Rangers also said they had been in discussions with Celtic.
“Following the recent cup draw, Rangers approached Celtic with proposals aimed at finding a sustainable way forward,” the Ibrox club’s statement added.
“Celtic responded eight days later and that response did not address our concerns around accountability and deterrence. Rangers has not seen the clear acknowledgement, condemnation or deterrent messaging we believe should follow events of that seriousness from Celtic.
“Rangers have been left to manage the significant consequences of the damage caused on 8 March. Our concern is whether enough has been done since then to demonstrate accountability and reduce the likelihood of the same behaviour being repeated.
“We remain concerned that there is a material risk of recurrence.
“We are willing to work constructively with all stakeholders and authorities involved in matchday safety for these fixtures. However, the risks currently identified will only be reduced through greater accountability, effective deterrence and constructive joint working.
“We have previously raised concerns where risks identified by the club were not, in our view, given sufficient weight, including in relation to the increased away allocation for the 8 March fixture. Rangers will not be deterred from taking decisions it believes are necessary to protect our club, our stadium and our fans.”
Rangers will travel to Celtic Park for a Scottish Premiership fixture on 20 September and the ticketing arrangements for that match are still to be confirmed.
Away fans returned to league Old Firm games in 2025 after a period with no travelling support.
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