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STV News
3 hours ago
- Sport
- STV News
'Delighted' Findlay Curtis aiming to cement place in team after Ibrox goal
Rangers youngster Findlay Curtis was delighted to get his first goal for the club in their win over Panathinaikos and hopes it can lead to more first team action. The 18-year-old opened the scoring in Tuesday night's Champions League qualifier before Djeidi Gassama grabbed the second in a 2-0 victory. After the game Curtis received some congratulatory words of wisdom from none other than Sir Alex Ferguson and has described the whole experience as a 'dream come true'. He said: 'I am just absolutely delighted to win 2-0 and take that lead over to Athens, but it's only half-time in the tie and we are looking forward to the next game. 'He (Alex Ferguson) just congratulated me on my goal, and to come from a legend like that I'll take it, and it's just another dream come true to play in a Champions League qualifier for this club. 'I thought we started well in the first ten minutes, then there was a 10-15 minutes after that when it got a bit sloppy. We got in at half-time and had a chat about that, then we came back out for the second-half and I think we changed that.' The teenager is now hungry to make more memories and cement himself as a first-team regular, although he is aware of how difficult that will be and how much hard work is needed as he looks to impress Russell Martin. He continued: 'When I scored, I just felt on top of the world. I've been here since I was six years old, and I'm just delighted. 'Football is a difficult sport and it's like pushing other people out the way (to play regularly) and I'm here to do that, but there is a lot of competition in that dressing room so I'll need to keep working my hardest to start more games. 'It will always be down to the manager, whoever he picks in the starting 11, whether that's on Saturday or in Athens, I'll just keep working hard in training and hopefully perform when I get the chance.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Daily Record
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Sir Alex Ferguson backs dementia charity as football legend joins music therapy team
The former Aberdeen and Manchester United manager visited staff in Glasgow this week. Football legend Sir Alex Ferguson has signed on as official ambassador to the dementia charity Playlist for Life. The former Manchester United boss is taking on the role after supporting the charity through fundraising and awareness-raising campaigns. He visited staff at the organisation's office in Glasgow this week to learn how Playlist for Life uses music to improve the lives of people living with dementia. Sir Alex said: "Dementia is a big challenge for all of us but we all know someone close to us who has dementia. "It's not always easy to talk about but music is a fantastic thing that can help. "I'm beyond proud to be an ambassador for Playlist for Life. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "Visiting the team, I can see they are leading the way in using music to transform the lives of people affected by dementia." Sir Alex, who shared his own playlist, including Moon River, It's All In the Game and Danny Boy, with the charity, added: 'Music is a fantastic thing, I've made a start on the playlist of my life, I recommend everyone does the same and supports this fantastic charity.' Playlist for Life has trained 10,000 professionals to embed personal playlists into dementia care with one team in NHS Fife reporting an 80 per cent drop in use of medication used to manage symptoms for a group of people living with dementia. Executive director of Playlist for Life, Michael Timmons, said: 'It's a privilege to have Sir Alex Ferguson pulling on the Playlist for Life jersey as an official ambassador, following many years of quiet but generous support.'
Glasgow Times
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Ferguson backs Playlist for Life in dementia care role
The former Manchester United manager has been a long-time supporter of Playlist for Life, participating in fundraising and awareness campaigns. He began his ambassadorship by visiting the charity's Glasgow office, where he learned how Playlist for Life helps those living with dementia by using personally meaningful music. Sir Alex Ferguson with Michael Timmons (Executive Director, left) (Image: Jamie Simpson) Sir Alex said: "Dementia is a big challenge for all of us, but we all know someone close to us who has dementia. "It's not always easy to talk about, but music is a fantastic thing that can help. 'I'm beyond proud to be an ambassador for Playlist for Life. "Visiting the team and hearing more about the work they do, I can see they are leading the way in using music to transform the lives of people affected by dementia. L-R: Sir Alex Ferguson and Rebecca Kennedy (Head of Communities) (Image: Jamie Simpson) 'Music is a fantastic thing, I've made a start on the playlist of my life, I recommend everyone does the same and supports this fantastic charity.' Sir Alex's own playlist includes songs such as Moon River and Danny Boy. Read more: 'Take it' - Boyd urges Rangers to cash in on 'squad player' Playlist for Life uses scientific research to advocate the use of personal playlists in dementia care within families, communities, care homes, and health boards. The approach starts with creating a personal playlist of songs that evoke treasured memories or loved ones. L-R: Michael Timmons (Executive Director), Sir Alex Ferguson, Sandra Stark (Chair) and Frank Dunn (Trustee) (Image: Jamie Simpson) The organisation has trained nearly 10,000 health and social professionals to incorporate personal playlists into dementia care, with one team in NHS Fife reporting an 80 per cent reduction in medication for a group of people with dementia. Sir Alex has long supported the charity, offering auction prizes and appearing on national television to discuss the impact of meaningful music on dementia care. Michael Timmons, executive director of Playlist for Life, said: "Sir Alex's backing in this new role of ambassador will help us reach many more people living with dementia or caring for someone living with dementia. "It's a privilege to have Sir Alex Ferguson pulling on the Playlist for Life jersey as an official ambassador, following many years of quiet but generous support. "During his visit to our office, he seemed impressed by the team's work and understood the importance of our approach to dementia care." "We hope his support encourages more people to discover the power of personal playlists and create their own today.'
The Herald Scotland
14 hours ago
- Health
- The Herald Scotland
Sir Alex Ferguson shares playlist of his life for charity
The charity advocates for the use of personal playlists in dementia care across communities, health boards, care homes, and for families and people at home. Read More: Its approach, which is backed by more than two decades of research, starts with creating and listening to a playlist of songs that make up the soundtrack to your life, tracks that take you back to special moments in your life and tunes that remind you of loved ones. The organisation has trained almost 10,000 health and social professionals to embed personal playlists into dementia care with one team in NHS Fife reporting an 80% reduction in the use of medication used to manage symptoms for a group of people living with dementia. Sir Alex said: 'Dementia is a big challenge for all of us, but we all know someone close to us who has dementia. It's not always easy to talk about, but music is a fantastic thing that can help. 'I'm beyond proud to be an ambassador for Playlist for Life. Visiting the team and hearing more about the work they do, I can see they are leading the way in using music to transform the lives of people affected by dementia. 'Music is a fantastic thing, I've made a start on the playlist of my life, I recommend everyone does the same and supports this fantastic charity.' Football legend Sir Alex Ferguson signs on as ambassador for music and dementia charity Playlist for Life (Image: Jamie Simpson) Michael Timmons, executive director of Playlist for Life, said: 'Sir Alex's backing in this new role of Ambassador will help us reach many more people living with dementia or caring for someone living with dementia. 'We are working to embed personal playlists into dementia care in communities, hospital and care settings across the UK as standard because it's so much more than something that's just nice to have. Personal playlists can improve the lives of people living with dementia by helping to spark connection and reduce some of the more distressing symptoms. 'It's a privilege to have Sir Alex Ferguson pulling on the Playlist for Life jersey as an official ambassador, following many years of quiet but generous support. "During his visit to our office he seemed impressed by the team's work and understood the importance of our approach to dementia care. We hope his support encourages more people to discover the power of personal playlists and create their own today.' Sir Alex Ferguson's personal playlist Moon River, Henry Mancini (music), Johnny Mercer (lyrics) This is the song that when I'm with my longest and dearest friends from Govan, I always sing. Only they would have the patience to listen to me! It's All in the Game, Nat King Cole This song has a particularly strong memory for me. When I was 17 and playing for Queen's Park, they used to have an annual snooker competition, which I won. But when I went to receive the prize at the Annual Christmas Dance, they wouldn't give me it unless I sang. And this was the song I sang. My Own True Love, Tara's Theme from Gone with the Wind "The theme song from one of the greatest movies of all time. Cathy and I visited Atlanta some years ago when I was studying the American Civil War and visited the house of Margaret Mitchell, author of Gone with the Wind, which is part of the museum tours." Dirty Old Town, The Pogues "Written by a Glasgow-born man, Ewan MacColl, whose daughter was part of the duet in the famous Christmas song Fairy-tale of New York – Kirsty MacColl & Shane McGowan." Danny Boy "Danny Boy is one of the most sung songs in the world. There is a host of famous singers who have sung it and of course there are many different perspectives on the meaning of the song. One quite sad version is of a father taking his son to catch a train as he was heading off for war and his father was so worried for him that he forgot to give him a hug. The son never returned." The Way We Were, Gladys Knight and the Pips "Also sung by Barbra Streisand, it was the theme song for the movie of the same name, which starred Barbra Streisand and Robert Redford."
Glasgow Times
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Sir Alex Ferguson's hilarious Rio Ferdinand podcast cameo
The legendary former Scotland manager walked into the middle of a recording for Ferdinand's Rio Meets series, although he made it clear he didn't plan to take part. Ferdinand was deep in conversation with former United and West Ham team-mate Michael Carrick, as the two chatted in a quiet, seemingly deserted bar, reminiscing about Carrick's career. Rio Ferdinand (Image: PA) READ MORE: Sir Alex Ferguson pictured visiting popular Glasgow restaurant But around 48 minutes into the episode, the pair were unexpectedly interrupted by the Govan icon, who casually strolled over apparently unaware that a podcast was in progress. The 83-year-old asked: "What's this?" prompting a beaming Ferdinand to stop mid-sentence and greet him: 'Alright, boss?' Ferguson had both men laughing as he wagged his finger and declared: 'I'm not doing this podcast.' (Image: rioferdy5 Instagram) Trying to keep the mood light, Ferdinand responded: 'No, no, no — we're going to talk after. You go and get a coffee, boss.' Carrick added reassuringly: 'We're just finishing now. Don't worry — this is not for you.' Never one to miss a cheeky dig, Ferdinand joked: 'You've not dressed for the camera, boss, have you?' As Ferguson turned to leave, he fired back: 'I just wanted to listen to the nonsense you talk.' READ MORE: Sir Alex Ferguson spotted buying new Rangers kit (Image: PA) The footballing great took a seat at the next table, off-camera — but not for long. Roughly five minutes later, the show was interrupted once more — this time by the ringing of Ferguson's mobile phone, which he promptly answered, much to the amusement of the hosts. The camera feed briefly cut to Ferguson mid-call, with Ferdinand and Carrick once again in fits of laughter. READ MORE: Legendary Scot Sir Alex Ferguson spotted at Rangers' training ground Fans quickly flooded the comments with messages of love and support. One viewer wrote: 'I can't stop smiling. This is really lovely to see. We still miss him.' Another added: 'See the fear and respect still there — wow.' A third hailed it as a 'Classic Sir Alex moment', while someone else commented: 'This is so amazing to watch. "The amount of respect the ex-players still have for Sir Alex Ferguson is a testament to his impact — not just on their sporting journeys but on their personal lives too.'
