Bring on Celtic: Quarter-Final Night at Firhill

Numbers Update, Celtic, Premier Sports, David Patey, TryWyre, Airdrieonians, Pitch Side, Directors, Meet the Board, POTM, Ayr United, 150th, PTWFC, TJF, PTFC Lotto, & More!

September 18, 2025

The Official Fan Newsletter of Partick Thistle FC

Numbers for Partick Thistle v Celtic

Tickets Remaining

Hospitality Spaces Remaining

57

SOLD OUT @ The Wyre Stadium at Firhill.

Places remain available @ Mamma Mia

CELTIC

Next Up: Partick Thistle vs Celtic

Sunday 21 September | Wyre Stadium at Firhill | 3:30 PM

Cup football returns to Maryhill this weekend as Partick Thistle face Premiership giants Celtic in a blockbuster Premier Sports Cup quarter-final tie.

The Jags booked their place in the last eight with a series of strong performances in the Group Stages and an impressive 2-0 knock-out success over Ayr United. Now the focus turns to a massive clash where Mark Wilson’s men will be looking to rise to the occasion against the Cup holders, with the Red and Yellow Army once again set to play their part in creating a special cup atmosphere.

It’s a huge test against Brendan Rodgers’ side, who will arrive as favourites, but Thistle head into the tie with nothing to fear and everything to play for. Knockout football has a habit of producing drama, and Firhill will be ready to roar as the Jags look to write another famous chapter in the club’s cup history.

As Thistle prepare to take on Celtic once again in the League Cup, it’s impossible not to remember one of the greatest days in the club’s history.

On 23 October 1971, the Jags stunned Scottish football with a 4–1 victory over Celtic in the League Cup Final at Hampden Park. Despite being huge underdogs and written off by many goals from Alex Rae, Bobby Lawrie, Denis McQuade, and Jimmy Bone saw Davie McParland’s side sweep into a remarkable four-goal lead before half-time.

The Red and Yellow Army were in dreamland and though Celtic pulled one back, nothing could spoil the party — with that day forever etched in history as the club’s most famous triumph and the moment the “1971 squad” wrote themselves into Jags folklore.

This Sunday’s quarter-final won’t decide a trophy, but the spirit of ’71 is sure to be alive in the stands, as the Red and Yellow Army get behind their team in pursuit of another unforgettable cup moment.

PREMIER SPORTS

Premier Sports: Partick Thistle vs Celtic

Premier Sports is bringing exclusive live coverage of all 4 Premier Sports Cup Quarter-finals this weekend, including The Jags' game against Celtic on Sunday.

(Live on Premier Sports 1 from 3pm).

We are again looking for the Partick Thistle community to help us with volunteers required in the aftermath of Sunday’s Premier Sports Cup tie against Celtic.

DAVID PATEY

David Patey is Volunteer of the Month

The playing surface at The Wyre Stadium at Firhill has been receiving praise since the start of the season and one reason for that is the hard work of August’s Volunteer of the Month David Patey.

TRYWYRE

Next William Hill Championship Match: Dumfermline Athletic v Partick Thistle

MATCH RECAP

Partick Thistle 2 Airdrieonians 1

PITCHSIDE

Partick Thistle v Airdrieonians - Gameday Camera

DIRECTORS

Two new directors added to Club Board

The Board of Partick Thistle Football Club are pleased to announce the appointment of two new skills-based directors, bringing fresh expertise to the club’s leadership team.

“My fellow directors and I are delighted to bring Grant and Jacqui onto the Board.”

“They add significant experience in two key areas for our future. Together, we will strengthen our foundations, embrace fresh ideas, and drive the club forward on and off the pitch. With their energy and vision, we are ready to seize the opportunities ahead.”

Club Chairman Richard Beastall

EVENT

Meet the Board Event – Thursday, September 18

Join us to meet the Club Board at a special event at The Wyre Stadium at Firhill on Thursday 18 September.

Ahead of our Premier Sports Cup quarter-final tie with Celtic, supporters are invited to spend the evening in the Alan Rough Lounge to find out more about recent events at the club both on and off the pitch, and to pose questions to directors.

To attend the event, which has a 7.30pm start, get your free ticket via Fanbase now. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Chairman Richard Beastall and Sporting Director Ian Baraclough will be in attendance, alongside Fan Representative Directors Allan McGraw and Alistair Gray, as well as other members of the Board.

POTM

Stanway Scoops Inaugural Seven Wealth Player of the Month Prize

“We finished August very strongly after a disappointing start to the month which I think says a lot about the character of the team we have here. We feel like we’ve got a bit of momentum now but we have to work hard to keep it going in September.

“On a personal note, I’m happy to be in the team at the moment and I’ve been enjoying the sitting role in midfield. It’s definitely a bit of a different perspective; you see more of the game and get more touches but also have to be disciplined in your positioning.

“As for the attacking side of things, that goal at County is something I want to be doing more of. The coaches are always encouraging me to trust my shot from outside the box and it obviously came off that day so hopefully there’s more of that to come this season.”

“I would like to thank Chris Cassidy from Seven Wealth for the Award. It is my mum’s birthday today so I will be passing it on to her to enjoy.”

Ben Stanway

Thank You to Our Partners

AYR UNITED

Ayr United fixture rearranged for Tuesday, 21st October

The club can confirm that our postponed William Hill Championship fixture against Ayr United at The Wyre Stadium at Firhill, originally scheduled for 20th September, will now take place on Tuesday, 21st October with a 7:45pm kick-off.

The match was postponed as a result of our progression in the Premier Sports Cup and ticket information for the new date will be announced in due course.

150TH

150th Announcement

We continue to have regular meetings of the 150th Anniversary Working Group, and, while we’re still in the early stages for next year, some amazing progress has already been made.

In addition to the meetings, we held an open forum, inviting representatives of all of the main groups attached to Partick Thistle, to hear their thoughts and ideas. This included the Jags Trust, Jags for Good, the Memorabilia Group, Proud Jags, the Youth Academy, the Disabled Supporters Association, the Charitable Trust and the Ultras Thistle. This, we felt, was a great success and there were valuable ideas contributed from all.

PTWFC

PTWFC 1 v 4 Rangers

TJF

The Jags Foundation - Christmas Quiz

The Jags Foundation is going to be hosting the ultimate Thistle-themed quiz in the Aitken Suite at The Wyre Stadium at Firhill on Friday, November 28 with a 7.30pm kick-off.

The Quiz will be open to Foundation members and non-members with teams made up of six members with entry costing just £1.

Thers is cash to be won, and fun Thistle-themed prizes too with the Aitken Suite Bar open throughout.

It is a great chance to pit your knowledge of all things Thistle against your fellow supporters with the chance to be crowned Firhill’s inaugural Jaggy Masterminds!

More details - such as how to purchase your ticket – will be confirmed nearer the time but please make a note in your diaries of the date.

PTFC LOTTO

It is another rollover in the PTFC Lotto – October’s top prize will be £8,000

The jackpot is rolled over for another month, and has had £500 added to it, which means you can help the club by buying a ticket and be in with the chance of winning the new top prize of £8,000.

Thank You to Our Partners