SPFL boss shares Celtic and Rangers trend fear over iconic fixture as missiles could spark drastic action.

This season, Celtic and Rangers supporters have not packed the stadiums for their away games.

Cuts have been made to the allocations for the Rangers and Celtic derby; Hearts manager Steven Naismith is concerned that the Edinburgh rivalry with Hibs may suffer a similar fate.

Lawrence Shankland, a striker for the Jambos, was targeted with missiles during a 1-1 draw with the Easter Road team. After Emiliano Marcondes’ first goal, the Scotland international scored the equalizer from the penalty spot as items were hurled from the away team towards the striker.

There haven’t been any away supporters at any Rangers vs. Celtic games this season. It was reported in September that the Premiership champions rejected an offer of around 700 tickets from the Ibrox club to their rivals because of concerns about safety.

According to Naismith, events similar to the one that occurred during Wednesday’s Hearts vs. Hibs game may result in fewer away fans. “All the stuff being launched on, it’s just not acceptable,” he declared.

If that’s looked into, they’re just going to limit the number of people allowed into that stand, which will affect the derby’s atmosphere, which is, in my opinion, good and fiercely competitive.

“Students are the ones who will ruin the celebration for everyone.”Coins, vape pens, and other items that were in everyone’s pockets, I believe, were the main culprits.It’s simply insufficient, period.”

Celtic will play Hearts this weekend. The Hoops head to Gorgie on high spirits after crushing Dundee 7-1, while the 1-1 draw puts them 12 points clear of third place.