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Euro 2020

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

New Scotland strip: How much will it cost? When will it be released?

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

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

Kieran Tierney has been on the bench in the main for Arsenal and could leave in the summer.
Kieran Tierney has been on the bench in the main for Arsenal and could leave in the summer.

Why months of struggles for so many Scotland players could temper belief

Zander Clark has been in excellent form for Hearts since coming into the team.
Zander Clark has been in excellent form for Hearts since coming into the team.

'I believe in myself': Clark ready to answer Scotland call with 'clean slate'

Angus Gunn has been in good form for Norwich City this season.
Angus Gunn has been in good form for Norwich City this season.

Gunn poised for Scotland call-up as he follows in dad's footsteps

Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has switched international allegiance from Scotland to Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Celtic winger Mikey Johnston has switched international allegiance from Scotland to Republic of Ireland. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Celtic winger eyeing Ireland debut after switching allegiance from Scotland

Midfielder Kevin McDonald has won five caps for Scotland.
Midfielder Kevin McDonald has won five caps for Scotland.

Ex-Scotland star scores first goal since transplant - 'enjoy it while you can'

Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon has not put a timeline on his return from a double leg break.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon has not put a timeline on his return from a double leg break.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Gordon fired up by comeback doubters as he makes return date admission

Dundee Utd fans travelled in good numbers to Dingwall on Saturday to see their team lose 4-0 to relegation rivals Ross County   (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)
Dundee Utd fans travelled in good numbers to Dingwall on Saturday to see their team lose 4-0 to relegation rivals Ross County   (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Dundee United: Where do they turn next in latest crisis?

Football commentator John Motson, who has died at the age of 77, was suspected of spying on Scotland training sessions for England manager Terry Venables during Euro 1996.
Football commentator John Motson, who has died at the age of 77, was suspected of spying on Scotland training sessions for England manager Terry Venables during Euro 1996.

When John Motson spied on Scotland for England during Euro 1996

Zander Clark (left) and Craig Gordon during a Scotland training session at the Oriam in June last year. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Zander Clark (left) and Craig Gordon during a Scotland training session at the Oriam in June last year. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Craig Gordon on whether Hearts deputy Zander Clark can fill Scotland void

Scotland manager Pedro Martinez Losa hands on instructions to Erin Cuthbert. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Scotland manager Pedro Martinez Losa hands on instructions to Erin Cuthbert. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Scotland 1-1 Wales: Losa to 'take the positives' as team draw final with Wales

Hearts and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon suffered a double leg break on Christmas Eve last year.  (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Hearts and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon suffered a double leg break on Christmas Eve last year.  (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Gordon makes Hearts & Scotland vow but admits 'possibility' career could be over

Hearts' Alex Cochrane walks around the pitch after he mistakenly thought he was being substituted during his side's match against Motherwell. Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group
Hearts' Alex Cochrane walks around the pitch after he mistakenly thought he was being substituted during his side's match against Motherwell. Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group

'We want to put this game to bed and bounce back as quickly as possible'

Dundee United owner Mark Ogren at Tannadice on Saturday. He looks set to experience a stormy week of meetings  (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Dundee United owner Mark Ogren at Tannadice on Saturday. He looks set to experience a stormy week of meetings  (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Big week for Dundee United as fans and shareholders seek answers

Scottish Transfer Deadline Day LIVE: Rumours and done deals from around Scotland

A frustrated Scotland were made to pay after missing a host of chances in Murcia (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
A frustrated Scotland were made to pay after missing a host of chances in Murcia (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Pinatar Cup: Scotland made to pay as they're downed by quickfire Iceland double

Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale and St Mirren emerge onto the pitch for their Scottish Cup tie in November 2017. It was one of Tom Allison's proudest moments. Picture: Bruce White / SNS
Lothian Thistle Hutchison Vale and St Mirren emerge onto the pitch for their Scottish Cup tie in November 2017. It was one of Tom Allison's proudest moments. Picture: Bruce White / SNS

Tom Allison: A tribute to 'Mr Lothian Thistle'

Zander Clark has been in excellent form for Hearts.
Zander Clark has been in excellent form for Hearts.

'Best goalie in the league': Clark tipped for Scotland call due to Hearts form

Jen Beattie and close friend Jill Scott clash in Scotland's game with England at the 2019 World Cup (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)        (Photo credit should read CHRISTOPHE SIMON/AFP via Getty Images)
Jen Beattie and close friend Jill Scott clash in Scotland's game with England at the 2019 World Cup (Photo by CHRISTOPHE SIMON / AFP)        (Photo credit should read CHRISTOPHE SIMON/AFP via Getty Images)

Interview: We talk with Jen Beattie as she calls time on Scotland career

Jen Beattie MBE has confirmed her retirement from international footage at the age of 31 (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Jen Beattie MBE has confirmed her retirement from international footage at the age of 31 (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Scotland defender announces international retirement

Chris Maguire was capped twice by Scotland in 2011.
Chris Maguire was capped twice by Scotland in 2011.

Maguire given six-week backdated suspension for breaching betting rules

Kilmarnock skipper Alan Power believes Kimarnock can take heart from their Viaplay Cup semi-final display v Celtic (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Kilmarnock skipper Alan Power believes Kimarnock can take heart from their Viaplay Cup semi-final display v Celtic (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Kilmarnock skipper on way forward after semi loss v Celtic: "We'll need Kyle"

Auctioneer Amy Cameron with Jim Baxter's match worn jersey from Scotland's 3-2 win over then world champions, England, at Wembley in 1967. Picture: PA
Auctioneer Amy Cameron with Jim Baxter's match worn jersey from Scotland's 3-2 win over then world champions, England, at Wembley in 1967. Picture: PA

Jim Baxter's Scotland shirt from 1967 Wembley victory up for auction

David Marshall is convinced Hibs' fortunes will change, starting against Motherwell on Sunday.
David Marshall is convinced Hibs' fortunes will change, starting against Motherwell on Sunday.

Hibs keeper Marshall opens up on Scotland return, Johnson and club's form

Scotland and Arsenal defender Jen Beattie was awarded with an MBE in the new year's honours list (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Scotland and Arsenal defender Jen Beattie was awarded with an MBE in the new year's honours list (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Scotland football star and cancer survivor Jen Beattie on her "surprise" MBE

Everton's Nathan Patterson receives treatment during the 4-1 defeat to Brighton. Picture date: Tuesday January 3, 2023.
Everton's Nathan Patterson receives treatment during the 4-1 defeat to Brighton. Picture date: Tuesday January 3, 2023.

Nathan Patterson in 'freak' injury blow as Everton confirm return timeline

Frank McGarvey was capped seven times by Scotland and had a distinguished playing career with Celtic and St Mirren.
Frank McGarvey was capped seven times by Scotland and had a distinguished playing career with Celtic and St Mirren.

Former Scotland forward McGarvey dies after battle with cancer

Brazil's Pele (centre) remonstrates with Scotland's Ronnie MacKinnon (right) following a clash with Billy Bremner (left background) during a friendly at Hampden, June 25, 1966.
Brazil's Pele (centre) remonstrates with Scotland's Ronnie MacKinnon (right) following a clash with Billy Bremner (left background) during a friendly at Hampden, June 25, 1966.

From Kilmarnock to Wembley: When Pele visited Scotland and other in UK

Ben Doak made a cameo appearance off the bench for Liverpool against Aston Villa.
Ben Doak made a cameo appearance off the bench for Liverpool against Aston Villa.

Doak notches up another Liverpool milestone as ex-Celtic man continues to shine

Who will get their hands on this in December? (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
Who will get their hands on this in December? (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

The full list of every nation to have to won the World Cup - and how they won it

Will Lionel Messi win his first ever World Cup to cement his status as the greatest to ever do it? (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
Will Lionel Messi win his first ever World Cup to cement his status as the greatest to ever do it? (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

World Cup 2022 Odds: Who are the current favourites to win Qatar 2022?

Olivier Giroud celebrates after scoring France's second goal against England. It proved the winner as France reached the semi-final of the World Cup, where they play Morocco  (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
Olivier Giroud celebrates after scoring France's second goal against England. It proved the winner as France reached the semi-final of the World Cup, where they play Morocco  (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

England home before the Christmas cards after Harry Kane agony

Ireland players celebrate after their win over Scotland in the Women's World Cup play-off match at Hampden Park on October 11. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Ireland players celebrate after their win over Scotland in the Women's World Cup play-off match at Hampden Park on October 11. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

FAI fined by UEFA over Ireland players signing pro-IRA song at Hampden

How many players do you remember from our list? (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)
How many players do you remember from our list? (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Here are 13 players you forgot played for Scotland

Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon poses with children from Hyndland Primary School - and clutches an old-style ball - at an event to mark the 150th anniversary of the first Scotland v England international fixture in 1872 at the West of Scotland Cricket Ground (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon poses with children from Hyndland Primary School - and clutches an old-style ball - at an event to mark the 150th anniversary of the first Scotland v England international fixture in 1872 at the West of Scotland Cricket Ground (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Scotland 0 England 1 - Past, present and future collide 150 years on in Partick

Piero Carrino and Stewart Macgregor.
Piero Carrino and Stewart Macgregor.

Scotland's 'only dedicated football recruitment agency' sets £1m-plus goal

Erin Cuthbert of Chelsea FC Women celebrates after scoring their team's 2nd goal during the UEFA Women's Champions League group A match between Chelsea FC and Real Madrid.(Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)
Erin Cuthbert of Chelsea FC Women celebrates after scoring their team's 2nd goal during the UEFA Women's Champions League group A match between Chelsea FC and Real Madrid.(Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Watch Scotland star score goal of the season contender in Champions League

How many can you get right?
How many can you get right?

Quiz: Can you identify these Scottish football clubs stadiums?

Who will be your World Cup 2022 fantasy football picks? Cr: Getty Images
Who will be your World Cup 2022 fantasy football picks? Cr: Getty Images

World Cup Fantasy Football: 8 of the best forwards to transfer into your team

Here are 8 fantasy football players we recommend you look to include in your team. Cr: Getty Images
Here are 8 fantasy football players we recommend you look to include in your team. Cr: Getty Images

World Cup Fantasy Football: 5 of the best midfielders to transfer into your team

Who will Scotland fans be backing at the World Cup 2022? (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)
Who will Scotland fans be backing at the World Cup 2022? (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images)

Which team are Scotland fans supporting at the Qatar World Cup 2022?

Who are the top 30 players in the Scottish women's top tier in 2022? Photo credit: Getty Images/SNS
Who are the top 30 players in the Scottish women's top tier in 2022? Photo credit: Getty Images/SNS

Here are the 30 best players in the Scottish Women's Premier League 2022

Here are 8 players who will be determined to prove at point at Qatar 2022. Cr: Getty Images.
Here are 8 players who will be determined to prove at point at Qatar 2022. Cr: Getty Images.

Here are 8 players who will have a point to prove at World Cup 2022 -

Can you guess all 12 nations flags? Cr: Getty Images/Canva Pro
Can you guess all 12 nations flags? Cr: Getty Images/Canva Pro

World Cup 2022 Quiz: Can you name these 12 competing nations from their flag?

Max Johnston blows a kiss to his supporters in the Fir Park stand after giving Scotland Under-21's the lead against Iceland Under-21 at Motherwell. Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group
Max Johnston blows a kiss to his supporters in the Fir Park stand after giving Scotland Under-21's the lead against Iceland Under-21 at Motherwell. Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group

Max Johnston on Scotland U21 debut goal, Ben Doak and ex-Hearts winger dad

Scotland's Ben Doak goes down injured during the Under-21 friendly defeat to Iceland at Fir Park. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Scotland's Ben Doak goes down injured during the Under-21 friendly defeat to Iceland at Fir Park. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Ben Doak 'on treatment table after taking sore one' for Scotland Under-21s

Which of our 50 names will you choose for your Fantasy Football team? Cr: Getty Images
Which of our 50 names will you choose for your Fantasy Football team? Cr: Getty Images

Here are 50 of the funniest team names for your World Cup Fantasy Football team

The World Cup in Qatar has some seriously exciting matches in the group stage. Cr: Getty Images.
The World Cup in Qatar has some seriously exciting matches in the group stage. Cr: Getty Images.

Qatar World Cup: Here are 10 of the best matches to watch in the group stage

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