Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan, Findlay Marks and a whole host of guests on The Scottish Football Show podcast every Tuesday, to discuss the biggest, the baddest and the daftest talking points from the wonderful world of Scottish football.
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Auf Wiedersehen, We’re Off To Germany // EURO 2024 Preview
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We’re the famous Tartan Army and we’re off to Germany. The wait is finally over. The bags are packed. The time has come. We’re going to EURO 2024. Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and John Blaesdale warm up for the big one, looking at the changes to the final squad, the fans that are making the journey over and who should start the opening game of the …
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Scotland v Hungary Preview with Abel Meszaros
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In the third of our four special episodes building up to EURO 2024, we turn our attentions to Hungary. They will be the final team lying in the path of qualification from the group stages to the knockout rounds for the first time in Scotland's history. Laura Brannan catches up with Hungarian analyst and reporter Abel Meszaros for the lowdown on the…
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Scotland v Switzerland Preview with Craig King
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In the second of our four EURO 2024 special episodes, we turn our attentions to Switzerland. Arguably our most important game of the group stages, Scotland take on Switzerland in the second round of matches on Wednesday 19 June in Cologne. Reporter Craig King, who has done work for FC Basel, Sky Sports and BBC 5 Live, joins Laura Brannan for a look…
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Germany v Scotland Preview with Archie Rhind-Tutt
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In the first of our four EURO 2024 special episodes, we turn our attentions to Germany. They're not only this summer's hosts but also Scotland's toughest rivals in Group A. Our fixture will open the tournament on Friday, 14 June in Munich. Bundesliga reporter Archie Rhind-Tutt, who is most seen on ESPN, joins Laura Brannan for a look ahead to the h…
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Have you booked your haircut for Germany? Stuart Armstrong is sorted. Lyndon Dykes is sorted. Are we going to have a team of cornrows lining up in our first game? But before all focus turns to EURO 2024 we round up the end of the domestic season. Ross County are safe, Celtic win the Scottish Cup and the ban on plastic pitches looks imminent. And wt…
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Sh*t's getting real... Steve Clarke is naming his Scotland squad ahead of Euro 2024. Tartan Scarf's Gordon Sheach joins us to dissect the players who are likely to feature. Some new jobs have been handed out this week, but do Malky Mackay and Willie Collum's new roles reek of who they know? Sky Sports' Anthony Joseph looks back on Celtic's third ti…
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Celtic put one hand and a pinky on the Scottish Premiership trophy after defeating Rangers 2-1 in the final Old Firm derby of the season. Meanwhile, at the other end of the SPFL, East Kilbride are sitting on a 2-2 draw from their Pyramid play-off first leg against Stranraer. The Kilby boss Mick Kennedy joins us to chat about the big finale next wee…
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It’s awards season but it’s far from a night at the Oscars… why is the PFA awards ceremony not the end of season party? TNT Sports’ Laura Brannan and Sky Sports News’ Andrew Dickson join Andrew Slaven to break down the weird and wonderful Scottish football news including all the winners from the awards night. Falkirk are the Invincibles, Philippe C…
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The integrity of the pyramid play-off system is on the rocks as Buckie Thistle gear up for war with the SPFL and SFA. The Highland League winners have been denied a play-off spot as they don't have the bronze licence needed to enter the league system, but that's absolutely not the end of the matter. Former Press & Journal writer Dave Edwards joins …
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40 Years On With Maurice Malpas: When Roma Cheated Dundee Utd Out Of European Glory
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It's all about league title success for Dundee United right now but this time 40 years ago the focus was all on European football. The Tannadice side could have got to the final of the European Cup if it wasn't for a hugely controversial referee bribery taking place in their semi final second leg away to Roma. In the story that could have been, Uni…
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We may not get an Old Firm title decider in the league but Celtic and Rangers will go head to head in the Scottish Cup final for the first time in 22 years. Laura Brannan and John Blaesdale join host Andrew Slaven for a look back on an incredible semi final between Aberdeen and Celtic and a not-so-dramatic clash between Rangers and Hearts. The Scot…
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Rangers title tilt was trashed by Ross County who, themselves, ended their hoodoo with their first every victory over the Gers. How much does that affect the top and bottom of the Premiership tables? Motherwell’s equaliser against Hibernian meant that neither club made the top six - the result instead confirming Dundee position in the top half of t…
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Drama at the top, drama in the middle and another league title is wrapped up, what a weekend in Scottish football. Rangers and Celtic fought it out in a 3-3 draw to keep the title race hot and spicy, while the top six split was sizzling away nicely ahead of next weekend’s finale. Stenhousemuir clinched their first ever league title and promotion to…
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We’re talking Old Firm and in this case, everyone wins. The away fans are coming back - the SPFL have helped Celtic and Rangers come to an agreement that’ll see the derby return to normal next season. What is going on at Aberdeen? Another week and yet still no manager, why does no one seem to want the job? Andrew is joined by Sky Sports Anthony Jos…
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It’s that time of year when it’s all about the silverware, but we still can’t get away from some classic shithousery at the same time. Airdrie lifted the Challenge Cup, denying the embarrassing prospect of a Welsh team winning a Scottish competition. And both Falkirk and Stenhousemuir could wrap up the League One and Two titles respectively this co…
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Kate Middleton or Aberdeen’s New Boss, Who Will We See First?
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The nation is waiting with bated breathe, the conspiracies are hot on social media and the press are going strangely quiet. But enough about Aberdeen still not appointing a new manager, where is Kate Middleton? Laura Brannan is joined by Findlay Marks and John Blaesdale to asses the latest in the Pittodrie saga and look ahead to the international b…
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Have you seen the two Scotland tops that have been leaked? The home has a not-so-tartan-pattern with yellow flashes down the sides. The away is mint green and purple. Are you hoping they're real or like the team this week, do you wish Adidas would just play is straight? Andrew Slaven is joined by Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks as they dissect the …
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What's the worst prize you've won in a competition? It surely doesn't beat the Arbroath toilet seat... Join Andrew Slaven and Findlay Marks as the pair discuss the latest news and nonsense from the wonderful world of Scottish football. Why was FIFA President Gianni Infantino at St Mirren Park, and did he witness the latest comeback in Premiership h…
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What would you call your club's own beer? St Mirren have brought out The Saints Are Coming but we thought we'd get creative. Andrew Slaven is joined by TNT Sport’s Laura Brannan and Melbourne City’s Findlay Marks as they review the weekend’s biggest stories across the SPFL. Raith Rovers are continuing to defy the odds, pushing favourites Dundee Uni…
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When Life Gives You Clements, Make Clemonade
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The first Scottish Premiership title fight in 14 years is alive and kicking as Rangers move top of the table. Andrew Slaven is joined by TNT Sport’s Laura Brannan and Melbourne City’s Findlay Marks as they review the weekend’s big stories across the SPFL's four divisions. Raith Rovers are keeping the title challenge alive in the Championship, there…
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Criticism of the SPFL has swung around and hit the headlines again after half of the Scottish Premiership clubs expressed their collective concern on how the game is being governed. The independent review is analysed by Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks, along with (arguably more importantly), their own independent review of pancakes, …
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One of the most iconic managers in British football has rocked up at Pittodrie in an attempt to salvage Aberdeen's season. But is Neil Warnock the man for the job? In an interview recorded on the eve of Warnock being officially appointed, we hear from the host of the Red Tinted Glasses podcast, Glen Schreuder, to find out how Dons fans were feeling…
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Are Football Sugar Daddies the future in Scotland? Just ask Hibs, they're on the verge of becoming the first to try it out. Join Andrew Slaven, TNT Sports' Laura Brannan and Sky Sports' Andrew Dickson as they round up the weekend’s news and action. Will Bournemouth owner Bill Foley help Hibs close the gap on Celtic and Rangers? And is David Martind…
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Banish those January blues because the football has finally fully resumed after the winter break. And with that, the gang are back together too. The Scottish Cup Fourth Round brought a much needed tonic for Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks who hail the goal of the round from The Spartans' James Craigan and the dramatic victories for A…
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It’s the final episode before the winter break so the team look back on how the festive fixtures panned out along with what we can expect in 2024. Lawrence Shankland lit up the Edinburgh derby, just how vital is he to Hearts and Scotland in the coming months? There’s talk of Dundee building a new stadium, which is fair to say is necessary but what …
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The festive spirit is strong as we approach Christmas, but not in Scottish football. Derek Adams has put every single one of his players on the naughty list after their stoppage time defeat to Dundee. And his post match comments weren’t the only ones raising eyebrows this week. A lump of coal is firmly on it’s way to Barry Robson as well after some…
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James' (and John McGinn's) Giant Peach
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We talk arses and baws this week. James Berry and John McGinn's big peachy arses to be exact. And Declan Gallagher's baws after he modelled them for Dundee United's stocking filling photoshoot. It's also League Cup Final weekend as Rangers take on Aberdeen at Hampden on Sunday. Gary Scott from ABZ Football Podcast joins Findlay Marks to size up the…
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Scotland will open Euro 2024 against the hosts Germany. Nae bother. We’ve also drawn Hungary and Switzerland. Is this a group to look forward to? Join Andrew Slaven, Melbourne City FC's Findlay Marks & Tartan Army foot soldier John Bleasdale as they assess Steve Clarke’s side's chances of making history and progressing out of the group stages, as w…
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After seven years at Gayfield Park, Dick Campbell has stepped down from his role as Arbroath manager. As one of the more colourful characters in our game, it's news that will disappoint not just The Red Lichties, but fans of Scottish football in general. How long will it be long before we see him return to the game, if at all? Buckie Thistle are se…
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Started With A Fanny, Ended With A Porno
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It’s the final week of the most incredible qualification campaign, can Scotland bow out on a high against Georgia and Norway? Tartan Scarf’s Gordon Sheach joins Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan for the build up to another Scotland double header. Meanwhile, Kilmarnock look set to bin their plastic pitch, Aberdeen are up in arms over th…
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After the incredible display by Rangers away in Dundee, pyro has been a hotly debated topic again across our game. While most of the coverage has been incendiary (no pun intended), we wanted to try to move the conversation forward and look at whether safe pyro can ever be introduced in Scotland, so Andrew Slaven and Laura Brannan caught up with Tom…
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There could be a dramatic change ahead for Scottish football. The rules around dual ownership of clubs could be relaxed, which might see some sides snapped up by the likes of Red Bull and City Group in the future. Laura Brannan, Findlay Marks and Andrew Dickson look at whether this injection of cash would benefit our game or if it’s too raw and hon…
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It’s one year since VAR was introduced to Scottish football, have you enjoyed the journey so far? Join Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan as they catch up with former referee Des Roache from Get Involved Referee! Podcast again to assess how smooth he thinks the process has been. There’s trouble in Paradise as tensions rise between Celti…
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We've done it… Scotland's place at Euro 2024 is now secured and we can all finally get on with planning a mad wan tae Germany next summer. Join Findlay Marks, Laura Brannan and Alba\Matter’s Andy Laing for a comprehensive look at the international break. And with the news that Philippe Clement is the new man in the Ibrox hotseat, we're joined by Sc…
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It’s international week and Scotland are off to sunny Spain in search of at least one point that will clinch them qualification to Euro 2024. But who will replace Keiran Tierney? Would you take Lyndon Dykes in goal? And is John McGinn and Scott McTominay’s last minute goals this week a good omen? Meanwhile, Duncan Ferguson’s been dripping in Dream …
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There were a few ‘mares over the weekend. Aberdeen’s 3-1 win at Ibrox proved to be the final nail in the coffin for Michael Beale who will now be replaced by Steven Davis in the dugout. The host broadcaster chose not to televise any game… which is a shame considering there were a couple of classics in there. And the SPFL’s League Cup semi final tic…
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A week of firsts in the SPFL; a first win of the Premiership season for Aberdeen, a maiden home victory for Nick Montgomery in his second game charge of Hibs, and record-breaking first appearances for a couple of young Hibs & St Johnstone players. It's not all plain sailing however in the top flight. Three wins in a week for Rangers but many fans a…
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Calling at Depression Parkway & Misery Central
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The European group stages get underway this week but some of the team are giving off negative vibes… or are they just being realistic? Join Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan for the latest round up of the weird and wonderful stories across Scottish football. We have a very special guest this week as St Mirren boss Stephen Robinson join…
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Substantial Meals For Scotland's Party Bus
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Scotland, officially one of the best teams in Europe right now, are a bawhair away from clinching qualification to EURO 2024. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and John Blaesdale for more feel-good international chat as we enjoy the 3-0 win over Cyprus and look ahead to the clash with England. How good is Scott McTominay, how strong is our squad, h…
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It’s the international break and it’s a huge one for Scotland. We could actually qualify for Euro 2024 if results go our way… not that we’re getting carried away or anything. We look ahead to the qualifier against Cyprus and the 150th anniversary friendly match against England with Gordon Sheach from The Tartan Scarf. We also look back on the weeke…
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Well that didn't take long, did it? The first managerial casualty of the season has happened with the much maligned Lee Johnson being axed by Hibs after just three games of the league season. Matty Fairnie of the Longbangers podcast joins the show to review his tenure at Easter Road. With only a handful of days left before the transfer window close…
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Kilmarnock continue their blistering start to the new season with the scalp of Celtic in the Viaplay Cup, but is it just a blip from Brendan Rodgers' side or is there cause for concern for the season ahead? St Johnstone fans may be delighted for a weekend off after a disastrous start to their campaign, but is Steven MacLean on a hiding to nothing t…
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Lee Johnson is back with the iconic soundbites this week, but are they enough to inspire his side on the European stage? Hibs go to Switzerland ahead in their Conference League tie while Hearts host their return leg against Rosenborg at Tynecastle. Rangers are also in midweek action, playing for a Champions League play off spot against Servette. An…
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There’s a new young team on the scene and they’re already taking the SPFL by storm. Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks catch up with The Spartan’s Kenny Cameron who leads the youth group who go by the name North Ultras. Meanwhile, Raith Rovers’ historian John Greer joins the team to give some more depth and insight into the crazy shipwr…
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The team are back for the 2023/24 season, previewing what lies ahead in Scottish football. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks as they look back on some huge stories from the off season, including Scotland’s incredible double header, Hibs’ European shocker in Andorra and what reaction Brendan Rodgers’ return has received. They also …
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The campaign is coming to a close but the drama never ends. Join us for one last episode of the 2022/23 season. Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan look back on the incredible Premiership playoff final where Ross County pulled off the mother of all comebacks. Staggies striker Jordan White joins us on the show to reflect on the match that…
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We look ahead to the final weekend of the season as Celtic and Inverness Caledonian Thistle battle it out for the Scottish Cup and Ross County go head to head with Partick Thistle for a place in the Premiership. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks for the penultimate episode of the 2022/23 season. The Scotland squad is announced ahe…
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Take a trip down memory lane on the 20 year anniversary of Celtic going on an incredible UEFA Cup run to the final in Seville. Despite ultimately falling at the final hurdle, Celtic fans still hold the campaign close to their heart, including Sean McDonald, the man behind the hugely popular Blethered podcast. Laura Brannan caught up with the broadc…
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A big decision is looming for Scottish football as clubs will soon vote on the proposed new Conference League and addition of B teams at tier five. With Aberdeen turning down the chance to submit a Colts team, Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Andy Bargh look at the impact this story could have on our game. It’s also award season, as Celtic tidy up …
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