As a footballer, you won trophies in Scottish football and English football, as well as representing Scotland at major international tournaments. What are your personal highlights from your time as a player? “As a teenager, I dreamed of being a footballer, so the highlight for me has to be the fact that I was ableContinue reading “Craig Burley on Celtic, Chelsea and Transitioning From Player to Pundit”
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Celtic are Champions in waiting after Aberdeen and Rangers share the spoils at Pittodrie
Celtic are on the brink of sealing a 55th Scottish league title after Rangers were held to a 2-2 draw by Aberdeen at Pittodrie today, all but ending the Ibrox side’s hopes of a late charge for the Premiership crown. With just five games remaining in the season, Rangers now find themselves a daunting 15Continue reading “Celtic are Champions in waiting after Aberdeen and Rangers share the spoils at Pittodrie”
Kevin Stirling on Sir Alex Ferguson and Aberdeen’s Golden Era
What factors contributed to Aberdeen FC’s unprecedented success under Sir Alex Ferguson between 1978 and 1986? “The foundations were laid by Ally MacLeod and later strengthened by Billy McNeill between 1975 and 1978. During this period, several key players were brought in, including Gordon Strachan, Steve Archibald, Stuart Kennedy, and Joe Harper. By the timeContinue reading “Kevin Stirling on Sir Alex Ferguson and Aberdeen’s Golden Era”
Why Dougie Imrie Would Be a Perfect Fit for Partick Thistle
With Partick Thistle currently searching for the right managerial appointment to take the club forward, one name that stands out as an ideal candidate is Dougie Imrie. The current Greenock Morton boss has earned a strong reputation in the Scottish Championship for his ability to maximise resources, build a competitive squad on a limited budget,Continue reading “Why Dougie Imrie Would Be a Perfect Fit for Partick Thistle”
Alzheimer Scotland Charity Match: Football Legends Unite for a Great Cause
Football fans are in for a treat as an exciting charity match in support of Alzheimer Scotland is set to take place on Sunday, 2nd March at the Falkirk Stadium, with kick-off at 1pm. This special fixture will see Scotland take on the Rest of the World, led by two legendary managers—Graeme Souness at theContinue reading “Alzheimer Scotland Charity Match: Football Legends Unite for a Great Cause”
Lee Bullen on Playing Abroad, Sheffield Wednesday, Managing Ayr United & His Next Steps
You started your career at Dunfermline Athletic and later returned to East End Park as an established player. What was it like coming through the system at the club and then working under Jimmy Calderwood? “I loved my time as a young player at Dunfermline. I was fortunate to be part of a Scottish BPContinue reading “Lee Bullen on Playing Abroad, Sheffield Wednesday, Managing Ayr United & His Next Steps”
Robbie Horn On Bonnyrigg Rose, Managing in the SPFL & His Next Step
How do you reflect on your time away from the game since leaving Bonnyrigg Rose in 2024 – both in watching matches and preparing for your return? “I’m not going to lie—it was incredibly tough. Leaving the club was hard, especially after such a long and successful affiliation. Considering where we came from—leaving theContinue reading “Robbie Horn On Bonnyrigg Rose, Managing in the SPFL & His Next Step”
Jamie McGowan on Falkirk Memories & Playing Against Larsson & Laudrup
You were born in Morecambe, yet the majority of your football career has been rooted in Scotland. What initially drew you to Scottish football, and what made you stay? “Well, I had a couple of trials. I was at Hearts and Rangers on trial and quite enjoyed it up here. I also had a trialContinue reading “Jamie McGowan on Falkirk Memories & Playing Against Larsson & Laudrup”
Oliver Colloty on Peterhead Move and Representing New Zealand
First of all, you’ve just arrived in Scottish football with Peterhead. How have you settled in so far, and how excited are you about the opportunity to play for the club? “It’s been fantastic so far. I’ve settled in really well. The lads are great, and the team has been really welcoming, which has madeContinue reading “Oliver Colloty on Peterhead Move and Representing New Zealand”
Gary Irvine on Coaching the Next Generation and His Desire to Return to Management
In the later stages of your career, you transitioned into management with Forfar, and since then, you’ve been involved in coaching at Kilmarnock. How do you reflect on your journey since leaving Forfar, both in terms of your time away from the senior game and your ongoing involvement in coaching? “After the roleContinue reading “Gary Irvine on Coaching the Next Generation and His Desire to Return to Management”
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