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Celtic news latest as ex Rangers star in fight to return to scene of major controversy and loan star makes confession
Vaclav Cerny faces a fitness fight for his return to Celtic next week, after the former Rangers star picked up an injury. The Czech winger is at Besiktas and helped them to a win against Basaksehir in their latest game, with ex-Celtic striker Oh Hyeon-Gyu opening the scoring. Cerny is due to line up for Besiktas in the next Europa League game next week as he makes his return to Glasgow.
James Tavernier given damning post Rangers verdict as pundit dares to go where others are 'afraid'
Jared Kushner 12 hours ago A Damning Account Alleges Jared Kushner Conducted Diplomacy for Profit The New York Times - Fintan O’Toole • 12h The new book by the reporter Matthew Cole connects $2 billion in slush funds from gulf state leaders to Trump’s son-in-law in an effort to influence U.S. policy.
Ex-Rangers star who clashed with Celtic fans in fight to make Parkhead Euro clash
Vaclav Cerny could miss out on a return to Celtic Park (Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock) The Czech winger is at Besiktas and helped them to a win against Basaksehir in their latest game, with ex-Celtic striker Oh Hyeon-Gyu opening the scoring. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead. Start reading
What has surpised Celtic outcast at loan club as he challenges for title
Celtic outcast Paulo Bernardo (Image: Andrew Milligan) Celtic loan star Paulo Bernardo admits he's been stunned at how tough Polish football is, even though he's challenging for the title with Gornik Zabrze. The Portuguese midfielder was allowed to leave the Scottish champions in the last window and opted for a season-long loan to Poland. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead.
Maccabi Tel Aviv told they've made a mistake with 'nothing special' James Tavernier
Ex-Rangers captain James Tavernier (Image: Steve Welsh) Former Rangers skipper James Tavernier has been branded 'nothing special' by ex-Israeli international Maor Kandil. Tavernier made a surprising move to Israel after 11 years at Ibrox when he opted to sign for former teammate Kenny Miller's Maccabi Tel Aviv. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead. Start reading
'Humbled' Michael Beale refunds fans personally after latest embarrassing defeat
Former Rangers boss Michael Beale has personally refunded his Zulte Waregem fans their ticket price after they suffered a fourth defeat in a row. The English gaffer took on a new role in the summer in Belgium and initially got off to a good start in their top flight.
Judge Orders Trump to Sit for Deposition in BBC Defamation Case Lawyers for the BBC had accused the president of delaying his testimony in the case he brought. The BBC headquarters in London.Credit...Joshua Bright for The New York Times Oct. 23, 2026, 10:01 a.m. ET A federal judge in Florida ordered President Trump to sit for a deposition in his $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC by Dec. 11, according to a spokesman for the president’s personal legal team. The judge, Enjoliqué A.
Barcelona win comes at a huge cost as PSG rocked by triple injury blow
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Image: PA) Paris Saint-Germain winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia is set for a long-term lay-off after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament in Tuesday night’s Champions League win over Barcelona. The European champions confirmed Kvaratskhelia, who received extensive treatment early in the second half of the 4-2 triumph at Parc des Princes following a challenge with Xavi Espar, will have surgery “in the coming days”.
Two goals later, I’m ‘very close’ to my best after heart surgery
(Image: Getty) Scott McTominay reckons he's close to being back to his best after scoring his first goals since heart surgery. The Scotland midfielder missed the four Nations League games after undergoing a procedure to correct irregular heart rhythms. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead.
Celta Vigo star's house raided with valuables stolen ahead of Celtic clash
Ilaix Moriba is expected to play against Celtic despite his home in Spain being raided and valuables stolen (Image: Shutterstock) Celta Vigo star Ilaix Moriba has got the all-clear to play in the Europa League clash at Celtic despite his house being raided and thousands of pounds of jewellery stolen. The Guinea international was with the Celta Vigo squad preparing for the clash in Glasgow in the league phase of the competition.
Celta Vigo fans plot Celtic invasion as staggering ticket requests smash Spanish club record
Celta Vigo will be backed by their biggest away support for a European match in their history on Thursday against Celtic - with 3000 fans arriving at Parkhead. The Hoops welcome the Spanish side for the third round of fixtures in the league phase of the Europa League. Both sides have failed to collect a point after two defeats , but that's not stopped Celta Vigo fans from travelling in impressive numbers.
Harry Maguire hails Manchester United’s togetherness after draw at Leeds
Harry Maguire in action for Manchester United United have come under increasing pressure following their poor start to the season, but battled for a valuable point at Elland Road. Harry Maguire declared “you can’t question the togetherness” after Manchester United won a hard-earned point in Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Roses rivals Leeds.
Manchester United held to battling draw as Leeds hit back to earn point
Dominic Calvert-Lewin's second-half equaliser extended Manchester United's winless Premier League run to five matches as they were held 1-1 by Roses rivals Leeds at Elland Road. Bryan Mbeumo stole in to fire the visitors into a half-time lead, but Leeds hit back early in the second period through Calvert-Lewin's thumping finish.
Manchester United held to battling draw as Leeds hit back to earn point
Leeds' James Justin (left) heads the ball clear from a corner Dominic Calvert-Lewin cancelled out Bryan Mbeumo’s opener. Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s second-half equaliser extended Manchester United’s winless Premier League run to five matches as they were held 1-1 by Roses rivals Leeds at Elland Road. Bryan Mbeumo stole in to fire the visitors into a half-time lead, but Leeds hit back early in the second period through Calvert-Lewin’s thumping finish.
Manchester United held to battling draw as Leeds hit back to earn point
Dominic Calvert-Lewin's second-half equaliser extended Manchester United's winless Premier League run to five matches as they were held 1-1 by Roses rivals Leeds at Elland Road. Bryan Mbeumo stole in to fire the visitors into a half-time lead, but Leeds hit back early in the second period through Calvert-Lewin's thumping finish.
The Celtic cult hero stepping aside for Duncan Ferguson at Glentoran
Duncan Ferguson. (Image: Alan Walter / Shutterstock) Former Celtic cult hero Paddy McCourt insists he has no complaints after ex-Rangers and Scotland striker Duncan Ferguson took charge of Belfast side Glentoran, following his stint as caretaker boss. The former Caley Thistle manager was the shock choice to take charge of The Oval side, who currently sit in third place in the Irish Premiership. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Celtic handed Europa League boost as Hoops old boy and Celta Vigo World Cup winner out of Parkhead clash
World Cup winner Borja Iglesias is out of Celta Vigo's trip to Celtic this week after the Spanish international suffered a calf injury. And former Celtic defender Carl Starfelt will also miss a return to Parkhead too.
Robbie Ure ready for Real Madrid mission as Sevilla boss admits he was wrong about Scotland striker's best position
Sevilla boss Luis Garcia Plaza reckons Scotland striker Robbie Ure is ready to be unleashed on Real Madrid tonight...after admitting he has changed his mind about his position. Ure grabbed his first goal for his new club last week in La Liga and is second in the European Golden Boot standings, after his goalscoring exploits in Sweden with Sirius. He faces a daunting trip to the Bernabeu as Sevilla prepare to face Real Madrid and he looks certain to lead the line for his club.
Sevilla boss names new Robbie Ure position ahead of Real Madrid clash
Robbie Ure in action for Scotland. (Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock) Sevilla boss Luis Garcia Plaza reckons Scotland striker Robbie Ure is ready to be unleashed on Real Madrid tomorrow night after admitting he has changed his mind about his position. Ure grabbed his first goal for his new club last week in La Liga and is second in the European Golden Boot standings, after his goalscoring exploits in Sweden with Sirius.
Jens Berthel Askou defends X-rated Toulouse team talk that went viral
Former Motherwell manager Jens Berthel Askou. (Image: Mark Runnacles / Shutterstock) Former Motherwell boss Jens Berthel Askou has defended his expletive-laden half time rant last week, after he guided his Toulouse side to a European spot in Ligue 1. The Danish boss quit Fir Park after an outstanding season with Motherwell to take charge of Toulouse. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered.
Celtic offered faint praise from Benfica camp after Euro humbling as next opponents look to pile on the misery
Benfica star Alexander Bah has praised Celtic 's battling spirit despite his side thumping Hoops 4-1 in the Europa League. Martin O'Neill's side shipped three goals inside 23 first half minutes , the second of which was scored by Danish international full back Bah. Celts have now lost both of their first two matches in the competition and sit third from bottom in the Europa League standings, with qualification for the knockout phase already looking like a bleak possibility.
Balikwisha claims Celtic cost him spot at World Cup
CELTIC flop Michel-Ange Balikwisha has accused the Parkhead club of ruining his World Cup dream by refusing him a loan last season.
3 Men Accused by Nancy Mace in House Speech Are Charged With Sex Crimes
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace’s former fiance and two of his business associates were charged Wednesday with a number of sex crimes in connection with an episode she described at length last year in a speech on the House floor, according to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division. Brendan Patrick Bryant, 53, Mace’s former fiance, was charged with voyeurism.
Napoli chief gives update on McTominay contract talks after Scotland star's return
Scott McTominay (Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock) Napoli sports director Giovanni Manna has revealed they are edging closer to extending Scotland star Scott McTominay's contract. The former Manchester United midfielder returned to action at the weekend following surgery to correct irregular heart rhythms. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead. Start reading
Panama shaken by large earthquake and its aftershocks
By MARK WALKER and JAMES WAGNER NYTimes News Service An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.7 hit Panama on Friday, causing the collapse of about a dozen structures and shaking the capital of the Central American country, according to the U.S. Geological Survey and videos posted on social media. The quake hit about 1:56 p.m. Eastern time, according to the USGS. It was centered about 9 miles southwest of Pitaloza Arriba.
Sevilla boss makes exciting Robbie Ure prediction after Scotland debut
Robbie Ure in action for Scotland. (Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock) Sevilla boss Luis Garcia Plaza has praised Robbie Ure's contributions for Scotland and reckons he's ready to break his La Liga duck soon. The striker made his international debut for Scotland during the Nations League games during the past two weeks. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead.
The 'drug-like' Scotland feeling that has me hooked on international football
Luis Binks insists playing for Scotland was the proudest moment of his career. And he revealed he is flattered by the transfer speculation that saw him linked with a move back to England and Italy this week. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead.
Premier League legend hails 'very popular' Scotland debutant after international bow
(Image: Richard Lee/Shutterstock) Frank Lampard has praised his former defender Luis Binks after he made his Scotland debut in the international window. The Brondby stopper was handed his international bow by Sebastien Pocognoli and he made three appearances against Switzerland, North Macedonia and Slovenia. Sign up to read this article Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you. Email is required Email is already registered. Please sign in instead. Start reading
Ex-Celtic star Virgil van Dijk opens up on winning 100th cap for Netherlands
Netherlands' Virgil van Dijk earned his 100th cap (Image: Patrick Post) Ex-Celtic star Virgil van Dijk insisted he was proud to win his 100th cap for the Netherlands....at the same time as his former Liverpool teammate Andy Robertson. Both Robertson and van Dijk reached the century milestone in their respective games for the countries, with the Scotland star winning his 100th cap against North Macedonia and van Dijk winning his against Serbia.
Four key senior Scotland U21 stars including ex Rangers striker chopped from squad as Tony Docherty reveals priority
New Scotland Under 21s boss Tony Docherty has chopped four key senior players out of his squad for their final group game in Bulgaria because he wants to look at the next generation. Scotland will play their final game in their Euro 2027 group in Pazardzhik, knowing it's a dead rubber, after the young Scots were eliminated with two games to go.
Wouter Vrancken reveals he chose Hearts over big money Euro job as he shares key advice from Man City icon
Wouter Vrancken has revealed he could have doubled his salary by joining a club in Bulgaria instead of Hearts But the Belgian boss also says that advice from Bayern Munich gaffer Vincent Kompany helped him decide to make the move to Tynecastle.
North Macedonia boss told to resign before Scotland showdown with Nations League campaign in turmoil
Ex North Macedonia star Igor Gjuzelov has demanded that manager Goce Sedloski WALKS AWAY before they face Scotland on Saturday. It's been a rocky start for Sebastien Pocognoli as Dark Blues boss and failing to score within the first 25 minutes of the Nations League clash in Skopje will see the national team achieve an unwanted, longest goal drought in 154 years.
Life at Celtic has taken me by surprise - I didn't expect it to be such a huge step up
Celtic midfielder Mika Baur admits he is still pinching himself after being handed a shock Germany call-up by Jurgen Klopp. And the 22-year-old reckons it is proof of just how big a step he took by moving to Celtic Park . Baur could become the first Hoops player to represent Germany since Andreas Hinkel 17 years ago if he features against Serbia in Munich on Wednesday.
Why North Macedonia boss is convinced they can end horror run against Scotland
North Macedonia are aiming to end a horror run against Scotland (Image: Anna Gowthorpe / Shutterstock) North Macedonia boss Goce Sedloski is convinced they can end their horror run with a win against Scotland this weekend. Rangers striker Bojan Miovski was the last player from North Macedonia to score a goal for them and that was in a 7-1 defeat to Wales last November. They have a worse scoring drought than Scotland, which stretches to 607 minutes and six games.
My surreal international call-up proves Celtic was the right move for me in summer
Mika Baur of Celtic (Image: Mark Runnacles / Shutterstock) Celtic midfielder Mika Baur admits he's still pinching himself he was called up by Jurgen Klopp for Germany. And he reckons it shows how big a step it was for him to sign for the Hoops. The 22-year-old could become the first Celtic player to represent Germany since Andreas Hinkel 17 years ago if he features against Serbia tonight in Munich.
What Scotland have to do against North Macedonia to avoid unwanted all-time record
Scotland could end up with an unwanted record (Image: Steve Welsh) Scotland will have to score within 25 minutes in Saturday's Nations League game in North Macedonia to avoid setting their longest all-time run without scoring in their 154-year history. The shot-shy Scots have now gone 422 minutes without a goal after Sebastien Pocognoli's team lost 3-0 at home to Switzerland this week.
Lisa Nandy warns of ‘ultimate sanction’ after Man City guilty verdict
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has said Manchester City could be thrown out of the Premier League after being found guilty of all charges of financial breaches by an independent commission. The league has revealed City breached its financial rules on a huge scale between 2009-10 and 2017-18 after arranging 'sham' commercial deals as part of a disguised funding scheme. Nandy told Channel 5 News: "I don't want to preempt any kind of appeal process, and they are entitled to a fair hearing.
Lisa Nandy warns of 'ultimate sanction' after Man City guilty verdict
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Lisa Nandy warns of 'ultimate sanction' after Man City guilty verdict
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has said Manchester City could be thrown out of the Premier League after being found guilty of all charges of financial breaches by an independent commission. The league has revealed City breached its financial rules on a huge scale between 2009-10 and 2017-18 after arranging 'sham' commercial deals as part of a disguised funding scheme. Nandy told Channel 5 News: "I don't want to preempt any kind of appeal process, and they are entitled to a fair hearing.
The penny drop moment for ex Rangers starlet that triggered rocket rise as stunning turnaround held up as shining light
New Scotland Under 17s boss David McCallum reckons his former player, Josh McPake, is proof that some youngsters need time to fulfil their potential. The young Scots face Belgium on Tuesday in Spain after a win against Real Murcia and a defeat to the USA in a series of friendlies. Former Rangers B boss McCallum worked with Hearts ace McPake when he was coming through the ranks at Ibrox.
Yang eases Celtic injury fears as Mika Baur set to break 17 year Hoops record
Celtic wide man Yang insists he is fit and firing for the Asian Games semi final as South Korea eye up gold medal glory in Japan. The 24-year-old has been struggling with a slight hamstring problem and was an unused substitute in the 4-0 quarter final thumping of Vietnam on Friday. But Yang - who has been a top performer for the Hoops since Martin O'Neill' s return to the Parkhead dugout - has declared himself fit to face China in the last four of the tournament in Osaka on Tuesday.
Yang injury update as Celtic star makes decision for Asian Games semi-final
Celtic's Yang Hyun-Jun has made a decision on his fitness (Image: Steve Welsh) Celtic star Yang Hyun-jun has declared himself fit for the Asian Games semi-final as he tries to help South Korea win the gold medal. The Hoops ace revealed last week that he was suffering from a slight hamstring strain and missed their last game against Vietnam in the tournament.
Switzerland boss' verdict on his side after scoring three ahead of Scotland clash
Switzerland manager Murat Yakin (Image: Michael Zemanek / Shutterstock) Switzerland boss Murat Yakin was delighted at his side's firepower as they prepared for their Hampden showdown with Scotland by blitzing North Macedonia. Scotland entertain the Swiss tomorrow in the second game of the Nations League, after their goalless draw in Slovenia. But Switzerland blew away their hosts with a one-sided win in Skopje. And Yakin was pleased at the performance from his World Cup quarter finalists.
Rangers' Makhanya lauded for South Africa display as he 'handles' Dortmund star
Olwethu Makhanya was praised for his South Africa performance (Image: Stuart Wallace / Shutterstock) Rangers defender Olwethu Makhanya was praised by South Africa boss Pitso Mosimane after he helped them to a win. The Ibrox stopper collected just his second cap for his country as the Bafana Bafana beat Guinea 2-1 in their African Cup of Nations qualifier in Johannesburg. And Mosimane was impressed at how Makhanya dealt with Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy.
Haissem Hassan Celtic injury blow revealed by Egypt boss as winger needs 'intensive' treatment
Hossam Hassan has revealed that Celtic star Haissem Hassan has had to pull out of the Egypt squad due to injury The 24-year-old winger has made nine appearances for the Premiership champions since his £9million switch from Real Oviedo this summer He was included in the Pharaohs' squad for their two African Cup of Nations qualifiers against Angola and South Sudan before a friendly in Cairo against South Africa.
Rangers ace Minsu Kim brands South Korea debut 'wonderful' despite 'trembling' nerves
Minsu Kim earned his first cap for South Korea (Image: Shutterstock) Rangers ace Minsu Kim admitted he was 'trembling' after making his international debut for South Korea. The 20-year-old won his first cap as a second half sub as South Korea romped to a 3-0 win against Ecuador in Suwon. Kim could also feature in South Korea's three other friendlies in the international break against Uruguay, Venezuela and Uzbekistan. And he was thrilled to make his bow for his country.
The positive Sebastien Pocognoli record ahead of Scotland dugout debut
Sebastien Pocognoli will take charge of Scotland for the first time against Slovenia (Image: PA) Sebastien Pocognoli will take charge of Scotland for the first time on Saturday in a Nations League tie in Slovenia. And he's unbeaten on his two previous managerial debuts. The 39-year-old will be in the dug-out for the first time as Scotland boss in Ljubljana this afternoon. And in his two previous bows as manager, he's tasted a win and a draw.
Celtic star blocked by USA red tape as international debut put on hold
Celtic star Camilo Duran could see his international debut for Colombia delayed after he was caught up in red tape, their manager Nestor Lorenzo has revealed. The Hoops hitman was called up for his national team for the first time for their friendly games in the USA against Mexico, Paraguay and Peru. But despite Colombia meeting up at the start of the week, Duran has been delayed in his arrival in the USA because of administrative paperwork.
I worked under two Rangers greats and now I'll use the same standards to shape Scotland's future
New Scotland youth coach Rhys McCabe believes he can use the standards set by Walter Smith to help shape our young talent for the future. The former Airdrie player-manager is charged with guiding the Under-16s, alongside existing SFA coaches James Grady and Stephen Clarke. McCabe came through the ranks at Rangers and worked under legend Smith and Ally McCoist before moving down south with Sheffield Wednesday.
Rangers star Fernandez set for career highlight as he plays in Nigeria for first time
Emmanuel Fernandez is set to play in Nigeria for the first time (Image: Shutterstock) Rangers defender Emmanuel Fernandez has revealed that playing in Nigeria for the first time will be one of the highlights of his career. The Ibrox stopper has won plaudits for helping Rangers to back-to-back wins against Celtic and keeping two clean sheets too. He is set to win his fourth cap for Nigeria tonight in their African Cup of Nations qualifier against Madagascar in Uyo.
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