Celtic make 'significant investment' to provide Betfred Cup boost to season ticket holders

Celtic have struck a deal with Premier Sports to provide coverage of the Betfred Cup tie against Ross County for virtual season ticket holders.

Celtic fans who paid for a virtual season ticket faced having to fork out for the last 16 home tie against Ross County after the match was selected for live coverage by Premier Sports, who hold the television rights to the competition.

However, after talks between the broadcaster and the current cup holders, a deal has been struck to allow season ticket holders at Parkhead to stream the match live via the Premier Sports Player for no extra charge.

A Celtic spokesperson said: “We are so grateful to our season ticket holders for the huge commitment they have made to the club during this very difficult year.

"Clearly, we desperately want our fans back with us safely at Celtic Park. However, until this is the case we aim to do all we can to provide additional access and value to our fans.

“We are pleased to partner with Premier Sports and again offer our supporters this access as we begin the defence of a trophy we have won for the last four consecutive seasons. We thank our season ticket holders, indeed all our fans for their fantastic continued support."

The tie against Ross County takes place on Sunday, November 29 and will get underway at 2pm.

Premier Sports will also be showing Falkirk v Rangers as part of a double-header of coverage with the match at Falkirk Stadium kicking off at 5pm.

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