref in instant return for Premiership blockbuster
Key Things to Know
  • John Beaton has been appointed as the referee for Sunday's Old Firm derby between Celtic and Rangers.
  • Nick Walsh will serve as the VAR official for the Scottish Premiership match at Celtic Park.
  • David McGeachie and Jonathan Bell have been named as the assistant referees.
The Story in 60 Seconds

John Beaton has been appointed as the referee for this Sunday's Scottish Premiership Old Firm derby between Celtic and Rangers at Celtic Park. The Scottish FA confirmed the appointments for the table-topping encounter, which sees Celtic hosting Rangers with no away fans in attendance. David McGeachie and Jonathan Bell will serve as assistant referees for the match.

Nick Walsh has been confirmed as the VAR official for the blockbuster fixture, with Grant Irvine assisting him. The match is highly anticipated as Rangers look to prevent Celtic from extending their lead at the top of the table to eight points, following Celtic's recent exit from the Premier Sports Cup at Ibrox.

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