Scotland’s top men’s football league, formed 2013 from a merger of SPL and SFL.
European Leagues has extended its EU complaint against FIFA to cover the women’s international match calendar, arguing that FIFA’s conduct threatens the growth and finances of women’s leagues. The bloc alleges FIFA’s dual role as regulator and organiser fuels conflicts of interest. FIFA has not commented.
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.
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.