SPFL probe Celtic video games as KMI panel disputes penalty awarded in opposition to Motherwell

The SPFL’s disciplinary investigations additionally embody conduct at Inverness Caledonian Thistle v Hamilton Academical in League 1 on 2 May, Hamilton’s League 1 play-off second-leg win in opposition to Clyde at Broadwood on 15 May and Stenhousemuir’s Championship play-off second-leg defeat by Alloa Athletic on 16 May.

Hamilton and Stenny each received their ties on combination and there have been spectators on the pitch following each video games, as there was after Inverness beat guests Hamilton. That sport happened on the ultimate weekend of standard season League 1 fixtures, with Inverness clinching the title and promotion to the Championship.

“In recent seasons, there have been a number of incidents at SPFL matches where objects have been thrown at players or members of staff, orchestrated pyrotechnic displays have taken place, and/or mass pitch incursions have occurred,” the SPFL mentioned in an announcement.

“In season 2025-26 the SPFL concluded 11 disciplinary processes against eight clubs for such incidents.

“These statistics don’t embody the ultimate match days of the season and the SPFL can verify that the [matches being investigated] are being investigated beneath SPFL Rules H36 and H37.

“In addition to these disciplinary processes, there is a continuing need for all stakeholders to work together to address the challenges of unacceptable conduct at matches, including pitch encroachments and pyrotechnic use.

“The SPFL has engaged absolutely within the Scottish authorities’s session on soccer banning orders and awaits the following steps in that course of.”