Rule changes needed to deal with pitch invasions - Scottish FA

Scottish football faces a call for rule changes to curb pitch invasions, according to Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell. The SPFL is investigating five fixtures where supporters entered the field, including two Premiership title run games, while an independent review into Celtic’s Scottish Cup quarter-final crowd incursions is due next week. Maxwell warns the phenomenon has shifted from rare celebrations to a more prevalent and dangerous issue, stressing collaboration among clubs, police, and authorities. While entering the pitch is a criminal offense in England and Wales, it is not currently in Scotland, prompting discussion of potential criminalisation and related measures.