Scottish Football Podcast
The latest talking points in the national game with the BBC Scottish Football Podcast. Breaking news, views and analysis.
Episodes
Sportsound: Dundee derby, Scotland, Serie A and the Fringe
Sunday Sportsound has all the reaction to the Dundee derby, the latest on the new Scotland manager, a look at the Scots playing in Italy, and a trip to the Edinburgh Fringe.
Sportsound: Reaction as Dundee claim the spoils in the derby
All the reaction to Saturday's football action and we discuss the upcoming Scotland squad
Dundee Derby bragging rights and which Scots will survive in Europe?
A dramatic night in Europe leaves plenty to discuss as the Scottish Football Podcast looks ahead to a huge weekend.We preview a fascinating Dundee Derby as Steven Pressley's impressive Dundee side prepare to face Jim Goodwin's Dundee United.In Europe can Rangers and Hibs finish the job in their Conference League play-offs? Are Hearts still capable of upsetting Rapid Vienna? And what can Motherwell
Sportsound : Reaction to a mixed night in the Conference League play-offs
Steven Thompson and Andy Halliday assess the chances of the four Premiership sides vying to reach the Conference League following the first leg of their play-off.
Who Makes It Through? Big Calls on Rangers, Hearts, Hibs and Motherwell
t's a huge night for Scottish football as Rangers, Hearts, Hibs and Motherwell all aim to take a step closer to the Conference League league phase.Can Rangers build on their first win under Derek McInnes? Will Hearts fare better against Austrian opposition this time around? Do Hibs have what it takes to overcome Belgian side Gent and keep their European run going? And can Motherwell pull off a maj
Sportsound: Reaction as Celtic take a giant step towards the Champions League
Kenny Macintyre, Tom English, Pat Bonner and Scott Brown review Celtic 3-0 LASK
LASK Warning: Why Celtic Can't Afford Another Champions League slip up
It's Champions League qualifying time for Celtic and the stakes could hardly be higher. Can Martin O'Neill's side finally put recent play-off disappointments behind them and get past Austrian champions LASK?Is the tie really about £40 million, or is European prestige the bigger prize? David Currie is joined by Cillian Sheridan and Stephen McGowan to assess Celtic's start to the season, debate whet
Championship Movers And Shakers and Scotland's New Direction
The dust has settled on the appointment of Sébastien Pocognoli, but what can Scotland fans realistically expect from the new national team boss? Can a more attacking style be implemented quickly, and which players could benefit most from a fresh start?Andy Burke, Ryan Flynn and Craig Telfer assess the opportunities and risks facing the new manager, while also looking at the wider reset across the
Sébastien Pocognoli - Young, bold and untested
A surprise appointment, a promise of front-foot football and only weeks to make it work. Is Scotland’s new era arriving at exactly the right time?Can a 39-year-old with just 107 games in management bring front-foot, high-intensity football to the national team? Should he stick with the core built by Steve Clarke, or give younger players their chance? And with Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedo
We're on the march with Pocognoli
What should we make of Sebsatien Pocognoli's appointment as the new Scotland manager? What sort of task faces him as we target Euro 2028?
Will we see a new identity on the park under the Belgian?And the League Cup draw throws up a quarter-final Old Firm as Rangers are drawn at home to Celtic along with Stenhousemuir v Heart of Midlothian, Ross County v Hibernian, Kilmarnock v Aberdeen.With Charlot
Sportsound: New Scotland manager confirmed and League Cup reaction
Sebastien Pocognoli is confirmed as Scotland men's new head coach, plus reaction to Sunday's Scottish League Cup ties, and the quarter-final draw which includes an Old Firm derby.
Sportsound: Reaction as Aberdeen, Celtic and Ross County reach the next round of the League Cup
The Sportsound team review all of Saturday's League Cup action with wins for Aberdeen, Celtic and Ross County
Sportsound: Reaction as Kilmarnock come from behind twice to beat Ayr United in a League Cup classic
David Currie, Rory Loy and Ian McCall review Kilmarnock 3-2 Ayr United in the League Cup
It's the Scottish League Cup weekend preview
Charlotte Cohen is joined by former striker Conor Sammon and football writer Stephen McGowan to preview a fascinating League Cup weekend. Can unbeaten Ayr United heap more pressure on Kilmarnock in the Ayrshire Derby? Will Dundee repeat last weekend's impressive win over Aberdeen, or can the Dons respond?How do Dundee United contain a Celtic side boosted by a raft of new signings? And after anothe
Sportsound : Rangers fail to reach Europa League after poor performance but joy for Hibs and Motherwell
Reaction to a big night in Europe as Rangers boss Derek McInnes admits his side may not yet be ready for it. Plus joy for Hibs and Motherwell in the Conference League
European Thursday: Rangers' Rescue Mission, Hearts' Mountain, Hibs' Heat Test and Motherwell Confidence
Another massive night in Europe for Scotland's clubs. Can Rangers overturn their first-leg deficit and give Derek McInnes a much-needed boost? Is there any chance of a Tynecastle miracle against Benfica, or is Hearts' focus already shifting to the next challenge?And can Hibs handle the North Macedonian heat and protect their slender advantage, can Motherwell continue their impressive start to the
John McGinn - do we take him for granted?
As John McGinn prepares to captain Aston Villa on one of European football's biggest stages, the Scottish Football Podcast pays tribute to one of Scotland's modern greats.How did a youngster from St Mirren become a Europa League winner, Premier League captain and Scotland talisman? What makes him such a unique teammate, opponent and leader? Former Hibs midfielder Scott Allan shares first-hand insi
Elvis Lives: Dundee Dream, Rangers Pressure & Hearts cash in
Elvis most definitely lives. A year after facing intense criticism, Steven Pressley has Dundee playing with confidence and belief. What's behind their impressive start and can they handle rising expectations?At Rangers, the board has publicly backed Derek McInnes after another frustrating result, but is patience really possible when they're already chasing Celtic?And at Hearts, the sale of Alex Ky
Hearts Hit Back, Celtic Hit Five, Rangers Hit Trouble
Kasper Hogh kickstarts his Celtic career as they trounce Kilmarnock on Rugby Park’s newly laid park. How impressive was he alongside fellow summer signing Camilo Duran?Just a couple of hours later Rangers fell behind to Hibs, found an equaliser, and were then undone by a late winner for the visitors as Derek McInnes continues the search for his first win in his dream jobs. Is there now real cause
Sportsound: Celtic, Hearts and Hibs celebrate league wins
A huge afternoon in the Premiership saw wins for Celtic against Kilmarnock, Hearts against Dundee Utd and Hibernian against Rangers, with a draw between Motherwell and Falkirk.
Sportsound : Debating what needs to change in Scottish football with vital summit due soon plus reaction to Saturday's matches
The Sportsound pundits debate what changes need to be made for the betterment of Scottish football. Plus post-match reaction to wins for Dundee and St Mirren.
European reaction and big predictions ahead of a massive Scottish football weekend.
Charlotte Cohen is joined by Scott Allan and Cammy Kerr to look ahead to a huge weekend of Scottish football.After another busy night in Europe, can Rangers bounce back from a disappointing display and respond against Hibs? Are Hearts already under pressure as Dundee United head to Tynecastle?Who will come out on top in a potentially crucial Battle of the Saints between St Mirren and St Johnstone?
Sportsound: Mixed results for Scottish teams in Europe
We look back on a night of mixed results for Scottish teams in European action with losses for Rangers and Hearts, a draw for Motherwell and victory for Hibernian.
Polish Test for Rangers, Portuguese Giants Await Hearts
It's a huge night in Europe for Scottish football. Can Rangers bounce back from a frustrating league opener and take a positive result from Poland against Jagiellonia Białystok? How important could Nico Raskin be if he stays, and what does Rangers' transfer business still need before the window closes?Just how difficult is Hearts' trip to Benfica? Are concerns over their start to the season justif
Conference League Crunch Time for Motherwell and Hibs
Motherwell and Hibs are back in Conference League qualifying action, but who is best placed to reach the next round?The team assess Motherwell's trip to face HJK Helsinki and ask whether Alfred Johansson's side can continue their impressive start to the season. Are the Steelmen now playing with a belief and authority rarely seen from Scottish clubs in Europe?Meanwhile, Hibs welcome Shkendija to Ea
Are Celtic ready for Europe? Dundee's promise and European pitfalls
Matchday one is in the books, but what did we really learn from the SPFL's opening weekend? David CurrIE is joined by Rory Loy and Stephen McGowan to assess Celtic's win over Dundee and ask whether Martin O'Neill's side are truly ready for a crucial Champions League play-off.Did Dundee show enough to suggest Steven Pressley should be more ambitious this season? Why are Celtic fans still frustrated
Sportsound: Reaction as Celtic kick-off their title defence with a narrow win over Dundee
Kenny Macintyre, Tom English, Scott Brown and Rory Loy review Celtic 1-0 Dundee in the Scottish Premiership
The Premiership returns with chaos, comebacks and controversy.
The Scottish Premiership is back and the opening weekend delivered drama from start to finish. Craig Telfer is joined by Kevin Thomson and Cillian Sheridan to break down all the biggest talking points. Aberdeen snatch victory against Hearts with two late goals, Kevin Nisbet's remarkable scoring run continues, and Dundee United impress as they hold Rangers on Derek McInnes' league debut. The panel
Sportsound: St Johnstone and Motherwell start league campaing with wins
The opening weekend of the Scottish Premiership continued on Sunday with St Johnstone beating Kilmarnock in a seven-goal thriller and Motherwell winning at Easter Road.
Sportsound : Late drama at Pittodrie in the Scottish Premiership's opening weekend
Ryan Stevenson, Andy Halliday,Willie Miller and Michael Stewart assess Saturday's action on the opening weekend of the Premiership as Aberdeen stun Hearts .
Sportsound : A share of the spoils at Tannadice as the Premiership returns
Steven Thompson and Andy Halliday asses both Rangers and Dundee Utd following their draw at Tannadice in Derek McInnes' first competitive match as Rangers manager.
The Scottish Premiership is back! Full preview of the first round of fixtures.
Full Premiership full preview - kicking off with tonight's game between new look Rangers and Dundee Utd. Who has been the signing of the transfer window, so far? Are Hearts fans hurting at the moment and Ray asks Conor and Kris - just how big is the step up from the top of the Championship to the Premiership? And have champions Celtic done enough to prepare for the season ahead?
Sportsound: Hibs and Motherwell progress in Europe
All the reaction after Motherwell and Hibernian both progress in the Uefa Conference League qualifiers. With David Currie, Tom English, Scott Allan and Rory Loy.
Can Hibs and Motherwell Get the Job Done?
It's a huge night in Europe for Hibernian and Motherwell. Charlotte Cohen is joined by Hibs Women's head coach Joelle Murray and Herald football writer Stephen McGowan to preview two pivotal Conference League qualifiers. Hibs return to Easter Road needing to overturn a two-goal deficit after a disappointing first leg against Malisheva, with questions growing around David Gray's side and their Euro
How Will Scotland's Premiership Teams Play This Season?
What will Scottish Premiership football look like this season? David Currie is joined by coach and analyst John Walker and former midfielder Scott Allan for a tactical deep dive into the campaigns ahead. From Hearts' ambitious "organised chaos" under Wouter Vrancken to Celtic's attempts to replace Daizen Maeda's relentless pressing, the panel examine the biggest strategic shifts across the league.
Sportsound: Hearts crash out of the Champions League qualifiers
Ryan Stevenson and Tom English discuss Hearts' prospects with Wouter Vrancken's side dropping into the Europa League 3rd qualifying round after their 6-0 aggregate defeat.
Can Hearts Produce a Tynecastle Miracle?
Hearts return to Tynecastle facing a huge challenge after last week's 4-0 defeat away to Sturm Graz. With their Champions League hopes hanging by a thread, can Wouter Vrancken's side produce a famous European comeback or at least restore confidence ahead of the Premiership campaign? Andrew Petrie is joined by Hearts Standard editor Joel Sked to analyse exactly where things went wrong in Austria, f
League Cup Shocks, Celtic Movement and St Johnstone Concerns
The League Cup group stage is complete and the knockout ties are set, but not without plenty of drama along the way. Charlotte Cohen is joined by former Dundee and Ross County manager Tony Docherty and Arbroath midfielder Ryan Flynn to analyse Dunfermline's impressive progress under Neil Lennon, St Johnstone's shock exit after defeat to East Fife and what it means for the newly-promoted side headi
Sportsound : Reaction to the League Cup last 16 draw as Dunfermline beat holders St Mirren to reach the knockout rounds.
Ian McCall and Steven Thompson debate some interesting ties in the Scottish Cup last 16, plus reaction as Dunfermline defeat holders St Mirren to reach the knockout stage.
Sportsound: Saturday's Scottish League Cup and new season lookahead
Reaction to Saturday's Scottish League Cup matches plus we get the fans involved as the new SPFL season looms, with David Curie, Scott Brown, Andy Halliday and Tom English.
It's the weeknd SPFL preview!
Looking ahead to the weekend fixtures. With Ray Bradshaw, Scott Allan and Andy Halliday.
How Scotland made it to World Cup 2026
After 28 years, Scotland are back in the World Cup finals, with manager Steve Clarke guiding the national team through qualification and the most dramatic climax at Hampden Park.
Scott McTominay: Our Brother of Naples
Scott McTominay left a struggling Man United to become Serie A’s Most Valuable Player, win the Scudetto for Napoli and be nominated for the Ballon D’Or - all in one year. Was he this good all along? Is he finally getting the respect he always deserved?
This episode of Football Daily, hosted by football writer and Copa 90 presenter Eugene Noble, goes right back to the start of Scott’s incredible
