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The National
16-07-2025
- Sport
- The National
Scotland discover Denmark allocation in new Tartan Army blow
And they will have to fork out a hefty £47 per brief. Steve Clarke's side will have to cram in six qualifiers between September and November in their bid to reach the World Cup for the first time since 1998. They have a very difficult start against top seeds Denmark in Copenhagen on September 5. Read more: And the SFA have been allocated just 1,740 tickets for the opening game at the 51,000-capacity Parken Stadium at £47 each. It means thousands of Tartan Army fans will miss out on the showdown after the Danes offered the paltry allocation for the game. It's the latest blow for Scotland supporters after UEFA confirmed last month that the next game against Belarus will be played in the neutral venue of the western Hungarian outpost of Zalaegerszeg. And the game will be played behind closed doors due to sanctions taken against Belarus three years ago by European football's governing body because of their support of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
The Herald Scotland
16-07-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Scotland discover Denmark allocation in new Tartan Army blow
Steve Clarke's side will have to cram in six qualifiers between September and November in their bid to reach the World Cup for the first time since 1998. They have a very difficult start against top seeds Denmark in Copenhagen on September 5. Read more: And the SFA have been allocated just 1,740 tickets for the opening game at the 51,000-capacity Parken Stadium at £47 each. It means thousands of Tartan Army fans will miss out on the showdown after the Danes offered the paltry allocation for the game. It's the latest blow for Scotland supporters after UEFA confirmed last month that the next game against Belarus will be played in the neutral venue of the western Hungarian outpost of Zalaegerszeg. And the game will be played behind closed doors due to sanctions taken against Belarus three years ago by European football's governing body because of their support of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Daily Record
01-07-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
I know what Callum McGregor's one career regret will be after notable snub by Celtic Marathon Man
Paul Lambert has had his say on one major call by the Parkhead skipper Callum McGregor has shown no signs of slowing down for Celtic. The captain of the champions is living life in the fast lane as he gears up for his 12th full season at Parkhead. And Paul Lambert has no doubts that the 32-year-old maestro still has plenty of miles left in the tank. But when the homegrown hero does eventually reach the end of the road, Lambert fears one regret could linger in the rearview mirror. McGregor stunned the Tartan Army last summer when he parked his Scotland career after winning 63 caps. With more than 40 club games clocked in nine straight seasons, the Marathon Man made the decision to prolong his Celtic career. However, Lambert reckons the Hampden Hall of Famer might regret putting the brakes on his international journey once he hangs up his boots. The Hoops legend told Record Sport: "I understand it. I think he might look back on it and think, maybe I should have played a bit longer for the national team. "It's not until you finish that you think, maybe I should have played more games. "He's still got the energy and the way he plays the game suits him. "But I understand why he's done it and thought, well I'm going to play a lot of games for Celtic in the league and Europe. "If he looks back and thinks he could've played in another tournament or qualifier, then he might have changed his decision. "He could have played longer for the national team - but he knows better." Lambert insists there's no one in Steve Clarke 's ranks who can fill McGregor's boots as a deep-lying playmaker. He said: "Callum would still be a regular for Scotland. "I don't see anybody playing that role as good as him or with that game intelligence. I don't see a sitter. "I don't think Scott McTominay can do it. Billy Gilmour's probably the closest one that can, but I don't see anybody else playing that role." While McGregor may be a big loss for his country, he remains the beating heart of Celtic's winning machine. The tireless midfielder featured in all but three of the club's gruelling 57-game calendar last term. And despite his advancing years, Lambert believes Brendan Rodgers will continue to rely heavily on his talisman. He said: "I don't think he will begin to manage his minutes. I don't think 32 is an age at all, really. "The way Callum plays, he reads the game with his brain and doesn't need to take himself out of crazy positions in the middle of the pitch. "I don't think Callum will want to be rested and there's not another player at Celtic like him that can play in that role as well as him. "So 32 is no age to rest somebody and I'm pretty sure that the manager and Callum will understand that." Lambert - who retired at 35 after winning the Champions League with Dortmund and lifting multiple titles with Celtic - is adamant McGregor can still be a mainstay for seasons to come. He said: "Hopefully injury doesn't catch him or anything like that. I think he can definitely play another few years at that level. "It's like anything - Father Time catches you and decides when you're finished. It's getting your head around that when that day eventually comes. "But regarding playing for another few years, definitely. It's important. "I would say to him, play as long as you can at the highest level and then bow out - because you're a long time out of it. "I always had it in my head that 35 was enough. I had no regrets. "I had played at a really high level, won the biggest thing in the game and won a lot of titles at Celtic. "I was really happy with how my career had gone. I was fortunate to play with some great teams and play in a World Cup. "Would I want to play beyond Celtic? No. I wanted to finish at the top of it - and I did that." Rodgers has previously described his tactically astute leader as a "coach on the pitch." And while Lambert wouldn't be surprised to see McGregor in the dugout one day, the ex-Aston Villa and Norwich boss hopes the veteran doesn't rush into management too soon. He added: "I think the club might have a plan. My advice to him would be not to jump into management right away. "You have to go and learn it. It's a different kettle of fish from playing. "You have to learn the intricacies of management, managing people, dealing with different characters. "I'd certainly go and learn it, do badges and take your time because it's unforgiving. "If you jump in too soon, it can really come back and bite you. "I don't know if he's doing his coaching licences, but he's certainly got a football brain to give knowledge to people - and that's great."
Scottish Sun
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Scotland's ‘most popular' footballer revealed – and it's not Scott McTominay
Their Instagram figures could be translated into 'millions of pounds' WINSTAGRAM Scotland's 'most popular' footballer revealed – and it's not Scott McTominay Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SCOTLAND captain Andy Robertson is top of a Tartan Army popularity table on Instagram. Liverpool ace Robbo, 31, has 4.4million followers on the photo-sharing site. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Andy Robertson is top of a Tartan Army popularity table on Instagram with 4.4million followers Credit: Willie Vass 3 Scott McTominay has 3.3million Credit: Kenny Ramsay 3 Kieran Tierney has a million social media fans Credit: Kenny Ramsay And that puts him ahead of Scott McTominay, 28, who has 3.3million after a huge surge in popularity in the wake of his Italian title-winning heroics for his club Napoli. And the pair, plus re-signed Celtic hero Kieran Tierney, 28 — who has a million social media fans — are primed to rake in fortunes from their posts. Brand expert Nick Ede told how they are cashing in on links to other major teams. Robbo is tipped to move to Spain's Atletico Madrid, while McTominay started at Manchester United and Tierney was at Arsenal for six years. Mr Ede said their Instagram figures could be translated into 'millions of pounds'. He explained: 'They attract loads of followers, and not just football fans. "As with any kind of public figure, people want to know more about them. 'And that could be brands they're associated with. It builds up your following. 'It also means they have a strong currency to expand their personal brand — and it's great for the team they play for.' But the trio are not prolific contributors. Tartan Army fan who walked to Germany embarking on new challenge for the World Cup Robertson has posted 761 times on Instagram since 2013, while McTominay has shared pics 332 times since 2016 and Tierney just 215. Mr Ede said: 'Someone like Andy could command £100,000 a post for a top brand. There is a lot of opportunity.'
Yahoo
21-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Scotland learn Belarus World Cup qualifying venue but there's a major sticking point
Scotland have discovered they will face Belarus in Hungry behind closed doors in their World Cup qualifier. UEFA have confirmed the venue as Steve Clarke and his troops get ready to face the group minnows alongside Denmark and Greece as they bid to reach the Finals. Advertisement In their quest to reach USA, Canada and Mexico, Scotland come up against the outsiders on matchday two in September after a trip to Copenhagen to face top seeds Denmark. READ MORE: Twenty five extra Premier Sports Cup fixtures to be streamed live in bumper broadcast move READ MORE: Chasing East Kilbride to title cost Albion Rovers, admits boss The venue for that trip has now been confirmed and the clash will take place in the western Hungarian outpost of Zalaegerszeg - 135 miles from the capital, Budapest. Belarus are not allowed to play their 'home' matches in their own country due to UEFA restrictions after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Advertisement And they will host the Scots - but not the Tartan Army - at the ZTE Arena, home of Zalaegerszegi TE. Belarus have faced Bulgaria, Northern Ireland and Luxembourg at the venue in three previous Nations League outings they've had there and drew them all. Northern Ireland were held to a goalless draw and boss Michael O'Neill wasn't happy about UEFA's decision to make them play there with no fans. He said: "It will have the feel of a fixture played during Covid. "It is not ideal making Belarus play us in a neutral venue, but we will have to deal with it and it will have a different feel. "It's very disappointing for our fans that they are unable to attend the game." Advertisement Follow Record Sport on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for all of the up-to-the minute breaking news, video and audio on the SPFL, the Scotland national team and beyond. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here. Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
