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Fans evacuated as Celtic supporters’ bus goes up in flames short distance away from stadium moments after Rangers clash

FANS had to be evacuated from a supporters' bus that went on fire near Celtic Park after today's Old Firm derby clash. On the park Rangers took all three points with a 1-0 victory thanks to a goal from Ryan…

Published: Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 3:45 PM
Fans evacuated as Celtic supporters’ bus goes up in flames short distance away from stadium moments after Rangers clash
Key Things to Know
  • A Celtic supporters' bus caught fire near Celtic Park following the Old Firm derby.
  • All passengers were safely evacuated from the vehicle, and no injuries were reported.
  • Two fire engines attended the scene on the A728 Clyde Gateway to extinguish the blaze.
The Story in 60 Seconds

A supporters' bus carrying Celtic fans caught fire near Celtic Park shortly after the Old Firm derby against Rangers. The incident occurred on the A728 Clyde Gateway near the Emirates Arena as the coach was traveling away from the stadium. All passengers were successfully evacuated from the vehicle, and Police Scotland confirmed that no injuries were reported.

Two fire engines arrived at the scene around 2:30 PM to tackle the blaze, which destroyed the rear of the coach. The vehicle, owned by McLean's Coaches of Airdrie and hired by the Motherwell 9 in a Row CSC, was later towed away. Earlier in the day, Rangers defeated Celtic 1-0 at Parkhead thanks to a first-half goal from Ryan Naderi.

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