Scottish Masters 2024: How to watch & what Rangers + Celtic legends are playing as icons dust off boots again

The iconic TEXO Scottish Masters Football will return this week, showcasing some of the best players Scottish football has ever seen. For the first time ever, the six-a-side indoor tournament will be held at Aberdeen’s P&J Live.

The Scottish Masters was formed in 2000 and has become a staple event in the calendar for fans and neutrals alike. Over the years, 15 arenas have hosted the tournament and more than 1,500 ex-professional footballers have represented their former sides.

The highly-anticipated event will allow legends of the game to dust off their boots and put on a show for their old supporters once again. Celtic and Rangers will return to the stage, while Aberdeen and Dundee United replace Hearts and Hibs from last year.

Celtic are the reigning champions, but can they hold onto their crown in Aberdeen?

When is the Scottish Masters?

The Scottish Masters will be held on Thursday, November 14th at 7.30pm at P&J Live in Aberdeen.

What is the Scottish Masters format?

Each squad will consist of eight players, with six on the pitch at one time. The Aberdeen, Celtic, Dundee United and Rangers legends will face each other in a round-robin format, the two teams with the highest points will face each other in the final. Each match will last 16 minutes across across two halves.

Who is playing the Scottish Masters?

The Celtic and Rangers legends taking part in this year’s Scottish Masters have been named, featuring the likes of Scott Brown, Jermain Defoe, Barry Ferguson and Charlie Mulgrew.

Here is the full team list for the Glasgow sides:

Celtic: Stiliyan Petrov (c), Scott Brown, Charlie Mulgrew, Michael McGovern, Darren O'Dea, Joe Ledley, Simon Donnelly, Gary Hooper.

Rangers: Barry Ferguson (c), Kris Boyd, Lee McCulloch, Jermain Defoe, Roy Carroll, Pedro Mendes, Graham Dorrans, Nacho Novo.

Representing Aberdeen will be Russell Anderson (c), Eoin Jess, Joe Lewis, Kevin McNaughton, Derek Young, Jonny Hayes, Gavin Rae, and Lee Miller. Meanwhile, Dundee United have named Willo Flood (c), Craig Conway, Garry Kenneth, John Rankin, Paul Gallacher, Mark Wilson, Danny Swanson, and Jon Daly in their squad.

How can I watch the Scottish Masters?

Tickets are still available to purchase online for those wanting to see the action live in person. Ticket prices start at £39.25 per person for standard admission. Premium seating is now sold out but package upgrades are still available — you can find out more here.

The Scottish Masters will also be shown live on TV, as BBC Scotland have secured broadcasting rights for the second year running. Sportscene will show live coverage from 7.15pm — Emma Dodds will present the event with Rob Maclean on commentary.