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Celtic has overturned a 7-1 loss to Rangers to win the Tennent’s Sixes final, marking a dramatic comeback on day two. Former players compete in the two-day indoor tournament revived in Glasgow after a 33-year absence; Celtic’s Mulgrew celebrates wildly as celebrations spill over.
Protesters targeted Dermot Desmond during the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship at St Andrews, throwing tennis balls with his image. Celtic Football Club condemns the disruption, while the Celtic Fans Collective defends its actions as a stand against perceived mismanagement. The protests follow tensions over governance at Celtic FC.
Celtic have signed Camilo Duran and face recruitment constraints as they lose Kelechi Iheanacho to Bursaspor. O’Neill says progress on other targets is possible, while Celtic’s summer activity remains limited amid competition from bigger clubs.
United have already signed two midfielders this window and face injuries and departures that heighten the need for further reinforcements. Several targets are in play, with attention turning to a potential homegrown option as pre-season shows rising balance in midfield.
Hearts trail 4-0 after the first leg in Austria but have moved to strengthen their squad as they bid to overturn the deficit in the second leg. Keeper Schwolow is departing for Mainz while new signings prepare for their Tynecastle bow.
Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are pursuing aggressive recruitment amid mixed 2025-26 seasons. Spurs have spent club-record sums, chasing European qualification under Roberto De Zerbi, while Chelsea have secured Morgan Rogers and are prepped for further signings as they reshape for a return to Europe.
Spaniard Olid has been appointed to replace Marc Skinner as Manchester United Women’s head coach, four weeks before the 2026-27 WSL season. She arrives from Hearts, where she led the SWPL club to a first league title and domestic final. United have moved to a youth-focused recruitment strategy amid a quiet transfer window.
A wave of new football kit designs is hitting top Scottish and European clubs as the 2026-27 season approaches. BBC Business collects notable releases from AC Milan to Celtic and Wales, with reactions ranging from praise for heritage-inspired designs to criticism of bold, modern looks.
Spaniard Eva Olid has been appointed to lead Manchester United Women after Marc Skinner’s departure. Olid, who led Hearts to their first SWPL title, is tasked with developing homegrown talent and guiding United into a new era of growth.
Benfica leads 6-0 at half-time, extending to a 6-1 final in the first leg, as Hearts are overwhelmed in Lisbon. Benfica dominates with early goals and set-pieces, leaving Hearts facing an uphill second leg in Edinburgh. Vrancken laments poor defending and calls for composure in the return.
Benfica have overwhelmed Hearts 6-1 in Lisbon, but Hearts forward momentum is the focus as the tie ends 7-2 on aggregate. The Edinburgh side now faces a Conference League route via Rapid Vienna while Benfica progress in Europe.
Kyziridis has left Hearts for a Turkish club after 42 appearances, six goals and 11 assists last season. The transfer, pegged at around £1.7m, is being finalised as Hearts cashes in on a homegrown talent who arrived on a free last summer.
Rangers have struggled at the start of the Derek McInnes era, with mixed results in domestic and European fixtures. The team is chasing improvement after a difficult run that has left them trailing Celtic in the league and facing a pivotal return leg in Europe.
Paris Saint-Germain have retained the UEFA Super Cup after Déziré Doué's 61st-minute strike, awarded following a VAR review, beat Aston Villa 2-1 in Salzburg. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring before 17-year-old Brian Madjo levelled for Villa on his competitive debut, becoming the youngest scorer in the fixture's history.
Scotland has named Sebastien Pocognoli as its new head coach, succeeding Steve Clarke. Pocognoli, a 39-year-old former Belgium international, has led Union Saint-Gilloise to a Belgian title and most recently managed Monaco. His appointment signals a shift to a front-foot, high-press style and aims to build on Clarke’s foundations.
Police investigations into the May Celtic title celebrations disorder have led to multiple arrests across Glasgow and surrounding areas. Investigations continue as officers say they will bring more suspects to justice following clashes that left officers injured and members of the public hospitalised.
The Scottish FA has identified the Belgian coach, Pocognoli, as the preferred choice to replace Derek McInnes as Scotland manager. Pocognoli guided Union Saint-Gilloise to a historic Belgian title in 2024-25, and is seen as the first foreign boss for Scotland since Vogts. Clarke has stepped down after Scotland’s World Cup group exit.
James Penrice has joined Rangers on loan from AEK Athens after playing for Hearts last season, with Tuur Rommens sidelined. He debuts for the Ibrox club against St Mirren in the Premier Sports Cup, providing competition on the left and a potential boost for manager Derek McInnes.
Hibs have taken a major step toward the league phase of the Europa Conference League after a disciplined goalless first leg against Gent in Ghent. Elding’s saved penalty keeps the tie alive ahead of the return at Easter Road.
The Scottish FA has appointed a new head coach, Pocognoli, who is notably younger than most international managers. He aims to implement a high-press, possession-forward style, signaling a shift from the previous approach. The move is a high-risk, high-buzz decision as Scotland look to qualify for major tournaments.
The Scottish FA has appointed Tony Docherty as Under-21 head coach with Steven Naismith as his assistant. The move aligns the youth pathway with the senior team as Sebastien Pocognoli takes charge of the senior squad. The pair will lead the Under-21s initially, with plans to rotate coaches across age groups and support club growth and Talent ID initiatives.
Families in the UK have reworked childcare this summer by sharing duties among households, turning a potential dead zone into a live, communal approach. Parents report calmer weeks, kids bonding through unstructured play, and a model that could reshape working-family balance.
Celtic has collapsed from a 4-0 aggregate lead to a 5-4 loss in Linz, exiting the Champions League playoff. Manager Martin O’Neill has taken responsibility, while players defend the team as they face a costly European setback.
Hearts have qualified for the Conference League play-off after a dramatic 2-2 draw with Rapid Vienna, then winning 4-3 on penalties. A red card to Tomas Magnusson forced a reshuffle, with Pierre Kabore and Calvin Miller delivering equaliser and stoppage-time drama. Beau Reus saved twice in the shoot-out as Hearts advance.
Northern Ireland clubs face a potential loss of a European slot as Larne exits and Rangers miss out; the play-off system and finances come under scrutiny, with implications for coefficients and domestic competition this season.
Lawrence Shankland delivers a pivotal double in a 2-1 win for Rangers at Falkirk, cementing his early-season form and easing transfer deadline jitters around Nicolas Raskin and Kim Min‑Su as the club presses on with new signings.
Rangers have secured a 3-0 win over Celtic in the Old Firm derby, with Dan Neil scoring twice and Nicolas Raskin adding a late finish. The result cements Rangers’ dominance in the 90 minutes and keeps them in a strong position in the league race.
The Scotsman reports Souttar is seeking a move from Rangers as several European windows remain open, with manager McInnes saying the 29-year-old could leave if a suitable opportunity materialises. Newcastle-style contingency underlines the broader transfer strategy across clubs this summer.
Shankland has suffered a hamstring tear recurrence and will be out for several weeks to months, with scans to decide on surgery. Rangers assess options as Pocognoli’s squad faces upcoming fixtures and international duties.
Hearts and Hibs reach the Scottish League Cup semi-final after tense victories; Vrancken’s Hearts aim to extend unbeaten run and deny rivals a chance at glory as the Edinburgh derby adds spice to the Hampden clash.
Scotland has reshaped its Nations League squad under new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli. Kristi Montgomery earns a first senior call-up after progressing through Blackburn Rovers’ ranks, joining a mix of recalled veterans and new faces as the team prepares for matches against Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedonia.
Scottish Cup semi-finalists are decided after a set of quarter-finals. Rangers face Aberdeen, while Hibernian meet Hearts in other ties. The weekend of Oct 31–Nov 1 hosts the semis at Hampden, with finals on Dec 13.
Celtic’s 74-year-old manager has hinted he will reflect on his position after back-to-back Old Firm defeats and a European setback. Celtic’s financial results show a heavy revenue drop and a loss, prompting the club to reaffirm support for O’Neill as it plots the season’s domestic and Europa League aims.
The SPFL has reduced ticket allocations for Aberdeen and warned Celtic and Rangers following incidents at recent cup ties. Police injuries were reported and appeals and hearings are set as clubs contest sanctions amid ongoing investigation into the events.
Scotland Under-21s have delivered a dominant 5-2 win over Azerbaijan, with Barney Stewart grabbing a brace and James Wilson, Tyler Fletcher and Bobby Wales also on target. Docherty’s side have signalled an intent to mirror the first team’s attacking style, as Curtis provides crosses and leadership in a high-pressing display.