Yesterday, United announced there will be half-price admission that night and it’s understood, initially, Rangers seemed to have no problem with that.

Last night, though, they issued a statement saying they were very disappointed by a move that will leave fans out of pocket.

Today, United pointed out while they have every sympathy with fans, the cost of putting on the game still has to be met — the police bill alone for an Old Firm clash is three times higher than normal fixtures.

Ironically, the teams were in action in a closed-door friendly in Glasgow this afternoon, though Jon Daly missed out because of flu.