Celtic Park: Large crowd expected for Thursday's Europa League tie against Dinamo Zagreb

Police Scotland have warned Celtic fans not to sell tickets to visiting supporters ahead of Thursday's Europa League tie against Dinamo Zagreb.

The Croatia champions have been allocated just 300 tickets for the Group D match but authorities believe a larger contingent has followed the club to Scotland.

In a statement Chief Superintendent Andy Bates, the Divisional Commander for Greater Glasgow, said: “This is undoubtedly a huge game for both teams. The tickets have been selling well and we are expecting a large crowd on Thursday evening.

"Police officers will be working at the match and they will be joined by colleagues from Croatian Police, who we have been liaising with closely, to deal with any issues that may arise.

Dinamo Zagreb fans: Expected in Glasgow in large numbers

"We have been working very closely with both Celtic and Dinamo Zagreb and we have some information that Croatian fans without tickets are planning to go to Celtic Park.

"The club have made it clear that fans without tickets will not be permitted entry to the stadium. We’ve also information that Croatian fans have been trying to buy tickets outwith their allocated seating area.

"Again the club have made it clear that Zagreb supporters will not be permitted entry to the ground unless they have valid tickets for their own allocated section.

"I understand that Celtic fans and others have been approached by Zagreb supporters asking them to purchase ticket for them and I strongly discourage this.

"We want to ensure that all fans from either side enjoy a safe, secure event. The usual rules apply, no alcohol will be permitted, if you are under the influence of alcohol you will not be allowed entry to the grounds. If you decide to participate in any type of disorder or violence you can expect yourself to come to the attention of the police.”

A spokesman for Celtic said: “We would urge all supporters to follow the advice which has been given by both the club and Police Scotland regarding the sale of tickets.

"Everyone at the club is looking forward to Thursday’s match and we hope we enjoy another great European occasion at Celtic Park.”