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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
When is the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final draw? As Rangers, Hibs, Hearts and Aberdeen bid to join Celtic in last 8
It's getting towards the business end of the competition CUP ACTION When is the Premier Sports Cup quarter-final draw? As Rangers, Hibs, Hearts and Aberdeen bid to join Celtic in last 8 Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IT'S another huge weekend of Premier Sports Cup action as clubs look to book a place in the quarter-finals. We're now approaching the business end of the competition, with the weekend's fixtures whittling it down to the final eight remaining teams. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Celtic booked their place in the quarter-finals on Friday night Credit: PA 3 Russell Martin's Rangers side will host Alloa on Saturday Credit: Willie Vass 3 This is what the teams are battling it out for Credit: SNS Holders Celtic are already through after a comfortable 4-1 victory over Falkirk on Friday night. Rangers, Hearts, Hibs and others will be hoping to join them when the draw is made on Saturday following the final whistle at Ibrox. Last season's finalists Rangers welcome League One Alloa on Saturday evening. Russell Martin will be hoping to edge closer to lifting his first piece of silverware with the Light Blues with a victory. There's also that huge Champions League qualifier against Club Brugge just around the corner. Hearts, who have made a strong start under Derek McInnes, face a tricky test at St Mirren. The Saints have been boosted with boss Stephen Robinson signing a new contract ahead of the match. He's guided the club to three successive top-six finishes and a late run in the Cup would see his stock rise further. Hibs will hoping the success of Thursday night against Partizan Belgrade hasn't left them with a European hangover when they take on Livingston on Sunday. Celtic linked with ANOTHER winger and is Balikwisha a DONE DEAL Davie Martindale's side are always a tough nut to crack, especially at home, and the Premiership new boys have already shown they will be no pushovers this season. And likewise we'll find out how much Thursday night has taken out of Dundee United who were so close to a remarkable victory over Rapid Vienna. Stuart Kettlewell's Kilmarnock side will be hoping the exertions of extra-time and penalties in the Conference League qualifier will have taken their toll. Elsewhere in the draw, Aberdeen have shown their cup credentials with Scottish Cup success last season, but a trip to Cappielow to face Morton certainly won't be easy. Championship side St Johnstone have started well under Simo Valakari and they entertain Premiership side Motherwell. And there's an all-Championship clash between Partick Thistle and Ayr United at Firhill as two former Celtic players Mark Wilson and Scott Brown go head to head in the dugout. Last 16 latest scores FT Celtic 4-1 Falkirk Greenock Morton v Aberdeen - 3pm SAT Partick Thistle v Ayr Utd - 3pm SAT St Johnstone v Motherwell - 3pm SAT St Mirren v Hearts - 3pm SAT Rangers v Alloa - 5.45pm SAT Kilmarnock v Dundee Utd - 3pm SUN Livingston v HIbs - 3pm SUN When will the quarter-final draw take place? The draw for the quarter-finals will take place TODAY, Saturday. It'll be broadcast live on Premier Sports It follows the clash between Rangers and Alloa, kick off 5.45pm. Quarter-final ties are due to be played on the weekend of September 20/21 Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Celtic v Falkirk LIVE SCORE: Maeda finds the net after Engels hits the woodwork from a free-kick
There could be a Celtic debut on the cards CUP CRACKER Celtic v Falkirk LIVE SCORE: Maeda finds the net after Engels hits the woodwork from a free-kick – latest updates Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IT's been all Celtic in the early stages of the tie so far. Johnny Kenny should have fired the Hoops in the opening minutes after James Forrest picked him out in the box, only for the Irishman to blow his chance. Sign up for the Celtic newsletter Sign up Scott Bain also pulled off big saves to deny Callum McGregor and Kieran Tierney. Arne Engels came closest to finding the opener as he hit the woodwork from a free-kick - until Daizen Maeda finally broke the deadlock with a header. The Premier Sports Cup clash gets underway at 7.45pm UK time. The game will be shown live on Premier Sports 1. BBC Sportsound will have live commentary for the game. Celtic XI: Sinisalo, Johnston, Murray, Trusty, Tierney, McGregor, Engels, McCowan, Forrest, Maeda, Kenny. Celtic subs: Schmeichel, Scales, Nygren, Idah, Yang, Yamada, Bernardo, Hatate, Ralston Falkirk XI: Bain, Adams, Neilson, Henderson, McCann, Cartwright, Spencer, Tait, Agyeman, Miller, MacIver Falkirk subs: Hogarth, Graham, Nesbitt, Oliver, Allan, Mackie, Walker, McCrone, Arfield Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Celtic vs Falkirk: Bet £10 and get £40 in football free bets with SBK
Commercial content notice: Taking one of the betting offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. 18+. T&Cs apply. CUP DEAL Celtic vs Falkirk: Bet £10 and get £40 in football free bets with SBK Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CELTIC host Falkirk in a Premier Sports Cup round of 16 tie on Friday night. And bookmakers SBK have a great offer for brand new customers ahead of the contest, with a tremendous £40 in free bets up for grabs! Sign up for the Celtic newsletter Sign up How to claim the £40 bonus SBK welcome offer Visit the SBK website HERE* Register an account with SBK - No Promo Code required Deposit a minimum of £10 using Debit Card or Bank Transfer Place a bet of £10 (or greater) at minimum odds of Evens After settlement, your account will be credited with £40 in free bets within 48 hours! SBK: Get £40 in free bets - HERE* No SBK account? No problem! You can claim this terrific new customer offer. It couldn't be any simpler. Firstly register a brand new account with SBK HERE*. Then deposit and stake at least a tenner on anything - including football - at odds of Evens or greater. Once that initial bet has settled - win or lose - you'll receive the full £40 welcome bonus within 48 hours! *New UK customers. Min £10 first deposit. Place a bet of £10 at min odds of 2.0 and get £40 in Free Bets within 48 hours. Restrictions apply. Full T&Cs apply, 18+. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chase their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry, or depressed Gamcare – Gamble Aware – Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here. For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to
The Citizen
08-08-2025
- Business
- The Citizen
Private sector stepping up to help metro safeguard electricity infrastructure
MMC for Utilities Frans Boshielo has made an urgent appeal to all residents to assist the municipality in protecting electricity infrastructure across the metro. Boshielo emphasised that a growing number of private companies are already stepping in to support this effort, including car manufacturer BMW in Rosslyn. BMW has partnered with the municipality to secure the electricity infrastructure in Rosslyn by installing cameras and motion detectors. 'The safeguarding of infrastructure is not just the municipality's job; it's everyone's responsibility. 'We are grateful for companies like BMW and others that are already supporting these efforts,' he said. One such success story can be found in Pretoria North, where the Van Riebeeck Substation has been fitted with a cutting-edge alarm system to combat cable theft, vandalism and repeated power outages. The substation has been targeted multiple times. These incidents often leave residents in the dark for days and cause major losses to local businesses and homeowners. Boshielo said the municipality has thus far received a lot of donations from people in private society and business, who are keen to safeguard the infrastructure in their vicinities to ensure there is no vandalism. 'We are encouraging businesspeople to come forward this way. This is their infrastructure. We need to work together. We have got what we call the Community Upliftment Programme (CUP), where other stakeholders are coming forward to assist.' Boshielo said the process of wanting to play a role in safeguarding the infrastructure is simple: write a letter to the municipality, and you will receive communication. 'The letter must also include the nature of assistance that businesses and residents want to provide to the metro. 'I can confirm that the metro did receive a donation for the Van Riebeeck substation. Prospective donors came forward and said they want to help us. Such donations and partnerships are assisting us a lot because we are losing a lot more due to cable theft,' said Boshielo. Ward 2 councillor Quentin Meyer said cable theft has caused major damage and outages, but with the newly alarmed substation, criminals no longer have a place to steal. Karen Yssel, a business owner who was instrumental in pushing the project forward, said she was spurred into action after hearing about the break-ins at the substation. 'I decided to help Maximum Security get the necessary authorisation from the municipality to install the alarm system,' she said. 'It was a proactive step that could save the metro millions in infrastructure damage.' The system at the Van Riebeeck substation includes a wireless security system with door sensors, passive infrared sensors, and outdoor perimeter beams, monitored by a 24/7 control room. ALSO READ: Lawless school setup infuriates Theresapark residents Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to [email protected] or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok.
The Citizen
07-08-2025
- The Citizen
Speeding sparks fears on Gloudina Road, call for urgent control measurements
Pretoria East residents are raising concerns about the lack of traffic calming measures on Gloudina Road in Murrayfield and Lynnwood Ridge. They allege that speeding motorists are creating dangerous conditions for the community at these intersections. Lido Grease said the problem has persisted for over two decades, and despite repeated calls for intervention, the metro has never acted. However, the metro said it currently does not have enough funds to install any traffic calming measures on Lynnwood Ridge and Gloudina Road. Grease, who lives on Gloudina Road, described how traffic has steadily increased in recent years, especially during peak hours. 'It must be between 20 and 30 years since I lived here. Gloudina Road has no humps, no traffic circles, nothing,' he said. He explained that drivers looking to avoid the slower traffic on Theuns Street, which has three speed humps and a traffic circle, are now using Gloudina Road as a faster alternative. 'The majority of the traffic, especially in peak hours, takes Gloudina Road, which passes my house.' He said the situation has become dangerous, with vehicles racing past his home. Grease added that it is not safe for dogs and people who are walking, especially at peak hours. 'There are taxis and people coming from work, and they just race across here. It's getting worse by the day.' Grease said he has repeatedly requested that the metro investigate the issue and introduce calming measures before a serious accident happens. The call for action is supported by Roelie Hendriks, one of the directors of Alpha Security. He confirmed that the security group has also submitted formal requests to the metro for traffic calming measures in the area. 'We are still waiting for the metro to confirm the CUP (Community Upliftment Programme) that will be funded by residents,' he said. Metro spokesperson Selby Bokaba confirmed that the Alpha Security Forum submitted requests to address speeding and dangerous driving in the Lynnwood Ridge and Murrayfield South access management area. He said the metro has launched a formal process to investigate possible solutions, saying, 'Traffic counts have been conducted to consider traffic calming measures.' However, Bokaba added that due to current budget constraints, the metro is not in a position to install any new traffic-calming infrastructure. 'Currently, the city is not in a position to install any traffic calming measures due to the unavailability of funding,' he said. When asked how the metro decides where to place speed humps, Bokaba explained that a number of criteria are used to evaluate each request. He said some of these criteria include speed surveys, traffic counts, pedestrian activity, residential access, and road class. 'Each request is assigned a ranking score that determines its priority within a specific region.' Bokaba added that the metro is also considering a request for a three-way stop sign in the area, but he emphasised that any new signage must meet legal criteria before it can be approved. Residents have also raised concerns about municipal vehicles, including Tshwane buses, speeding along Gloudina Road. In response, Bokaba said the metro has not received any complaints specifically about speeding buses. However, concerns about heavy vehicles using the road in violation of the existing five-ton weight restriction are being taken seriously. 'The matter will be escalated to the TMPD for law enforcement,' he said. Another concern raised by residents is the ineffectiveness of existing speed bumps on nearby Rubida Street. While shallow speed bumps exist near the top circle, the rest of the road down the hill is unregulated, allowing drivers to accelerate dangerously. According to Bokaba, no plans currently exist to improve these speed bumps due to ongoing budget issues. He added that while the metro understands the need for safer streets, not all roads qualify for physical speed-calming measures like humps. 'Traffic calming, such as speed hump measures, is not likely to be considered on high-order roads,' he said. Bokaba said more passive measures, such as road markings and signage, may be considered for busier roads to promote safer driving behaviour. He urged residents to work closely with their local ward councillors and submit formal applications to the city's Roads and Transport Department if they want to see changes in their neighbourhoods. 'The application will then be evaluated and, if warranted, be placed on a traffic calming priority list, along with similar requests for the particular region in question.' Bokaba said the implementation thereof is subject to the availability of funding. Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to [email protected] or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok.
