Rangers vs Celtic: TV channel, live stream, kick-off time + referee and VAR officials for Scottish Cup quarter-final
Seven days on from their Old Firm league meeting at Ibrox, Rangers and Celtic renew their rivalry in Govan on Scottish Cup duty this weekend
Rangers will battle it out with their fiercest rivals Celtic for a place in the Scottish Cup semi-finals back at Ibrox this weekend - just seven days on from their pulsating 2-2 Premiership draw at the same venue.
With a place at Hampden on the line rather than three points, Glasgow’s ‘big two’ clubs will collide again in what is sure to be another breathless encounter. One team must prevail on the day, even if it requires extra-time and penalties.
Celtic staged a second half comeback as they fought back from Youssef Chermiti’s two goals down with Kieran Tierney and Reo Hatate both scoring to earn a share of the spoils in a thrilling game of two halves in Govan. It will be fascinating to see how this cup tie plays out.
When is Rangers vs Celtic and what time is kick-off?
Rangers entertain Celtic again at Ibrox Stadium this weekend on Sunday, March 8.
The derby match between the two historic rivals will kick off at 13:00pm GMT.
Is Rangers vs Celtic on TV and how can it be watched?
Yes, Rangers vs Celtic has been selected for live TV coverage. Premier Sports hold the main TV rights for the Scottish Cup, meaning they have chosen to broadcast this match.
Coverage will begin at 12pm, with a full hour of pre-match build-up and expert analysis. Subscribers will have the option to live stream the match on the go via the Premier Player.
Who will be the referee for Rangers vs Celtic?
The SFA have confirmed the referee for Sunday’s Old Firm cup tie will be Don Robertson He will be assisted by linesmen Ross Macleod and David Roome, with Andrew Dallas on VAR duties at Clydesdale House and Matthew MacDermid as his assistant VAR.
Robertson made his debut in this fixture as a late replacement for Willie Collum during the Scottish Cup semi-final in April 2023. He is one of the Scottish FA’s most experienced whistlers.
VAR played a crucial role in last weekend’s Premiership encounter with official John Beaton called over to the pitch side monitor to review a handball incident involving Dujon Sterling which led to a penalty award right at the death.
What is the latest pre-match team news?
Rangers boss Danny Rohl remains without midfielder Bailey Rice and centre-back Derek Cornelius, but Connor Barron is on the comeback trail after returning to full training this week. Winger Oliver Antman remains doubtful due to “minor problems.”
Interim Celtic manager Martin O’Neill won’t be able to call on long-term absentees, Arne Engels, Alistair Johnston, Cameron Carter-Vickers, Jota, Callum Osmand, while doubts have been raised over the fitness of Kieran Tierney due to a foot injury and Kasper Schmeichel. Frontman Kelechi Iheanacho should be available for selection.