Steven Caulker opens up on the end of his Scotland hopes, not signing for Celtic, saying sorry to Neil McCann and feeling humbled in a church in Kinross
October 11, 2021 (19:55) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
A WhatsApp message pings. It is Steven Caulker apologising for being waylaid ahead of our chat, originally arranged for 9pm. His schedule has been pushed back. More...

Steven Caulker opens up on the end of his Scotland hopes, not playing for Celtic, saying sorry to Neil McCann and feeling humbled in a church in Kinross
October 11, 2021 (19:30) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
A WhatsApp message pings. It is Steven Caulker apologising for being waylaid ahead of our chat, originally arranged for 9pm. His schedule has been pushed back. More...

Steven Lawless leaves Motherwell as all parties agree on departure
October 11, 2021 (18:20) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Winger Steven Lawless has left Motherwell after both the player and club agreed on an exit. More...

Commonwealth Games: Radical shake-up announced as hosts given greater flexibility for events
October 11, 2021 (17:05) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Athletics and swimming will be the only compulsory sports at the 2026 and 2030 Commonwealth Games as hosts are afforded greater flexibility in choosing a suitable programme for their audience and budget. More...

Flawless Denmark stand on brink of World Cup qualification - and can do Scotland a favour
October 11, 2021 (16:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Denmark can secure top spot in Group F and seal qualification to the 2022 World Cup with a win over Austria in Copenhagen tonight. More...

Aaron Hickey: Former Hearts youngster linked with move to English Premier League
October 11, 2021 (15:30) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Former Hearts youngster Aaron Hickey is being monitored by Aston Villa, according to reports in Italy. More...

Kyogo Furuhashi: Embattled manager set to turn to Celtic forward to save Japan - but a Hibs star man has something to say
October 11, 2021 (12:45) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Fresh from setting a World Cup qualification record, Australia can take a big step towards the finals next year in Doha if they defeat crisis-hit Japan in Saitama late on Tuesday morning. More...

Ex-Hearts goalkeeper Zdenek Zlamal brands Rangers 'weird' and accuses Scots of 'making war'
October 11, 2021 (11:40) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Former Hearts goalkeeper Zdenek Zlamal has accused Scottish football fans of making war. More...

Ally McCoist in Scotland delight as he hails best Hampden Park atmosphere in 15 years
October 11, 2021 (10:45) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scott McTominays winning goal for Scotland against Israel on Saturday prompted Ally McCoist and Ian Crocker to hug each other in celebration. More...

Steven Gerrard: Rangers boss eases in market to become new Newcastle manager as favourite emerges
October 11, 2021 (10:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
A new favourite has emerged to become the new Newcastle United manager. More...

Andy Murray explains Nick Kyrgios-style under-arm serve and has say on Alexander Zverev clash at Indian Wells
October 11, 2021 (09:10) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Andy Murray feels there is still more to come after he pulled off one of the best wins of his comeback over rising star Carlos Alcaraz. More...

Israel ace blasts Tartan Army, Celtic-linked defender in rejected offer from Scottish club, Scotland injury blow, Neil Lennon Celtic revelation - Scottish Premiership Rumour Mill
October 11, 2021 (08:40) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
It is another big week for Scotland on the international stage. After Saturday's incredible scenes at Hampden Park in the win over Israel, Steve Clarkes men now travel to face Faroe Islands. More...

Che Adams: Scotland suffer blow as striker set to miss Faroe Islands clash
October 11, 2021 (07:55) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scotland are set to be without Che Adams for Tuesdays World Cup qualifier against the Faroe Islands. More...

Celtic-linked defender in rejected offer from Scottish club
October 11, 2021 (07:25) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
It is another big week for Scotland on the international stage. After Saturday's incredible scenes at Hampden Park in the win over Israel, Steve Clarkes men now travel to face Faroe Islands. More...

Hampden was no lap of honour - Scotland's past shows they have work to do in the Faroe Islands
October 11, 2021 (06:15) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
There are few places on earth less likely to prompt complacency within a group of Scottish footballers than a North Atlantic archipelago located halfway between Iceland and Norway. More...

Steve Clarke reveals whether Lyndon Dykes will take Scotlands next penalty after Israel miss
October 10, 2021 (21:30) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Steve Clarke has praised Lyndon Dykes strength of character but revealed the striker wont be given the chance to take Scotlands next penalty. More...

Nick Grigg reveals the factors behind Glasgow Warriors' early season form
October 10, 2021 (21:10) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Patience can be a difficult virtue to acquire at the best of times, and it must be especially tough for rugby players when they are playing at 100 miles an hour and throwing everything they have into attack for little or no reward. More...

Grant Gilchrist stresses the missing element Edinburgh need to add to their attacking flair
October 10, 2021 (21:10) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
There was a heart in mouth moment for Edinburgh on Saturday when the Stormers stand-off Tim Swiel lined up a drop goal attempt in injury time. More...

Grant Forrest outshines world no.1 Jon Rahm in stunning finish to Spanish Open
October 10, 2021 (18:50) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Grant Forrest produced a spectacular finish playing alongside world number one Jon Rahm to claim a third place finish at the Acciona Open de Espana. More...

Watsonians turn on the style as Ayrshire Bulls have one eye on final
October 10, 2021 (16:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Watsonians 43 Ayrshire Bulls 14 More...

Scotland name final 15-man squad for T20 World Cup as two drop out and one reserve flies in
October 10, 2021 (15:30) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scotland head coach Shane Burger has named his final squad of 15 players for the ICC Mens T20 World Cup a week ahead of his sides first match against Bangladesh. More...

Laura Muir wins Scottish Athlete of the Year as fellow Tokyo medallist Owen Miller scoops Para award
October 10, 2021 (15:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Laura Muir is still coming to terms with her Olympic medal success more than two months on from Tokyo " but insists it helps fuel her future ambitions. More...

How Scotland can qualify for World Cup 2022 in Qatar after epic win over Israel
October 10, 2021 (12:50) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scotland is on a high after the national side claimed an epic 3-2 win over Israel at Hampden Park. More...

Tyson Fury after Deontay Wilder knockout: 'I could beat any man in history'
October 10, 2021 (11:45) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Tyson Fury believes he has left no doubt that he is the best heavyweight of the era after rising from the canvas twice to retain his WBC title with an 11th-round knockout of Deontay Wilder in an all-time classic. More...

Cameron Norrie and Dan Evans lead the British charge at Indian Wells after Emma Raducanu exit
October 10, 2021 (11:25) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Emma Raducanu's visit to Indian Wells may have been brief but Britain has plenty of interest in the men's draw, with Dan Evans and Cameron Norrie both reaching the third round on Saturday. More...

Who do England play next? England football tickets, kick off time, how to watch, ticket details, latest odds
October 10, 2021 (09:50) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Gareth Southgates return to Wembley in the World Cup qualifying stages. Heres everything you need to know ahead of the England game against Hungary. More...

Iain Mercer - son of former Hearts owner Wallace: 'I wish he wasn't remembered purely for Hibs merger episode'
October 10, 2021 (08:15) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
What Iain Mercer talks about when he talks about running is his father, Wallace. At one time, there were few better-known figures in Scottish football - perhaps, even, in the whole of Scottish society. More...

Iain Mercer - son of former Hearts owner Wallace: 'I wish he wasn't just remember for Hibs merger episode'
October 10, 2021 (06:10) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
What Iain Mercer talks about when he talks about running is his father, Wallace. At one time, there were few better-known figures in Scottish football - perhaps, even, in the whole of Scottish society. More...

From Craiglockhart to Mallorca: The Scots tennis siblings aiming for the top after following in footsteps of Rafa Nadal
October 10, 2021 (06:10) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Murray is the surname associated with the most famous Scottish tennis playing brothers - now it is the first name of one of a younger set of Scots-born siblings who are on their own exciting journey in the sport. More...

Rachael Boyle showing up the 'uneducated' with motherhood, Hibs and Scotland
October 10, 2021 (06:10) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
As social media served up a deservedly derisory response to the incendiary ignorance of former referee Mark Clattenburg and his comments on womens inability to juggle a football career with motherhood, the age old maxim that it is better to keep your mouth shut and appear stupid than to open it and remove all doubt sprang to mind. More...

Better late than never as Graeme Robertson embarks on pro career at 33
October 10, 2021 (05:05) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Better late than never. Thats how Graeme Robertson is viewing his new career as a professional golfer after personal circumstances led to family coming first at the time he was one of Scotlands top amateurs. More...

In a library we are all equal. The books are free to read, as many as you want - Lin Anderson
October 10, 2021 (04:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
My local library, up until I went to Glasgow University, was Burns Cottage library in Greenock. It was a two mile walk from my house. So four miles all round. I did that walk at least twice a week. More...

Aidan Smith: Ryan Porteous has to change because the laws of the game won't
October 10, 2021 (04:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Three and a half years ago at Ibrox, Ryan Porteous announced himself to Scottish football and, although we have a tendency to get carried away when a new prospect pokes cherubic features through the glaur, he really did look like a talent. More...

John McGinn reveals his Scotland dream has 'just become a reality' after scoring in win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (21:55) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
It was a night John McGinn will remember. More...

Che Adams was benched for Scotland's Euro 2020 opener after heart scan sparked Christian Eriksen fears
October 09, 2021 (21:35) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Some decisions only make sense retrospectively. More...

Steve Clarke admits he thought twice over Mourinho touchline celebration as he revels in Scotland's last gasp win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (21:35) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Steve Clarke praised the character of his team and acknowledged the Hampden crowds contribution after Scotland secured a dramatic third successive victory with seconds to spare against Israel. More...

John McGinn reveals his Scotland dream has 'just become a reality' after starring in win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (21:35) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
It was a night John McGinn will remember. More...

Scotland win over Israel 'never in doubt' says Nicola Sturgeon, while actor Martin Compston brands 3-2 victory 'best ever'
October 09, 2021 (21:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Celebrities and well-known figures in Scottish life joined thousands watching Scotlands dramatic 3-2 win over Israel in the World Cup qualifiers. More...

Why Sir Alex Ferguson was presented with a Scotland cap at half-time in the Israel game
October 09, 2021 (20:50) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
It seems appropriate on an occasion when Scotland are seeking to strengthen their position as runners-up in their group that the only manager to take the country to a World Cup finals via a play-off will be honoured at Hampden. More...

How Scotland fans brought back the Hampden Roar and played their part in win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (20:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
For most of the night it was like listening to an enthusiastic choir running through their scales, as Scotland fans verbalised every emotion in a jam-packed Hampden. More...

Scotland player ratings: How Scott McTominay, John McGinn and Steve Clarke's team rated in dramatic World Cup qualifying win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (20:00) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scotland twice came from behind at Hampden to take a dramatic win in World Cup qualifying. More...

Scotland World Cup 2022 qualifiers: When does the Scotland national team play next? Every fixture ahead of qualifying games
October 09, 2021 (19:50) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scotland will hope to quality for their second major tournament in a row by navigating the qualifying stages to progress to the World Cup in Qatar in 2022. Heres when Scotland play their qualifiers. More...

Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3: What channel is the fight on, how can I watch, what time does the Gypsy King fight the Bronze Bomber
October 09, 2021 (19:40) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Fight fans get ready, its Fury vs Wilder 3. Heres when the bout will take place, and details of the third fight in the trilogy. More...

Edinburgh coach Mike Blair explains why he wants to get Darcy Graham on the ball more after frustrating draw with Stormers
October 09, 2021 (19:30) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Mike Blair admitted to a touch of frustration about the way his Edinburgh side couldnt capitalise on their whirlwind start against the Stormers. More...

Oh, Scotland! How Fergie-time delivered a compelling, heart-stopping Hampden win in front of watching Sir Alex
October 09, 2021 (19:30) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
A full house. Check. Strongest possible team. Check. The presence of one of British footballs greatest managers. Check. A lush, moist pitch. Check. More...

Scotland hero Scott McTominay gifts goal to grandad after crucial World Cup qualifying win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (19:20) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scott McTominay presented his grandfather with an unforgettable gift for his birthday - and the entire nation joined him in celebrating. More...

Scotland hero Scott McTominay gifts goal to grandad after World Cup qualifying win over Israel
October 09, 2021 (19:05) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scott McTominay presented his grandfather with an unforgettable gift for his birthday - and the entire nation joined him in celebrating. More...

Scotland 3-2 Israel: How Scott McTominay, John McGinn and Steve Clarke's team rated in dramatic World Cup qualifying win
October 09, 2021 (18:55) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Scotland twice came from behind at Hampden to take a dramatic win in World Cup qualifying. More...

Glasgow Warriors dig in for narrow win over Lions as Danny Wilson hails 'character element'
October 09, 2021 (18:55) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
Glasgow Warriors 13 Lions 9 More...

Allan Massie: BBC Scotland's lack of interest in Scottish rugby is deplorable - but what is the SRU doing about it?
October 09, 2021 (18:55) [ Indexed from Scotsman.com ]
A press release from the United Rugby Championship proudly informs me that last weekends matches attracted a TV audience of more than a million viewers. More...