Celtic fans unable to secure a coveted ticket for this month’s Scottish Cup final can rest easy, with the BBC confirming that the Hampden showdown will be shown live across four of its major platforms.
The final, scheduled for Saturday, May 24 with a 3pm kick-off, will be broadcast on BBC One Scotland, BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website, and BBC Radio Scotland. This multi-platform approach ensures fans across the country can tune in to see if Brendan Rodgers’ side can complete a domestic treble.
It’s usual for BBC to pick up the games, but there have been some issues in recent years, with clashes to the FA Cup final, but that will not be an issue this season. That match is a week earlier, on the 17th of May.
With excitement building ahead of the showpiece event, interest in the fixture is soaring. Celtic’s allocation is expected to be just over 20,000 after hospitality and corporate tickets are accounted for – far from enough to meet demand from the club’s vast season ticket base. But for those missing out on a seat at Hampden, the BBC’s coverage offers a welcome alternative.
Aberdeen, who secured their place in the final with an extra-time win over Hearts, confirmed yesterday they will receive an expanded allocation of 20,000 tickets after agreeing to underwrite the cost of any unsold briefs.
Celtic, who dismantled St Johnstone 5-0 in their semi-final, are aiming to secure their sixth treble in nine seasons. With the league and League Cup already secured, all eyes are now on the final piece of silverware – and the BBC will ensure every moment is accessible to the support.
