By Dale Eaton “Even though I’m aware of the risks I’m still going to do it until my legs give up completely” stated East Fife winger Danny Denholm. A study released in the New England Journal of Medicine found that: “mortality … Continue reading A Scottish footballer’s view on dementia risks
By Campbell Finlayson Auchinleck Talbot manager Tommy Sloan says they will ‘look forward’ to the next round of the West of Scotland Cup, following their first-round victory on Saturday. The Ayrshire side were 4-0 winners over Forth Wanderers as a … Continue reading Sloan looking forward to Kilwinning clash after first round victory
By Ben MacDonald and Campbell Finlayson Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson would be a huge loss if he were to depart the club to join one of the Edinburgh sides, according to Andy Ross. The Northern Irishman has been heavily linked with the vacant Hearts post, as well as the same position at their city neighbours’ Hibs, following the departures of Craig Levein and Paul Heckingbottom respectively, earlier this week. Ross, host of the MFC Podcast , believes that the ‘Well boss would be a huge loss to the Lanarkshire club were he to take over at either of the capital … Continue reading Fans hope Stephen Robinson will remain at the ‘Well
There are many concerns over Brexit but what impact will it have on Scottish football and clubs ability to sign young players from Europe? As it stands, Scottish clubs are free to sign players from Europe, however post-Brexit clubs will … Continue reading Brexit Forces Scottish Football To Think Outside Box
By Ben Kearney Those final moments in the Parc des Princes that saw the women’s national team crash out of the FIFA World Cup after being three goals up, the after-match debrief that turned into a national scandal. It’s certainly … Continue reading Shelley Kerr: A champion for our game
By Joe James Scotland’s Robert Snodgrass has today announced his international retirement after 28 caps over the span of seven years. The 32-year-old took to Instagram to post a heartfelt message, calling time on his duties with Scotland and thanking supporters for giving him the opportunity ‘to live my childhood dream.’ ‘There’s been many highs throughout my international career which I’ll always remember with fondness, including my debut against Northern Ireland, winning two international player of the year awards, and my hat-trick in Malta.’ The attacking midfielder, who scored seven goals in a Scotland shirt, feels that following Scotland’s resounding … Continue reading Snodgrass thanks ‘special’ Scotland supporters following international retirement announcement
By Marc Birch Angelo Alessio’s Kilmarnock travel to Celtic Park for the first time this season. After a difficult start to the season for the Italian, his side now boast an impressive two wins in a row and head to … Continue reading Alessio’s Confident Killie
Edited by Cameron Middleton with reports from, Jack Currie, Sarah Peddie, Sandrine Wyrich. The latest sports news headlines from across the UK with George Connolly. Transfer window analysis provided by Ronan Alexander and Kris Smith. Continue reading UWS Sports News: Transfer Window Special 2019
By Jacob Toland Chelsea sealed their place in the Carabao Cup final last night by defeating Tottenham Hotspur 4-2 on penalties after the two-legged affair finished 2-2. Maurizio Sarri hopes Chelsea have overcome their motivational issues after advancing to the Carabao Cup final at the expense of Tottenham. Sarri criticised his players’ poor performance at Arsenal and singled out Eden Hazard as “not a leader” on the eve of the semi-final second leg with Spurs at Stamford Bridge. Gonzalo Higuain was introduced to the Stamford Bridge crowd before the start of the game. The Argentine striker joined on loan from Juventus after … Continue reading Chelsea beat Tottenham 5-4 on penalties
By Marc Birch and Lewis Walker Kilmarnock Football Club have enjoyed a successful start to the 2018/19 Scottish Premiership season. Leading them to an unexpected title challenge, in the current campaign. However, with winger Jordan Jones signing a pre-contract agreement with Rangers to join them at the end of the season, and man in form Greg Stewart being recalled from his loan spell by parent club Birmingham, will Killie be able to keep their impressive form going. Reporter Marc Birch has more. Continue reading Kilmarnock FC 2018/19 season so far
