Scottish Football Podcast

Scott Brown,Tom English and Rory Loy assess Saturday's action including big wins for both Dundee sides. Plus the fans join the debate looking ahead to Sunday's Old Firm clash.

David Currie is joined by Scott Allan and Ewan Murray as they ask whether Celtic can recover from another European setback in time for Sunday's huge meeting with Rangers. Are the league leaders vulnerable, and will Rangers look to seize the moment at Parkhead? The team also discuss David Gray's exit from Hibs, Aberdeen's improved form and the key talking points from a packed Scottish Premiership weekend 02:57 — Celtic's European collapse analysed 09:07 — Rangers sense an opportunity at Parkhead 17:14 — David Gray departs Hibs 22:44 — Aberdeen's resurgence and Easter Road test 24:05 — Premiership preview: St Johnstone, Falkirk and more 26:50 — Kilmarnock v Hearts under the spotlight

David Currie is joined by Scott Allan and Ewan Murray as they ask whether Celtic can recover from another European setback in time for Sunday's huge meeting with Rangers. Are the league leaders vulnerable, and will Rangers look to seize the moment at Parkhead? The team also discuss David Gray's exit from Hibs, Aberdeen's improved form and the key talking points from a packed Scottish Premiership weekend 02:57 — Celtic's European collapse analysed 09:07 — Rangers sense an opportunity at Parkhead 17:14 — David Gray departs Hibs 22:44 — Aberdeen's resurgence and Easter Road test 24:05 — Premiership preview: St Johnstone, Falkirk and more 26:50 — Kilmarnock v Hearts under the spotlight

Pat Bonner, James McFadden and Tom English assess another poor performance by Celtic as O'Neill's side kick off their Europa League campaign conceding three goals at home.

Should Hibs have stuck with club hero David Gray, or was the board right to act now? Presenter Jonathan Sutherland is joined by Stephen McGowan and former Celtic striker Cillian Sheridan to dissect the first managerial casualty of the Premiership season,. Ahead of a critical European night for Celtic and after a bruising Old Firm defeat, how much pressure is on Martin O'Neill and his players to respond? Are there deeper issues beginning to emerge, or can a big European night provide the reset they need ahead of another huge test against Rangers? 01:48 — Why Hibs ended David Gray's reign 05:00 — Did Gray deserve one more game? 07:39 — Recruitment, results and shared responsibility 10:20 — Are football managers under more pressure than ever? 16:14 — Who should Hibs turn to next? 20:23 — Celtic's response mission begins

Reaction to Sebastian Pocognoli's first Scotland squad? Charlotte Cohen is joined by Michael Grant and Cammy Bell to assess the fresh faces, the return of Oli McBurnie and the areas where Scotland still have questions to answer. Who could seize their chance during a demanding Nations League schedule? We look back on a dramatic night in the Premiership. How did Aberdeen produce such a clinical display against Motherwell? Has Kilmarnock's win at Easter Road eased the pressure on Neil McCann? And what went wrong for Hearts as Falkirk claimed a surprise victory? 03:00 — Pocognoli names his first Scotland squad 04:23 — Scotland's goalkeeper dilemma remains 05:42 — New defenders and a changing back line 09:28 — Oli McBurnie's Scotland return 15:20 — Aberdeen's ruthless win over Motherwell 19:56 — Kilmarnock relief and Hearts shocked by Falkirk

Jonathan Sutherland and the team review Tuesday night's Scottish Premiership action with wins for Aberdeen, Falkirk and Kilmarnock

A new chapter for Scotland begins as Sebastian Pocognoli prepares to name his first squad. Which young stars could force their way into the national team? Could players like Luke Graham, Lennon Miller, Robbie Ure and Kieran Bowie signal a changing of the guard? Rory Loy and Ryan Flynn join Stevie Miller to assess the options across the pitch and discuss whether Scotland's style could evolve under new management. Plus, can Hearts continue their strong form at Falkirk, will Aberdeen build on their League Cup progress, and how much pressure is growing on Kilmarnock ahead of a crucial trip to Easter Road? 01:50 — Pocognoli's First Scotland Squad 04:50 — Fresh Faces Emerging in Midfield 09:15 — Scotland's New Striker Options 14:35 — Wildcards and McBurnie's Return? 16:15 — Hearts Face a Tough Trip to Falkirk 20:00 — Aberdeen, Kilmarnock and Championship Talking Points

Have Rangers finally found their momentum under Derek McInnes after a dominant Old Firm victory over Celtic? Stevie Miller is joined by Kevin Thomson and Cillian Sheridan as they assess a one-sided afternoon at Ibrox, discuss why Celtic were second best across the pitch, and ask whether the result changes the outlook for both clubs. Elsewhere, Aberdeen survive a dramatic penalty shootout against Kilmarnock to book their place at Hampden, Hibs ease past Ross County to relieve pressure on David Gray, and Hearts continue their rise under Wouter Brankens. Plus, who are the favourites to lift the League Cup after the semi-final draw? 04:05 — Rangers overpower Celtic at Ibrox 09:50 — What next for Celtic after Old Firm defeat? 13:35 — Aberdeen survive Kilmarnock shootout drama 18:08 — Pitch invasion debate after Rugby Park scenes 19:27 — Hibs boost hopes with Ross County victory 22:00 — Hearts progress and semi-final predictions

Pat Bonner, Peter Lovenkrands and Tom English assess Rangers' convincing League Cup quarter-final win over Celtic, hearing from Martin O'Neill, Derek McInnes and Callum McGregor.

All the reaction to Saturday’s Scottish League Cup action as Aberdeen and Hibs make it through, plus we look ahead to Rangers v Celtic with the last semi-final place up for grabs.

Ian McCall and Ryan Stevenson assess Hearts' convincing 0-3 win over in-form Stenhousemuir to reach the League Cup semi-finals.

Can Stenhousemuir continue their remarkable rise and pull off one of the biggest shocks of the season against Hearts? Why are Kilmarnock and Aberdeen both under pressure heading into a huge League Cup tie? Is David Gray facing a defining afternoon as Hibs travel to Ross County? And when it comes to the first Old Firm meeting of the campaign, are Rangers finally ready to take the next step under Derek McInnes, or do Celtic still have the match-winners who decide the biggest occasions? Martin Dowden is joined by Scott Allan and Ewan Murray to preview a weekend packed with storylines, jeopardy and knockout football. 03:13 — Can Stenhousemuir Shock Hearts? 09:12 — Pressure Builds at Kilmarnock and Aberdeen 16:10 — How Big Is This for Hibs? 19:05 — Old Firm: Where Will It Be Won? 23:39 — What Does Defeat Mean for Rangers? 25:08 — Predictions: Upsets, Headlines and Heroes

Rangers and Celtic both picked up narrow wins, but what did the performances tell us ahead of a huge Old Firm clash at Ibrox? Can the rest of the Premiership close the gap on Scotland's dominant duo, and are Hearts ready to challenge near the top again? Jonathan Sutherland, Stephen McGowan and Kris Doolan discuss Livingston's decision to part company with Glenn Whelan and bring David Martindale back into the dugout. Was it the right move, and what does it say about the club's expectations this season? Plus, Sebastian Pognoli reveals his Scotland coaching team. What can the new faces bring, and could a younger, more energetic national side be on the horizon? 02:24 — Chris Doolan's Ghost Goal and Great Football Gaffes 07:50 — Rangers and Celtic Find a Way to Win 12:22 — Old Firm Cup Showdown Takes Centre Stage 14:31 — Livingston Pull the Trigger on Whelan 19:18 — Morton's Fight for Survival 22:19 — Scotland's New Coaching Team and Youth Focus

Kenny Macintyre and the team review Rangers 1-0 St Mirren and St Johnstone 0-1 Celtic

Who should start up front for Rangers following Lawrence Shankland's injury? Charlotte Cohen with Rory Loy and Michael Grant assess Derek McInnes' options ahead of a crucial clash with in-form St Mirren and debate whether Kevin Kelsy is ready to lead the line. Can St Mirren continue their impressive start and trouble Rangers at Ibrox? Plus, Celtic head to Perth with questions over their attacking selection, but just how important is Duran becoming to Martin O'Neill's side? And after an encouraging return to the Premiership, can St Johnstone and striker Josh Fowler cause the league leaders any problems? 01:50 - Who leads the line for Rangers? 04:42 - Can Rangers build momentum? 07:57 - Are Rangers genuine title contenders? 10:53 - St Mirren's impressive start 12:51 - Celtic's options without Yang 21:13 - St Johnstone's bright return to the top flight

Livingston have made the first big managerial move of the season, bringing David Martindale back to the dugout. What went wrong for Glenn Whelan, and can Martindale quickly reignite a promotion push? There's also praise for high-flying Stenhousemuir as their remarkable start continues. At Rangers, Lawrence Shankland faces a spell on the sidelines, but who steps up in his absence? Can Kevin Kelsy justify the investment, or will someone else seize the opportunity? Plus, what should Sebastian Pogignoli's Scotland backroom team look like as a new era for the national side begins? 05:13 — Livingston Turn Back to Martindale 10:43 — Stenhousemuir's Remarkable Rise Continues 13:14 — League One and League Two Talking Points 17:02 — Rangers Hit by Shankland Injury Blow 19:52 — Who Fills the Void Up Front for Rangers? 22:08 — Building Scotland's New Coaching Team

Hearts left it late but maintained their excellent start to the season with another three points at Tynecastle, strengthening the belief that Wouter Vrancken's side could once again challenge near the top of the Premiership. Stevie Miller is joined by Cammy Bell and Ryan McGowan to break down Hearts' comeback win over Dundee, assess the growing pressure on Hibs after another defeat, and discuss St Johnstone's impressive return to the top flight. The panel also examines Celtic's hard-fought victory over St Mirren, the impact of Yang's upcoming absence, and why Camilo Duran is already looking like a major success. Plus, Rangers secured another important win but may have lost captain Lawrence Shankland to a significant injury, raising fresh questions about who will provide the goals in the weeks ahead. There's also discussion of Aberdeen's struggles, Kilmarnock's search for stability and whether Scott Bain is forcing his way into Scotland contention.

Sunday saw two Scottish Premiership matches, with wins for Hearts against Dundee and St Johnstone who hosted Hibernian.

After Celtic's win against St Mirren in Saturday night's top of the table clash, we hear from Martin O'Neill and Craig McLeish. With David Currie, Pat Bonner and Rory Loy.