Scottish footballer, left-back for Celtic and Scotland
England extends its 4-2 victory after a measured lineup; Ghana brings in Benjamin Asare after injury and recalls Thomas Partey amid visa issues. Canada and Morocco lineups unfold in mid-tage fixtures for WC 2026.
Scotland has a pivotal World Cup group match against Brazil, aiming to reach the knockout stage for the first time. The side are unbeaten in group play so far, with a draw or win enough to advance depending on other results. Qatar 2026 context here
Scotland has progressed with three points but faces a high-stakes finale against Brazil; outcomes depend on results elsewhere and injuries to key players. The scenario remains live as groups near completion.
Scotland faces a decisive moment as Brazil’s Vinícius Júnior delivers a sobering performance that could end their World Cup hopes. The team is aiming to secure a last-32 spot, with lineup changes and tactical tweaks under consideration ahead of a decisive match.
Scotland has exited the World Cup group stage after defeats to Morocco and Brazil, with a 1-0 win over Haiti. Steve Clarke has stepped down as Scotland head coach after seven years in charge, ending a tenure that delivered three major tournament appearances and a long-awaited return to a World Cup.
Scotland has been eliminated from the World Cup after finishing third in Group C with three points and a -3 goal difference, ending any hopes of progressing to the knockout rounds. The outcome follows a 3-0 defeat by Brazil and earlier results against Haiti and Morocco. The door remains open for other routes to advancement through third-place standings in the broader group stage.
Craig Gordon has announced his retirement from professional football at 43, ending a 25-year career that featured Hearts, Sunderland, Celtic, 84 Scotland caps and multiple comebacks from serious injuries. He leaves a legacy as one of Scotland’s most trusted goalkeepers and a beloved Tynecastle icon.
Bruno Fernandes and co. see off Leeds United in a shootout after a 1-1 draw in the first Gaelic Games stadium game since 2009. The match ends amid fan invasions and a late crossbar hit as Mazraoui secures the win in the shootout.
Celtic has moved ahead in their Champions League play-off after a 3-0 first leg in Glasgow, with Nygren and Durán scoring and Duran adding a third. LASK created chances; Celtic are in a strong position for the return leg in Linz.
Kasper Hogh scores a hat-trick as Celtic outclass Kilmarnock, with Duran providing a superb assist and Nygren adding a third. Maloney and O’Neill are absent due to unrelated matters as Celtic dominate in Ayrshire, while questions linger over Kilmarnock’s defensive shape ahead of the season's tougher tests.
Moise Zirkzee is eyeing a temporary exit from Manchester United ahead of the transfer deadline, with Fiorentina leading the race on a season-long loan that includes an option to buy. Juventus and Aston Villa are also linked, but United have not ruled out keeping the forward if a suitable offer does not emerge. The talks are ongoing as deadlines loom.
Celtic have surrendered a four-goal aggregate lead to LASK Linz, crashing to a 5-1 defeat in Linz and losing Champions League group-stage progression. The comeback keeps Celtic in European football via the Europa League, while coaching staff face scrutiny over squad depth and defensive resilience.