Why Scotland's 2026 World Cup Hopes Hinge on Haiti Opener
Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998 pits them against Haiti, Morocco and Brazil. Veteran stars McTominay and Robertson key to group stage hopes.
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Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998 pits them against Haiti, Morocco and Brazil. Veteran stars McTominay and Robertson key to group stage hopes.
Angers want to keep Ligue 1 coach Alexandre Dujeux, under contract for two years, but admit their springboard status amid Nice and Auxerre links.
Falkirk have completed the signing of 18-year-old winger Paul McGovern from Glenavon on a three-year contract, beating interest from English and Scottish clubs.
Dick Advocaat returns to Scotland with Curaçao for a friendly, recalling Rangers glory, as they prep for a historic World Cup debut vs Germany on June 14.
Arsenal face PSG in the Champions League final in Budapest, while Brighton and Manchester City contest the Women's FA Cup final at Wembley.
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Nasser Hussain criticises England's team selection after resting Linsey Smith in T20 opener loss to India, warning it disrupts World Cup preparation.
McGrath expects protests to escalate after tennis balls with Palestine flags halted Ireland's Qatar friendly; Israel games loom Sept. 27 & Oct. 4.
Tottenham close to free transfer of defender Marcos Senesi from Bournemouth, hopeful for Andy Robertson after Liverpool exit, while Mathys Tel wants to stay.
Tottenham are closing in on free transfers for Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson, as CEO Venkatesham admits squad lacks balance and leadership.
Ligue 1 could break its record for most coaching changes in an 18-team offseason as Toulouse, Lille, and Lorient lead a turbulent summer of managerial turnover.
England's top order crumbles as both openers fall cheaply in chase of 189 against India in the first T20I at Chelmsford, leaving the hosts in early trouble.
Following 47 arrests from two matches, Police Scotland's chief says fan violence is 'shrugged off' and urges the SFA and SPFL to impose fan bans.
Harry Souttar's bid to overcome a torn Achilles for Australia's World Cup 2026 echoes his 2022 ACL return and Tony Popovic's 2005 heroics.
Bevan French faces a late fitness test for Wigan in the Challenge Cup final after 3 months out. Hull KR’s Jai Whitbread is absent for the birth of his child.
Tottenham are closing in on signing Liverpool's Andy Robertson on a free transfer, per sources. The Scotland captain would join Spurs as a free agent.
Steve Clarke has signed a four-year Scotland contract extension through the 2030 World Cup, aiming to build on three tournament qualifications since 2019.
Steve Clarke signs Scotland deal until 2030 World Cup. SFA commits pre-tournament despite doubts. He delivered record three qualifications but faces backlash.
Newcastle and Everton will play a pre-season friendly at Murrayfield on 12 August. Both clubs finished 12th and 13th in the Premier League with 49 points each.