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Football

Barry Robson has impressed during his time as Aberdeen caretaker manager.

Aberdeen urged to make Robson decision - 'I don’t know what chain of command is'

Blackburn Rovers defender Dominic Hyam is put through his paces at a first Scotland training session , with the late call-up now in the mix for Saturday's Euro 2024 qualifying opener at home to Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Blackburn Rovers defender Dominic Hyam is put through his paces at a first Scotland training session , with the late call-up now in the mix for Saturday's Euro 2024 qualifying opener at home to Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Scotland mulling over shock inclusion for Cyprus Euro 2024 qualifier

Dykes has played QPR's past three matches under new manager Gareth Ainsworth.
Dykes has played QPR's past three matches under new manager Gareth Ainsworth.

Dykes: I was in critical care in hospital fighting pneumonia

Dundee's Alex Jakubiak celebrates scoring to make it 2-1 against Ayr United at Dens Park.
Dundee's Alex Jakubiak celebrates scoring to make it 2-1 against Ayr United at Dens Park.

Dundee reignite title hopes but 'unacceptable' Ayr now have it all to do

VAR has been in use in Scotland since October.
VAR has been in use in Scotland since October.

Scottish football chiefs 'considering major change to VAR protocols'

Celtic forward Kyogo Furuhashi has been capped 16 times by Japan but has not featured since last September.
Celtic forward Kyogo Furuhashi has been capped 16 times by Japan but has not featured since last September.

Furuhashi breaks silence on Japan snub and responds by setting new Celtic target

Head coach Steve Clarke during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden ahead of the match against Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Head coach Steve Clarke during a Scotland training session at Lesser Hampden ahead of the match against Cyprus. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

What channel is Scotland v Cyprus on? TV details, how to watch online

Celtic

Scotland national team are not using Oriam due to safety concerns. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Scotland national team are not using Oriam due to safety concerns. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Severe criticism of Oriam as Scotland coach labels pitch 'safety hazard'

Blackburn defender Dominic Hyam (right) has earned a first call-up to the senior Scotland squad. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)
Blackburn defender Dominic Hyam (right) has earned a first call-up to the senior Scotland squad. (Photo by Lewis Storey/Getty Images)

Who is Dominic Hyam? Blackburn defender 'definitely more Scottish than English'

Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi is among the frontrunners for the Player of the Year award. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi is among the frontrunners for the Player of the Year award. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Six candidates for Player of Year - Celtic quartet, Rangers and Hearts stars

The new Scotland strip marking the 150th anniversary of the national team. Picture: Scottish FA
The new Scotland strip marking the 150th anniversary of the national team. Picture: Scottish FA

New Scotland strip: How much does it cost? JD Sports discount code

Roy Hodgson has returned to Crystal Palace as manager. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)
Roy Hodgson has returned to Crystal Palace as manager. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Crystal Palace appoint Roy Hodgson until end of the season

Ally McCoist has been left unimpressed by the behaviour of certain supporters.
Ally McCoist has been left unimpressed by the behaviour of certain supporters.

'Bampots haven't helped' Celtic-Rangers fan decision, claims Ibrox legend

A general view of the Celtic fans during a cinch Premiership match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox Stadium, on January 02, 2023.
A general view of the Celtic fans during a cinch Premiership match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox Stadium, on January 02, 2023.

Why Celtic v Rangers can survive latest drama to engulf Old Firm derby

Hearts

James Hill apologised to Hearts fans for his reaction after the loss to Aberdeen. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
James Hill apologised to Hearts fans for his reaction after the loss to Aberdeen. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts star James Hill apologises for reaction to supporter

Despite the introduction of VAR scrutiny over referees has increased. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Despite the introduction of VAR scrutiny over referees has increased. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Scottish football's 150 days of VAR tedium - and why there's no end in sight

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou and Hearts' Garang Kuol at full time following a recent match at Parkhead. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou and Hearts' Garang Kuol at full time following a recent match at Parkhead. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

'A very good moment' - Hearts star on his pep talk from Celtic's Postecoglou

Rangers and Scotland legend Ally McCoist was promoting Viaplay’s live and exclusive coverage of Scotland v Cyprus and Scotland v Spain. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Rangers and Scotland legend Ally McCoist was promoting Viaplay’s live and exclusive coverage of Scotland v Cyprus and Scotland v Spain. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Ally McCoist urges Scottish football to ditch VAR - 'I've changed my mind'

Lawrence Shankland apologised to Hearts fans for the performance in the 3-0 defeat to Aberdeen. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Lawrence Shankland apologised to Hearts fans for the performance in the 3-0 defeat to Aberdeen. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts star in fan apology and strong response after Aberdeen defeat

Celtic, Rangers, Glasgow City and Motherwell have all made it through to the semi-finals of the Women's Scottish Cup. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Celtic, Rangers, Glasgow City and Motherwell have all made it through to the semi-finals of the Women's Scottish Cup. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Celtic and Rangers kept apart in Scottish Cup semi-finals

Mattie Pollock had a standout performance in the 3-0 win over Hearts. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Mattie Pollock had a standout performance in the 3-0 win over Hearts. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Aberdeen v Hearts extras: Away fan gestures, Dons talisman

Hibs

Hibs star Martin Boyle will join up with the Australia national team. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Hibs star Martin Boyle will join up with the Australia national team. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hibs confirm injured Martin Boyle will join Australia squad after request

Hibs defender Lewis Miller challenges Celtic's Jota during the match in Glasgow. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Hibs defender Lewis Miller challenges Celtic's Jota during the match in Glasgow. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Why Hibs 'can't complain' about Celtic Park decisions after 'rough' outcome

The Green Brigade banner protesting the government's small boat legislation was warmly received by supporters in all corners of Celtic Park. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)
The Green Brigade banner protesting the government's small boat legislation was warmly received by supporters in all corners of Celtic Park. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Celtic-Hibs reaction: Green Brigade and politics mix for punters

Rangers manager Michael Beale has entered into the debate about the future of Scottish football and suggested everyone "gets in a room" to discuss it.
Rangers manager Michael Beale has entered into the debate about the future of Scottish football and suggested everyone "gets in a room" to discuss it.

Every avenue to improve Scottish football has been explored - just stop it

Celtic captain Callum McGregor says he and Rangers Ryan Jack have only one focus when they represent their country. (Photo by Bill Murray / SNS Group)
Celtic captain Callum McGregor says he and Rangers Ryan Jack have only one focus when they represent their country. (Photo by Bill Murray / SNS Group)

Callum McGregor on 50th Scotland cap and Celtic and Rangers rivalries in camp

Oh Hyeon-gyu scored Celtic's crucial second goal against Hibs.
Oh Hyeon-gyu scored Celtic's crucial second goal against Hibs.

Celtic's bonkers Hibs win - Johnson ban, Marshall's masterclass, Hatate injury

Hibs' Elie Youan was sent off for a second booking following this incident with Celtic's Cameron Carter-Vickers.
Hibs' Elie Youan was sent off for a second booking following this incident with Celtic's Cameron Carter-Vickers.

Hibs' Johnson calls for full-time refs after 'ridiculous' call in Celtic loss

Rangers

Memories of Walter Smith and their stint together overseeing Scotland proved vivid for Ally McCoist at Hampden as he promoted Viaplay’s live and exclusive coverage of Scotland v Cyprus and Scotland v Spain. Viaplay is available to stream from viaplay.com or via your TV provider on Sky, Virgin TV and Amazon Prime as an add-on subscription. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Memories of Walter Smith and their stint together overseeing Scotland proved vivid for Ally McCoist at Hampden as he promoted Viaplay’s live and exclusive coverage of Scotland v Cyprus and Scotland v Spain. Viaplay is available to stream from viaplay.com or via your TV provider on Sky, Virgin TV and Amazon Prime as an add-on subscription. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

McCoist remembers Smith and how his Scotland spirit has returned

Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin has withdrawn from the Belgium Under-21 squad. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin has withdrawn from the Belgium Under-21 squad. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Injury concern as Rangers midfielder withdraws from Belgium U21 squad

Celtic legend Mikael Lustig is paraded during the half-time interval at Saturday's match against Hibs. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Celtic legend Mikael Lustig is paraded during the half-time interval at Saturday's match against Hibs. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

'Scared' - Celtic-Rangers fan lockout leaves ex-derby hero fearful for fixture

Rangers captain James Tavernier celebrates his free-kick equaliser in the 4-2 win over Motherwell. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Rangers captain James Tavernier celebrates his free-kick equaliser in the 4-2 win over Motherwell. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Tavernier: Celtic will 'definitely' see a different Rangers in Scottish Cup semi

Todd Cantwell celebrates with Fashion Sakala after putting Rangers 3-2 ahead at Motherwell. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Todd Cantwell celebrates with Fashion Sakala after putting Rangers 3-2 ahead at Motherwell. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

'Mythical situation' - why VAR was wrong to award crucial Rangers goal

Rangers midfielder Todd Cantwell at full-time after the 4-2 win over Motherwell at Fir Park. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Rangers midfielder Todd Cantwell at full-time after the 4-2 win over Motherwell at Fir Park. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Todd Cantwell earns Tyson Fury quip as Rangers ace branded an 'embarrassment'

Malik Tillman and James Tavernier were on target for Rangers at Motherwell.
Malik Tillman and James Tavernier were on target for Rangers at Motherwell.

Rangers reaction: Season ticket dilemma, Beale's masterplan, Tavernier teased

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Scottish Premiership

Barry Robson has steered Aberdeen to four wins from his six games in charge. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Barry Robson has steered Aberdeen to four wins from his six games in charge. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

How Robson has transformed Aberdeen and the sensible managerial decision

Ben Doak has impressed for Scotland Under-21s and also in his brief cameos at Liverpool.
Ben Doak has impressed for Scotland Under-21s and also in his brief cameos at Liverpool.

Liverpool and Scotland starlet Doak given sage Dalglish advice after Celtic move

Mattie Pollock celebrates after helping Aberdeen defeat Hearts 3-0. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Mattie Pollock celebrates after helping Aberdeen defeat Hearts 3-0. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Mattie Pollock emerging as Aberdeen fan favourite - special meaning of his goal

Motherwell's Liam Kelly will join up with Scotland following the 4-2 defeat to Rangers. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Motherwell's Liam Kelly will join up with Scotland following the 4-2 defeat to Rangers. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Motherwell's Liam Kelly coy on the big goalkeeper question facing Scotland

Duk terrorised the Hearts defence in Aberdeen's win. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Duk terrorised the Hearts defence in Aberdeen's win. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

How Robson is Aberdeen job favourite as Hearts face 3rd pressure

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou celebrates at full time after the win over Hibs.
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou celebrates at full time after the win over Hibs.

'I heard them for 95-100 minutes, mate': Why Celtic boss' ears were ringing

Barry Robson, Aberdeen's interim boss, had his name sung by the Dons support. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Barry Robson, Aberdeen's interim boss, had his name sung by the Dons support. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Barry Robson responds to Aberdeen fans singing his name

Scottish Championship

A free kick is given for a challenge on Partick's Brian Graham during a cinch Championship match between Partick Thistle and Dundee at Firhill.
A free kick is given for a challenge on Partick's Brian Graham during a cinch Championship match between Partick Thistle and Dundee at Firhill.

Queen's Park now seven points clear in Championship as Dundee drop more points

A disappointed Josh Mulligan leaves the field after Dundee's 3-1 loss to Partick Thistle at Dens Park. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
A disappointed Josh Mulligan leaves the field after Dundee's 3-1 loss to Partick Thistle at Dens Park. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

How Dundee are making hard work of Championship

Partick Thistle manager Ian McCall has been sacked after the 3-2 defeat to Rangers in the Scottish Cup. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Partick Thistle manager Ian McCall has been sacked after the 3-2 defeat to Rangers in the Scottish Cup. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Peculiar timing as Partick Thistle sack Ian McCall after defeat to Rangers

Raith Rovers' Dylan Easton and Ross Millen celebrate reaching the final of the SPFL Trust Challenge Cup Trophy after the penalty shoot-out win over Dundee. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Raith Rovers' Dylan Easton and Ross Millen celebrate reaching the final of the SPFL Trust Challenge Cup Trophy after the penalty shoot-out win over Dundee. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Raith reach third successive Challenge Cup final after shoot-out win over Dundee

International

Erling Haaland will miss Norway's first two qualifiers. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Erling Haaland will miss Norway's first two qualifiers. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Scotland's Euro rivals suffer huge blow as Norway to be without Erling Haaland

Here are the 10 best Scottish footballers of all time, according to our readers. Cr: SNS Group.
Here are the 10 best Scottish footballers of all time, according to our readers. Cr: SNS Group.

Here are Scotland's 10 best footballers of all time - according to our readers

Celtic's Greg Taylor has been left out of the Scotland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Cyprus and Spain. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Celtic's Greg Taylor has been left out of the Scotland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers against Cyprus and Spain. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

'It is a Celtic matter' - Steve Clarke explains Greg Taylor's Scotland omission

Steve Clarke has named his Scotland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifers against Cyprus and Spain. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Steve Clarke has named his Scotland squad for the Euro 2024 qualifers against Cyprus and Spain. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Scotland squad: Key Celtic, Rangers, Hearts and Hibs stars left out

More Scotsman football

VAR technology has created considerable controversy in Scotland (Picture: Steve Welsh/PA)
VAR technology has created considerable controversy in Scotland (Picture: Steve Welsh/PA)

Don't mention the VAR? Scottish football in uproar over controversial decisions

Duk and Bojan Miovski have scored 32 goals between them for Aberdeen this summer (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Duk and Bojan Miovski have scored 32 goals between them for Aberdeen this summer (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

The two Aberdeen stars wanted by Serie A duo after 32-goal haul

A screengrab showing the price of many of the shirts listed on Ebay.
A screengrab showing the price of many of the shirts listed on Ebay.

Scotland 150th anniversary kits on sale for £175 on Ebay hours after release

Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou has been linked with numerous Premier League jobs. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)
Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou has been linked with numerous Premier League jobs. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Celtic legend in Ange Postecoglou to England claim

Liel Abada has been tipped to leave Celtic this summer amid interest from the English Premier League. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Liel Abada has been tipped to leave Celtic this summer amid interest from the English Premier League. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Celtic '90 per cent' certain to lose star player after new contract 'rejected'

Celtic's Aaron Mooy has pulled out of the Australia squad due to injury. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)
Celtic's Aaron Mooy has pulled out of the Australia squad due to injury. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Celtic's Aaron Mooy pulls out of Australia squad as SPFL star takes his place