Here are all of the details of where you can watch Rangers vs Celtic on US television and via legal streaming:
| WHO |
Rangers vs Celtic |
| WHAT |
Scottish Cup |
| WHEN |
9:00am ET / 6:00am PT • Sunday, March 8, 2026
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| WHERE |
ESPN+ |
| STREAM |
WATCH NOW |
Match Overview
The stakes couldn’t be higher when Celtic and Rangers collide once again in the legendary Old Firm, a showdown that feels like a semifinal before the actual semifinal. The Glasgow rivals have been separated by the slimmest margin all season in the Scottish Premiership standings, with Celtic holding 58 points and Rangers right behind at 57.
The situation of both makes this clash a true toss-up between two sides carrying similar momentum. With a spot in the next round on the line and pride always part of the equation in this rivalry, expect intensity from the opening whistle—this is the kind of match fans won’t want to miss.
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