Few things ruin a matchday experience quite like a grim stadium toilet. We’ve all been there – desperate for a quick pit stop, only to be met with overflowing bins, dodgy plumbing, and a stench that could bring a grown person to tears. In those moments, the comfort of your own bathroom feels like a distant dream.
But which Scottish football grounds have the worst reputation when it comes to toilet hygiene? And which ones might actually surprise you?
The Worst Of The Worst
According to data compiled by BonusCodeBets, Dundee’s Dens Park has the unfortunate honour of topping the list, with a staggering 36% of fans leaving negative reviews about its toilet facilities. If you’re planning a visit, it might be wise to limit your pre-match hydration.
Not far behind is Aberdeen’s Pittodrie Stadium, where 28.9% of reviews highlight issues with cleanliness and maintenance. Tannadice Park, home to Dundee United, isn’t much better at 27.6%, while Hibernian’s Easter Road follows closely with 27.2% negative feedback.
McDiarmid Park, home to St Johnstone since 1989, rounds out the list with a 26% dissatisfaction rate. While slightly better than the others, it’s still not exactly the kind of place you’d want to spend longer than necessary.
Scotland’s Cleanest Stadium Toilets
It’s not all bad news, though. If you’re after the gold standard of matchday restrooms, Celtic Park leads the way, boasting an impressive 89% positive rating, with only 10.9% of reviews reporting any issues. That’s a stark contrast to some of the worst offenders and proof that high footfall doesn’t have to mean low hygiene.
Ross County’s Victoria Park (14% negative) and Rangers’ Ibrox Stadium (14.3% negative, with an 85.6% positive rating) also rank among the better-maintained grounds, making them safer bets for a halftime break.
So, if you’re heading to a match at one of the less sanitary stadiums, you might want to think twice before that pre-game pint—or at the very least, bring some extra tissues and a bottle of hand sanitiser.
