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The National
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The National
SFA looking to 'pitch in' for improved disabled facilities
The Scottish FA can often be a convenient punching bag for the ills in our game, but when it comes to facilities for supporters, the governing body seems determined to show that they are serious about dragging Scottish football into a brighter future. SFA president Mike Mulraney has spoken in the past of his desire that an improvement in facilities across the board, not only for disabled fans, will be his legacy. And much of the responsibility for ensuring the money gets to where it needs to go falls on the SFA's chief operating officer, Rucelle Soutar. Soutar, who is also a trustee of the Scottish Football Partnership Trust, is hopeful that clubs who wish to improve the offering to their disabled fans will seek out the financial help that is available for them to do so. 'The SFP Trust are a partner of Pitching In – a campaign designed to raise £50m for facilities and infrastructural improvements at all levels of the game,' Soutar said. 'President Mike Mulraney has made this area the number one priority for the association to help offset a significant facilities shortfall. 'It will support clubs seeking to put down new 3G pitches, upgrade existing facilities and also to improve infrastructure such as accessibility and making changing rooms more accessible for girls and women and Para footballers. (Image: Scottish FA) 'All member clubs have to do is visit and hit the contact button on the home page.' And Soutar can point to the evidence. The SFP Trust provided vital funding to the building of a disabled platform at St Mirren's SMiSA Stadium, while she was involved in the delivery of the new raised platform in Hampden's North Stand. Both projects were the result of collaboration not only between those bodies, but with the fans who would stand to benefit from their completion. 'It is important football is accessible to all and that is why we have invested significantly in the recent upgrades to the disabled seating deck,' she said. 'This followed the successful installation of a temporary disability seating deck for UEFA EURO 2020 and was part of a wider stadium improvement plan following the Scottish FA's purchase of the stadium in 2018. Read more: 'This was a six-figure capital investment designed to enhance the experience for disabled fans. During the process we consulted with key groups who provided invaluable insight on behalf of the disabled community. 'The Scottish FA was the first national association to welcome a Para NA [National Association] to the football family, and we consulted with them as well as members of our Scotland Supporters Club to ensure the improvements were practical but also informed. 'We were determined that the upgrades helped create a memorable experience for supporters, not just from the viewing platform but the accessible access points throughout the stadium. 'The feedback has been positive, but this is largely due to the collaboration and input from the outset.' While some fans have been delighted with the new seating deck, Soutar says that a similar project in the South Stand may not actually be what disabled supporters desire, with others instead being happy to have the option of remaining a bit closer to the action. 'We have received feedback from supporters who love those seats, they're pitch-side, and the closest fans to the players in the whole stadium,' she said. (Image: SNS Group) 'The stadium benefits from being able to offer fans in wheelchairs a range of options, the same as any other fan would have, about where they want to sit. 'Fans with accessibility requests have a choice of experience, which we've received really positive feedback on.' That's not to say that Soutar is resting on her laurels when it comes to improving the national stadium, with the fact that Hampden is now fully under the SFA's ownership bringing with it both the opportunity and the responsibility to invest in improving the famous old bowl. 'It's important to stress that Hampden Park's last significant redevelopment took place in 1997, and now that the national stadium is under the ownership of the Scottish FA, we must take all possible steps to ensure the matchday experience is safe, welcoming and enjoyable for all fans, particularly those who have additional support needs,' she said. 'As the stadium's last redevelopment was almost 30 years ago, we have an ongoing maintenance plan to ensure we keep step with supporter needs and expectations, while realising that new stadium build costs of Hampden Park's size and scale are now routinely in excess of £1bn. 'We will continue to engage with partners to enhance the experience in line with tournament regulations but also in line with supporters' expectations.'
The Herald Scotland
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
SFA looking to 'pitch in' for improved disabled facilities
The Scottish FA can often be a convenient punching bag for the ills in our game, but when it comes to facilities for supporters, the governing body seems determined to show that they are serious about dragging Scottish football into a brighter future. SFA president Mike Mulraney has spoken in the past of his desire that an improvement in facilities across the board, not only for disabled fans, will be his legacy. And much of the responsibility for ensuring the money gets to where it needs to go falls on the SFA's chief operating officer, Rucelle Soutar. Soutar, who is also a trustee of the Scottish Football Partnership Trust, is hopeful that clubs who wish to improve the offering to their disabled fans will seek out the financial help that is available for them to do so. 'The SFP Trust are a partner of Pitching In – a campaign designed to raise £50m for facilities and infrastructural improvements at all levels of the game,' Soutar said. 'President Mike Mulraney has made this area the number one priority for the association to help offset a significant facilities shortfall. 'It will support clubs seeking to put down new 3G pitches, upgrade existing facilities and also to improve infrastructure such as accessibility and making changing rooms more accessible for girls and women and Para footballers. (Image: Scottish FA) 'All member clubs have to do is visit and hit the contact button on the home page.' And Soutar can point to the evidence. The SFP Trust provided vital funding to the building of a disabled platform at St Mirren's SMiSA Stadium, while she was involved in the delivery of the new raised platform in Hampden's North Stand. Both projects were the result of collaboration not only between those bodies, but with the fans who would stand to benefit from their completion. 'It is important football is accessible to all and that is why we have invested significantly in the recent upgrades to the disabled seating deck,' she said. 'This followed the successful installation of a temporary disability seating deck for UEFA EURO 2020 and was part of a wider stadium improvement plan following the Scottish FA's purchase of the stadium in 2018. Read more: 'This was a six-figure capital investment designed to enhance the experience for disabled fans. During the process we consulted with key groups who provided invaluable insight on behalf of the disabled community. 'The Scottish FA was the first national association to welcome a Para NA [National Association] to the football family, and we consulted with them as well as members of our Scotland Supporters Club to ensure the improvements were practical but also informed. 'We were determined that the upgrades helped create a memorable experience for supporters, not just from the viewing platform but the accessible access points throughout the stadium. 'The feedback has been positive, but this is largely due to the collaboration and input from the outset.' While some fans have been delighted with the new seating deck, Soutar says that a similar project in the South Stand may not actually be what disabled supporters desire, with others instead being happy to have the option of remaining a bit closer to the action. 'We have received feedback from supporters who love those seats, they're pitch-side, and the closest fans to the players in the whole stadium,' she said. (Image: SNS Group) 'The stadium benefits from being able to offer fans in wheelchairs a range of options, the same as any other fan would have, about where they want to sit. 'Fans with accessibility requests have a choice of experience, which we've received really positive feedback on.' That's not to say that Soutar is resting on her laurels when it comes to improving the national stadium, with the fact that Hampden is now fully under the SFA's ownership bringing with it both the opportunity and the responsibility to invest in improving the famous old bowl. 'It's important to stress that Hampden Park's last significant redevelopment took place in 1997, and now that the national stadium is under the ownership of the Scottish FA, we must take all possible steps to ensure the matchday experience is safe, welcoming and enjoyable for all fans, particularly those who have additional support needs,' she said. 'As the stadium's last redevelopment was almost 30 years ago, we have an ongoing maintenance plan to ensure we keep step with supporter needs and expectations, while realising that new stadium build costs of Hampden Park's size and scale are now routinely in excess of £1bn. 'We will continue to engage with partners to enhance the experience in line with tournament regulations but also in line with supporters' expectations.'
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Business Standard
04-06-2025
- Sport
- Business Standard
Germany vs Portugal Nations League semi-final LIVE SCORE UPDATES: GER 1-1 POR in 2nd half
The two teams last met competitively during the UEFA EURO 2020 group stage, where Germany emerged victorious with a 4-2 win, also at the Munich Football Arena. 2:02 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Concesao with a stunner! Portugal gets the equaliser as Concessao comes on and scores a banger for Portugal in the 63rd minute. His father scored the goal last time agianst the Germans to hand his side the win and now he follows his father's footsteps tonight. Brilliant left foot curler into the left corner from outside the box. 1:46 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Ronaldo comes close! A great cross from Nuno Mendes from the let flank as Ronaldo every inch of his muscles to get their but ended up touching it wide of the goal. 1:44 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: 2nd half begins! Portugal kick off the 2nd half with no changes so far in the tie. 1:42 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Will 90 minutes be enough? With the end to end football at show in Munich, it is expected that the tie won't be ending anytime soon and might need extra time and even penalties in the end. 1:27 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: All square at half-time! All square after the 45 minutes as Portugal and Germany players walk back to the dressing room with no goals in the tie so far. 1:15 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Nothing to separate the sides! Both side are getting good chances to score with Portugal taking the counter attacking way to goal for now. Neto did see himself in a 2v2 situation alongside Ronaldo but failed to square it to his skipper. 1:04 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Germany asking questions! Germany have put Portugal in their half for a while now and are trying to create from both flanks. Portugal tryin to slow the game down and trying to take the sting out of the game for now.
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Business Standard
04-06-2025
- General
- Business Standard
Germany vs Portugal Nations League semi-final LIVE SCORE UPDATES: GER 0-0 POR in 1st half
The two teams last met competitively during the UEFA EURO 2020 group stage, where Germany emerged victorious with a 4-2 win, also at the Munich Football Arena. Germany and Portugal are set to face off in a pivotal UEFA Nations League semi-final clash in Munich, marking their first-ever encounter in the competition. The host nation, Germany, is making its debut in the tournament's final four, while Portugal is eyeing a second title after securing the inaugural trophy in the 2018/19 edition. Julian Nagelsmann's team booked their place in the semi-finals with a narrow 5-4 aggregate triumph over Italy. After earning a 2-1 win in the first leg in Milan, the return fixture in Dortmund turned into a six-goal thriller. Goals from Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, and Tim Kleindienst helped Germany fend off a late surge from the Azzurri to hold on for a 3-3 draw. Portugal also advanced in dramatic fashion. Trailing 1-0 after the first leg in Copenhagen, they staged a stunning comeback in Lisbon, eventually sealing a 5-2 victory after extra time. Substitute Francisco Trincão was the hero, scoring a crucial equalizer in the 86th minute to force the additional period, before striking again shortly after the restart. Gonçalo Ramos later added a goal to secure the win and propel Roberto Martínez's men into the semi-finals. UEFA Nations League semi-final: Germany vs Portugal live telecast and live streaming details What time does the UEFA Nations League semi-final between Germany and Portugal start? The match is scheduled to begin at 12:30 AM IST. Where is the UEFA Nations League semi-final between Germany and Portugal being held? The semi-final will be hosted at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany. Where to watch the UEFA Nations League semi-final between Germany and Portugal live on TV in India? Fans in India can watch the live telecast of the match on the Sony Sports Network. Where to stream the UEFA Nations League semi-final between Germany and Portugal live in India? The live streaming of the match will be available on the SonyLIV app and website. 12:47 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Tight start to the tie! Both sides on the attack from the get go as Ronaldo tries to score bbut his shot from the left is saved by Ter Stegen. 12:40 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Action begins! The match kicks off with Germany kicking off the proceedings on the night. 12:23 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Stars in display! The likes of Wirtz, Sane, Bruno Fernandes and Cristiano Ronaldo would be featured in tonight's clash. 12:04 AM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: Action to begin soon! We are less than 30 minutes away from the action to begin in Munich at the iconic Allianz Arena which recently hosted the UEFA Champions League final as well. 11:57 PM Germany vs Portugal Nations League SF LIVE UPDATES: A chance to get a WC berth! In Europe, teams that secure a top-two finish in their World Cup qualifying groups earn direct entry to the FIFA World Cup. Meanwhile, the four best-performing teams from the UEFA Nations League that fail to finish in the top two of their qualifying groups will get another chance to qualify for the tournament through a playoff route. This system provides teams with a valuable fallback option, offering renewed hope if their main World Cup qualification efforts don't go as planned.
Newsweek
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
How to Watch Germany vs. Portugal: Live Stream UEFA Nations League Semifinal, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The UEFA Nations League is nearing its conclusion, with Wednesday's game between Germany and Portugal determining the first spot in Sunday's final. Spain and France play on Thursday to determine which team will advance to the final. Which side will advance to the final game of the tournament? Tune in on Wednesday to FS1 to see if it's Germany or Portugal that advances. Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after setting up the third goal for Portugal's midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group F football match between Turkey and Portugal at the BVB Stadion... Portugal's forward #07 Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after setting up the third goal for Portugal's midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes during the UEFA Euro 2024 Group F football match between Turkey and Portugal at the BVB Stadion in Dortmund on June 22, 2024. More Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images How to Watch Germany vs. Portugal: Date: Wednesday, June 4, 2025 Time: 3:00 PM ET Channel: FS1 Stream: Fubo (Try for free) Germany and Portugal meet in Munich for the UEFA Nations League semifinal, marking their first-ever meeting in this competition. Hosts Germany are appearing in the semifinals for the first time, while Portugal is attempting to secure a second title after winning the inaugural trophy in 2019. Julian Nagelsmann's side reached the last four with a 5-4 aggregate win over Italy in the quarterfinals. After a 2-1 away victory in Milan, a 3-3 thriller followed with Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, and Tim Kleindienst all scoring goals. Portugal also had to come from behind in its quarterfinal tie, moving on from a 1-0 first-leg loss in Copenhagen to claim a 5-2 extra-time win in Lisbon. In a dramatic comeback, substitute Francisco Trincão's 86th-minute strike forced extra time, before he got another goal a minute after the restart. Gonçalo Ramos got a goal late to punch the team's ticket to the last four. The last time these two teams met in a competitive match was during the group stage of UEFA EURO 2020, where Germany earned a 4-2 win at the Munich Football Arena, the same venue set to host this semifinal. Spain claimed the UEFA Nations League title in the most recent tournament, defeating Croatia in the final. Tune in to FS1 on Wednesday to watch the first UEFA Nations League semifinals. Live stream the Germany vs. Portugal game on Fubo: Start your free trial now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
