Scottish Football Podcast

Episodios

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  Can Scotland Shock the Swiss at Hampden? 29.09.2026 26m

  Sebastian Pocognoli gets his first home game as Scotland head coach, but can his side rise to the challenge against a talented Switzerland team? David Currie is joined by Swiss football enthusiast Paddy Gunn and analyst John Walker to assess the threat posed by the visitors and examine where Scotland might find an edge.Is pressing high the key? Should Oli McBurnie lead the line? How important could Billy Gilmour be in unlocking the Swiss midfield? And with Hampden set for a big occasion, can Scotland produce a result against one of Europe's most consistent international sides?00:03:03 — Why Switzerland Are Taking Scotland Seriously00:05:15 — Just How Good Are the Swiss?00:09:09 — Scotland's Tactical Plan Explained00:12:16 — Does McBurnie Have to Start?00:15:56 — Life Without Granit Xhaka00:25:09 — Predictions for Hampden
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  Pocognoli v Steve Clarke - what has actually changed for Scotland? 28.09.2026 26m

  A goalless draw in Slovenia marked the beginning of Sebastian Pocognoli's reign as Scotland head coach, but what did we learn from the first glimpse of his new-look side?Jane Lewis is joined by Mark Atkinson to assess the positives, the problems and the potential. Was Scotland's more aggressive approach a sign of things to come? How impressive were debutants Robbie Ure and Stephen Welsh? Why did Billy Gilmour emerge as the standout performer and would a fully fit Scot McTominay walk straight back into the starting line-up?And with World Cup quarter-finalists Switzerland heading to Hampden, can Scotland take the next step in this new era or will a tougher test expose areas still needing work?00:01:20 — First impressions of the Pocognoli era 00:07:58 — Billy Gilmour takes centre stage 00:09:52 — The McTominay selection dilemma 00:12:23 — New faces: Robbie Ure and Stephen Welsh 00:16:11 — McBurney's Scotland return under the spotlight 00:18:54 — Switzerland arrive for Pocognoli's Hampden debut
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  Sportsound: What challenges will Switzerland pose Scotland in the Nations League? 27.09.2026 57m

  Richard Gordon is joined by Callum Davidson, Michael Stewart, Willie Miller and Ramon Vega to preview Scotland v Switzerland, plus we learn more about Hibs' new manager
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  Sportsound : Reaction to Scotland's goalless draw against Slovenia in their opening Nations League match 26.09.2026 37m

  Andy Halliday, Pat Nevin and Tom English assess positive signs in Pocognoli's first Scotland match despite failing to convert their chances away to Slovenia in the Nations League.
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  Bonus preview of Slovenia v Scotland with former internationals James McFadden and Pat Nevin 25.09.2026 31m

  Bonus preview of Slovenia v Scotland, presented by Alasdair Lamont with former internationals James McFadden, Pat Nevin and commentator Liam McLeod.
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  How can Pocognoli create a new era for Scotland? 25.09.2026 26m

  A new manager, a new-look squad and a fresh sense of optimism. As Scotland prepare for their Nations League opener in Slovenia, Andy Burke is joined by Scott Allan and John Walker to discuss what supporters can expect from the first match under Sebastian Pocognoli.Can Scotland successfully switch to a more attacking style? Which players are best suited to the new approach? And how quickly can those ideas take shape on the international stage?Plus, the team assess Hibs' appointment of Marink Reedijk , what his coaching record tells us, and whether the Easter Road side have found the manager to kickstart a new chapter.02:03 — What will Pocignoli's Scotland look like?05:14 — Do Scotland have the players for a new style?08:49 — How long will Scotland need to adapt?09:47 — Is Slovenia the ideal first test?13:11 — Do modern managers still need time?18:05 — Hibs' new era under Marink Reedijk
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  Oli McBurnie: “I’m here to change the story” 24.09.2026 17m

  After five years away, Oli McBurnie is back in the Scotland squad and determined to make his second chance count. He tells Tom English why the recall meant so much to his family and reflects on missing out under Steve Clarke. How has fatherhood changed him on and off the pitch? What really happened in the old video that fuelled claims he did not want to represent Scotland?McBurnie also discusses the insecurities behind his younger self, the lessons he learned while playing in Spain and why scoring his first international goal would mean everything.00:37 — Tattoos, Scarface and life beyond football01:29 — The long road back to Scotland03:39 — Missing out and answering the critics06:55 — Chasing that first Scotland goal08:13 — How McBurnie has changed11:14 — The video, the truth and a fresh start
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  Hibs Hunt a Manager, Scotland Starts Afresh 24.09.2026 30m

  A new Scotland chapter is about to begin. What can fans expect from Sebastian Pocognoli's first squad and a Nations League campaign packed into 11 days? With seven uncapped players involved, how quickly can Scotland adapt to a fresh style while still delivering results?Andy Burke joined by Gordon Waddell and Rory Loy discuss Ollie McBurnie's return after five years away and whether he can make the most of his second chance.Plus, who is leading the race to become the next Hibs manager, and what sort of football should Easter Road supporters expect?And after Celtic revealed a £6.6m pre-tax loss, what do the figures really say about the club's direction on and off the pitch?01:51 — Scotland's Pocognoli era begins 04:36 — New faces, new ideas 08:42 — McBurnie back in from the cold 10:52 — Who benefits from Scotland's injury crisis? 13:27 — Hibs start the hunt for a new boss 16:41 — Is Stephen Bradley the answer? 19:57 — Inside Celtic's £6.6m loss 23:14 — Why supporters remain frustrated 26:16 — Martin O'Neill weighing up his future 28:58 — What's next for Celtic?
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  Fight for each other and defend like brothers - Pocognoli's Scotland blueprint 23.09.2026 10m

  With new faces in the squad and four games demanding careful planning, how quickly can Pocognoli shape his Scotland side? He explains why consistency and connections matter, how he hopes to balance attractive football with qualification, and why his players must attack together and “defend like brothers”.Could tactical flexibility provide the answer? Pocognoli also discusses the importance of a positive opening result against Slovenia, opportunities for the uncapped players and the excitement surrounding his first home match.Plus we hear what advice Steve Clarke passed on in his handover telephone call.00:12 — Four games and a race to build connections01:14 — Balancing ambition with qualification02:25 — Nerves, excitement and responsibility02:55 — “Attack together, defend like brothers”03:58 — Tactical flexibility and the opening test:06:57 — Advice from Steve and a new generation
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  Who can stop Stenny? It's the lower league round up 23.09.2026 25m

  Can anyone catch Stenhousemuir after their remarkable start to the Championship season? Martin Dowden is joined by Ryan Flynn and Conor Sammon to discuss Marvin Bartley's league leaders, their defensive resilience and whether a promotion push is genuinely on the cards.How are Raith Rovers building momentum, and can Dunfermline turn strong defensive displays into a title challenge? The panel also examines Morton's struggles, Ross County's impressive response to relegation and Hamilton's credentials as genuine contenders.Plus, what's gone wrong for Queen of the South, and are Clyde and Stranraer already pulling clear in League Two?02:43 — Flynn on Arbroath's season so far03:47 — Why Stenhousemuir are setting the pace13:16 — Raith Rovers finding consistency14:41 — Dunfermline's promotion hopes17:25 — Ross County and Hamilton lead League One21:55 — Clyde, Stranraer and the League Two picture
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  Celtic's Collapse: Manager Problem or Club Problem? 22.09.2026 26m

  Three defeats in a row, two derby losses and growing uncertainty around Martin O'Neill. So where has it gone wrong for Celtic? Is the manager running out of answers, or are recruitment failures and structural problems at the club now impossible to ignore?Andy Burke is joined by Tino Callaghan and Stephen McGowan to assess Celtic's dramatic downturn in form, question the summer transfer business, and debate whether O'Neill can still turn things around.And after comments suggesting serious soul-searching ahead, could the Celtic manager be considering his future?00:02:14 — Crisis at Celtic: More Than Just the Manager? 00:03:21 — From Flying Start to Sudden Collapse 00:05:51 — The Martin O'Neill Effect Wearing Off? 00:10:15 — Have Celtic's New Signings Delivered? 00:13:16 — Recruitment, Structure and Who Takes Responsibility? 00:19:05 — Will Martin O'Neill Walk Away?
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  Sportsound: Belief is back for Rangers after another win over Celtic 20.09.2026 1h 8m

  Richard Gordon, Tom English, Pat Bonner, Peter Lovenkrands, Scott Brown and Andy Halliday review Celtic 0-1 Rangers in the Scottish Premiership, plus we hear from fans of both sides
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  Sportsound : Reaction to Saturday's Scottish football drama plus previewing Sunday's huge clash at Celtic Park 19.09.2026 53m

  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.
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  Can Celtic bounce back for the Rangers game on Sunday? It's the SPFL weekend preview 18.09.2026 29m

  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 weekend02:57 — Celtic's European collapse analysed09:07 — Rangers sense an opportunity at Parkhead17:14 — David Gray departs Hibs22:44 — Aberdeen's resurgence and Easter Road test24:05 — Premiership preview: St Johnstone, Falkirk and more26:50 — Kilmarnock v Hearts under the spotlight
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  Can Celtic bounce back for the Glasgow Derby? It's the SPFL weekend preview 18.09.2026 29m

  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 weekend02:57 — Celtic's European collapse analysed09:07 — Rangers sense an opportunity at Parkhead17:14 — David Gray departs Hibs22:44 — Aberdeen's resurgence and Easter Road test24:05 — Premiership preview: St Johnstone, Falkirk and more26:50 — Kilmarnock v Hearts under the spotlight
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  Sportsound : Celtic's woes continue as O'Neill's side suffer defeat in their opening Europa League match 17.09.2026 39m

  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.
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  Hibs Pull the Trigger as Celtic Need a Response 17.09.2026 30m

  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
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  Pocognoli's first squad and a night of SPFL coupon busters 16.09.2026 25m

  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
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  Sportsound: Reaction to wins for Aberdeen and Falkirk as the pressure continues to mount on David Gray 15.09.2026 1h 4m

  Jonathan Sutherland and the team review Tuesday night's Scottish Premiership action with wins for Aberdeen, Falkirk and Kilmarnock
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  Scotland's New Era Begins: Who will make Pocognoli's First Squad? 15.09.2026 24m

  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 Squad04:50 — Fresh Faces Emerging in Midfield09:15 — Scotland's New Striker Options14:35 — Wildcards and McBurnie's Return?16:15 — Hearts Face a Tough Trip to Falkirk20:00 — Aberdeen, Kilmarnock and Championship Talking Points