The Full Scottish

Important as derby matches are —it’s often how Celtic and Rangers perform against the other 10 SPL clubs that determines where the league trophy heads in May.

Scottish referees came in for more criticism following controversial decisions – including “the worst one I’ve ever seen,” according to the Motherwell boss.

While Celtic and Rangers stole the headlines for their dramatic cup final, Celtic’s women achieved a milestone for Scottish women’s football this week.

Sunday likely marks a line in the sand for Rangers manager Philippe Clement as they face rivals Celtic in the Scottish
League Cup final at Hampden Park.

The new CEO at Rangers, Patrick Stewart, will be looking to sort out financial issues at the club while attempting to close the widening gap on its rivals.

Two Scottish clubs, Inverness Caledonian Thistle and Dumbarton. are struggling to survive after points deductions and relegation. A miracle is required.

For the most, the Nations League hasn’t worked, but that doesn’t mean that Scotland can afford to overlook the 2 fixtures scheduled for this international break

No reminder is required for where Rangers sit in the Premiership table, nine points behind joint leaders Celtic and Aberdeen, their two bitter rivals, no less.

Wednesday’s 2-1 loss at Aberdeen put Rangers 9 points behind rivals Celtic (and the Dons) just 10 matches into the season.

Aberdeen are flying high in the Scottish Premiership. Could they upset the status quo in Scotland and finish above Celtic or Rangers, or both?