McFadden On Football: The Monday Review is your weekly look back at the biggest stories from the weekend’s football. From the key talking points across the Scottish Premiership, Championship and beyond to the standout performances and moments that mattered, I will aim to offer analysis and opinion on the headlines shaping the game. Each Monday,Continue reading “McFadden On Football: The Monday Review”
Author Archives: Callum McFadden
Mark Wilson embraces promotion favourites tag after Partick Thistle edge Morton
Partick Thistle manager Mark Wilson is relishing the expectation surrounding his side after they began their Scottish Championship campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Morton. A late winner secured all three points for the Jags at Cappielow, with Wilson believing his side deserved the result after creating the better opportunities throughout the afternoon. “IContinue reading “Mark Wilson embraces promotion favourites tag after Partick Thistle edge Morton”
Ian Murray Proud of Morton’s Effort but Admits Reinforcements Are Needed
Greenock Morton manager Ian Murray praised his players’ commitment despite an opening day Championship defeat, insisting their performance showed encouraging signs while underlining the urgent need to strengthen his squad before the transfer window closes. Morton matched Partick Thistle for long spells and remained in the contest until late on, but Murray acknowledged the gulfContinue reading “Ian Murray Proud of Morton’s Effort but Admits Reinforcements Are Needed”
Promotion Favourites Partick Thistle Defeat Morton At Cappielow in Scottish Championship Opener
Match report from Greenock Morton 0-1 Partick Thistle.
Seven Candidates to To Replace Steve Clarke As Scotland Manager
Steve Clarke has stepped down as Scotland manager following the national team’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing an end to a seven-year spell in charge.
A Season Like No Other Is Set For A Dramatic Ending No Matter What Happens From Here
This Scottish Premiership title race has gone far beyond football. It has become a collision of history, trauma, nostalgia and sheer chaos. Every week seems to add another ridiculous subplot to a season that already feels impossible to explain to anyone outside Scotland. For Celtic, the story starts with Martin O’Neill. A man who hadContinue reading “A Season Like No Other Is Set For A Dramatic Ending No Matter What Happens From Here”
Caroline Weir Named SFWA Women’s International Player of the Year for Third Time
Caroline Weir has been named the Albert Bartlett Scottish Football Writers’ Association Women’s International Player of the Year, adding another milestone to what has already been a standout season for both club and country. The Real Madrid midfielder claims the honour for a third time after an exceptional year in which she has continued toContinue reading “Caroline Weir Named SFWA Women’s International Player of the Year for Third Time”
Scotland and Rest of the World XI’s Play Out Spectacle To Raise Money For Alzheimer Scotland
The Shooting Stars Charity Match at Broadwood Stadium delivered an entertaining and heartfelt afternoon of football, as Scotland took on a Rest of the World XI in support of Alzheimer Scotland. Managed by Alex McLeish, Scotland faced a diverse and lively Rest of the World side led by Tom Watt. Despite the friendly nature ofContinue reading “Scotland and Rest of the World XI’s Play Out Spectacle To Raise Money For Alzheimer Scotland”
Five Managers St Mirren Could Turn To As Stephen Robinson’s Successor
The departure of Stephen Robinson to become the new manager of Aberdeen has left St Mirren facing a significant decision. Robinson’s tenure in Paisley was hugely successful, delivering three consecutive top six finishes in the Scottish Premiership, European qualification and a League Cup triumph. With the club now searching for a successor, a mix ofContinue reading “Five Managers St Mirren Could Turn To As Stephen Robinson’s Successor”
Hearts In Pole Position With Rangers Chasing But Do Not Rule Martin O’Neill And Celtic Out Yet
Anyone suggesting that Celtic are out of the Scottish Premiership title race is ignoring both the numbers and the context of this season. A look at the league table in the attached image shows Celtic sitting third on fifty four points from twenty seven matches, six behind leaders Hearts on sixty and three adrift ofContinue reading “Hearts In Pole Position With Rangers Chasing But Do Not Rule Martin O’Neill And Celtic Out Yet”
