Venezuelan forward at Rangers and national team
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.
Celtic have navigated a tricky period as Yang Hyun-jun heads to the Asian Games and Kasper Hogh and Tierney return from injury. Duran and Mheuka are stepping up, with Osmand returning next month as O’Neill aims to preserve title prospects while juggling squad depth.
The government has announced a regenerative approach to integrate young players into big clubs has paid off as Sesko scores on his first full start of the season in United’s 4-0 win over Sabah in the Champions League. He says patience paid off and that joining United feels right after a year of adjustment.
Rangers have moved to the top of the Scottish Premiership after a 3-0 first-half lead against Kilmarnock. The visitors battled back in a tense second half, with Nady Naderi and Kevin Kelsy sealing the win before a late Kilmarnock goal. Hearts also win 5-0, reinforcing momentum across the league.
Rangers have delivered a commanding 4-0 win over St Johnstone, moving within a point of Celtic after a weather-disrupted match. Kevin Kelsy netted twice, with Ryan Naderi and Tochi Chukwuani adding the others, while St Johnstone’s Kai Fotheringham saw red late on.