Scottish football thrives under managers who understand the unique demands of the SPFL. That means navigating promotion pushes, cup runs, relegation battles and maximising value from tight budgets. Despite recent some recent setbacks, here are five managers whose leadership, ideas and ambition should remain firmly on clubs’ radar within each of the four SPFL divisions.Continue reading “Five Scottish Managers Who Deserve Another Shot in the SPFL”
Author Archives: Callum McFadden
Manchester United Players Spread Festive Cheer Across Local Children’s Hospitals
Manchester United continued its annual Christmas tradition by spreading festive cheer across children’s hospitals and care centres in Greater Manchester, as players from the men’s first-team squad took time to visit patients, families and staff during the holiday period. Players visited Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, The Christie Palatine Treatment Centre and Francis House Children’s Hospice,Continue reading “Manchester United Players Spread Festive Cheer Across Local Children’s Hospitals”
Colin Coates on Working Alongside Paddy McLaughlin at Glenavon and on his Playing Career for Clubs and Country
You reunited with Paddy McLaughlin at Glenavon in 2023, this time in a new capacity as assistant manager. How have you found the transition from playing to coaching and what are your thoughts about the upcoming season and the direction the club is heading? “I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working alongside Paddy. I always had the secondContinue reading “Colin Coates on Working Alongside Paddy McLaughlin at Glenavon and on his Playing Career for Clubs and Country”
Jim Ervin on managing Ballymena United, lessons from his playing career and aiming high for the new season
You are heading into your third season in charge of Ballymena. How do you reflect on the first two seasons that you’ve been in charge so far? “I always knew that going into management would be a bit of a learning-on-the-job type of experience. “The experiences I’ve had from the moment I came in untilContinue reading “Jim Ervin on managing Ballymena United, lessons from his playing career and aiming high for the new season”
Daryl Fordyce: From Portsmouth to Canada via a memorable career in the Irish League with Glentoran and Linfield
You made a life-changing decision to move to Canada during your playing career in 2023 and you still remain there to this day where you are an assistant coach at Valour FC. What has the transition from player to coach been like for you in Canadian football? “It has been an incredible journey forContinue reading “Daryl Fordyce: From Portsmouth to Canada via a memorable career in the Irish League with Glentoran and Linfield”
David Gold on Arbroath, Co-Management with Colin Hamilton and Scottish Championship Ambitions
Arbroath co-manager David Gold sat down with me this week to discuss his transition into management, last season’s League One title win, working alongside long-time teammate Colin Hamilton, and what lies ahead as the club returns to the Scottish Championship. David, you’re are one of the co-managers at Arbroath alongside Colin Hamilton having been appointedContinue reading “David Gold on Arbroath, Co-Management with Colin Hamilton and Scottish Championship Ambitions”
Aidan McAdams on Arbroath, His Journey Through the Leagues and Looking Ahead to the New Season
You are now at Arbroath, who won SPFL League One last season. With the new Championship starting soon, how much have you enjoyed your time at the club and how excited are you to be back at Championship level? “I have loved my time at the club so far. “Last season was brilliant. We hadContinue reading “Aidan McAdams on Arbroath, His Journey Through the Leagues and Looking Ahead to the New Season”
Maloney Open to Dundee Discussion As Interest Grows in Former Scotland International
As Dundee prepare to appoint a new manager, it is my understanding that Shaun Maloney is one of the names under consideration for the vacancy at Dens Park. His managerial career to date has shown that he has a track record of navigating tough circumstances while holding a clear vision for of how he likes hisContinue reading “Maloney Open to Dundee Discussion As Interest Grows in Former Scotland International”
Exclusive: Markus Babbel on Playing in the Premier League with Liverpool, the Bundesliga and Germany’s Euro 1996 Triumph
You played for top clubs such as Bayern Munich, Liverpool, and VfB Stuttgart – how did the footballing culture differ between Germany and England during your career? “The English league is harder. Every game I played there, you had to fight until the end – it was unbelievable. I had never seen this before. AtContinue reading “Exclusive: Markus Babbel on Playing in the Premier League with Liverpool, the Bundesliga and Germany’s Euro 1996 Triumph”
Why Derek McInnes Is The Right Fit for Hearts
With the dust still settling on another rollercoaster season at Tynecastle, Hearts find themselves at a familiar crossroads. Big club, big expectations, and once again, a big decision to make over who leads them into the next chapter. Amid all the noise and speculation, one name stands out as a sensible, stabilising option: Derek McInnes.Continue reading “Why Derek McInnes Is The Right Fit for Hearts”
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