New biography of Rangers legend Willie Woodburn details controversial 1954 lifetime SFA ban
A new book by author Jeff Holmes reveals details behind the lifetime ban handed to Rangers defender Willie Woodburn in 1954, suggesting a senior SFA official may have had sinister motives.
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Scottish FA nears appointment of new national team head coach to succeed Steve Clarke
The Scottish FA is reportedly close to naming a new head coach following Steve Clarke’s resignation. Chief executive Ian Maxwell and chief football officer Craig Mulholland are leading the search.
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Celtic winger Jota returns to light training after 16 months out with injury
Portuguese winger Jota has returned to light first-team training at Lennoxtown after a 16-month injury layoff, though assistant coach Shaun Maloney says his recovery will be carefully managed.
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SFA calls summit with all 42 Scottish clubs over lack of home-based players
The Scottish FA has called for a summit with all 42 senior clubs to address concerns over the declining number of home-based Scottish players being selected in domestic matchday squads.
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Rangers to host Hibs at Ibrox in Scottish Premiership clash broadcast live
Rangers will face Hibs at Ibrox on Sunday, August 9, with the match broadcast live on Premier Sports. Hibs midfielder Jamie McGrath remains a doubt for the fixture due to a calf issue.
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Martin O’Neill urges Celtic to establish control earlier after late Kilmarnock comeback
Following a dramatic late comeback victory against Kilmarnock to keep their title hopes alive, Celtic manager Martin O’Neill has emphasized the need for stronger starts in upcoming matches.
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Celtic defender Auston Trusty reflects on World Cup debut and father’s sudden hospitalisation
Celtic’s Auston Trusty has opened up about his father’s sudden hospitalisation, which occurred shortly after the defender achieved his dream of playing and scoring for the USA at the World Cup.
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Celtic close to securing transfer of Real Oviedo winger Haissem Hassan
Celtic are reportedly nearing a deal to sign Egypt international winger Haissem Hassan from Real Oviedo for a fee below his £10.4 million release clause, ahead of their Champions League play-off.
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Celtic prepare for Rugby Park trip as Kilmarnock transition back to grass pitch
Celtic face a trip to Kilmarnock’s Rugby Park, which has transitioned back to a natural grass pitch. The champions will look to avoid past slip-ups at a venue where they have historically struggled.
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Rangers chairman Andrew Cavenagh to address fans at upcoming shareholder meeting
Rangers will hold a voluntary annual meeting for shareholders on August 10 at the Radisson Blu in Glasgow. Chairman Andrew Cavenagh is expected to face questions regarding the club’s transfer strategy.
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Aberdeen sign Belgian forward Mitchy Ntelo as 13th summer transfer
Aberdeen have completed the signing of 25-year-old Belgian forward Mitchy Ntelo from Swiss side Yverdon-Sport FC for an undisclosed fee, marking manager Stephen Robinson’s 13th summer acquisition.
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Jagiellonia Bialystok striker Nik Prelec expects tough battle against Rangers
Jagiellonia Białystok forward Nik Prelec stated that Rangers played exactly as his team anticipated, but warned that the battle to qualify for the next round remains highly competitive.
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PSV Eindhoven reject improved £6m Rangers bid for winger Couhaib Driouech
PSV Eindhoven have reportedly turned down an improved £6 million offer from Rangers for winger Couhaib Driouech, with Burnley and Celta Vigo now also entering the race for the 24-year-old.
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Rangers fans planned to honour late supporter Kieran Menzies with minute’s applause
Supporters attending Rangers’ home match on Sunday are being asked to participate in a minute’s applause during the 29th minute to honour the life of young father Kieran Menzies, who passed away from cancer.
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Journalist details Brendan Rodgers’ strong interest in Motherwell’s Lennon Miller
Journalist Mark Guidi has detailed Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers’ significant past push to sign Motherwell’s highly-rated young midfielder Lennon Miller, describing it as a near-miss for the club.
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