Erin Cuthbert spoke of her happiness and relief after making her first appearance of the season during Scotland’s impressive 2-0 victory over the Czech Republic. The away win in the opening round of the Women’s World Cup play-offs puts Scotland in a strong position ahead of Tuesday’s return match in Paisley. Sweden are expected to […]
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Despite stressing before his opening camp that the entire squad would be needed across the four matches, Pocognoli has made only minor adjustments to his line-up each time. After his selected team secured his first win in charge against North Macedonia, he is likely to field a similar side, with San Jose Earthquakes goalkeeper Angus […]
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Scotland supporters arrived at Hampden eager to greet their new manager, Sebastien Pocognoli, but departed burdened by the same familiar frustrations. Another disastrous start in defence brought yet another costly, self-inflicted setback, while the team failed to score for a fourth consecutive match. Jack Hendry’s early dismissal brought back memories of the collapse in Miami. […]
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With captain Andy Robertson expected to collect his 98th cap at left wing-back and Aaron Hickey likely to operate on the opposite flank, questions remain over how Scotland will use their wide attackers. Ben Gannon-Doak became an important player under Clarke because of his pace and skill in one-on-one situations. Josh McPake has displayed comparable […]
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Periods of transition often create new possibilities. Clarke’s tenure has ended, with Sebastien Pocognoli now tasked with delivering the changes Scotland supporters have been demanding. The Belgian coach has selected a refreshed squad for the upcoming Nations League double-header, including the returning Miller. The 20-year-old is beginning to establish greater consistency during his second campaign […]
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One of the main concerns during the final years of Clarke’s tenure is likely to remain an issue at the beginning of Pocognoli’s time in charge. Angus Gunn was the first-choice goalkeeper at the World Cup. Although his move to San Jose Earthquakes has provided him with more regular playing time, he has let in […]
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Livingston have made the campaign’s first major change in management by restoring David Martindale to the dugout. What caused Glenn Whelan’s tenure to unravel, and can Martindale swiftly revive the club’s promotion ambitions? Stenhousemuir also earn recognition following their outstanding opening to the season. Rangers will be without Lawrence Shankland for a period through injury, […]
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Several Dundee United players will have been left frustrated by Bain following Saturday’s encounter. Kevin Ciubotaru appeared certain to find the bottom-right corner until the goalkeeper stepped in. Bain also denied United debutant Lyall Cameron with another impressive stop. New signing Zidane Iqbal then drove an effort towards the top corner, but Bain managed to […]
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Scotland often prefers to follow its own path. On transfer deadline day, its window has frequently remained open an hour longer than those south of the border. That final period is usually marked by a frantic rush to complete documents and submit registrations at Hampden. This year, however, the difference is a full two days. […]
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An amusing Open Goal video showing host Si Ferry admitting that he called in an attempt to bring the Anderlecht-bound Ure to East Kilbride in 2023 seems even funnier in light of the striker’s subsequent progress. The proposal would at least have given him an opportunity to prove himself in Scotland, where promising young players […]
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