THE big question on everyone’s lips at the moment is whether Hearts can maintain their challenge at the top of the table. And I have to say, I don’t see why not.
I came home on Sunday night after poring over footage of Allan McGregor kicking out at Kristoffer Ajer for Sportscene, and my wee boy asked me ‘are you allowed to do that?’ I replied that no, you certainly are not, but with the SFA’s shambolic disciplinary process it appears we are now telling our youngsters that it is ok to kick somebody on the pitch.
LET me start by stating what an achievement it was for Rangers to get through to the Europa League group stages, particularly given the circumstances by which they got there. Not only did they have four qualification rounds to navigate, but their performance to see the game out against Ufa in Russia with nine men was heroic.
THE post-match comments from Brendan Rodgers after Celtic’s draw with FK Suduva on Thursday night should have alarm bells ringing among the club’s supporters. I’ve never heard him so low.
A couple of weeks back in this column, I predicted that Celtic would win the title this season with something to spare. I stand by that prediction, but the opening to the season has pointed to the race being a fair bit closer than I had expected.
CELTIC look to be playing a dangerous game not only when it comes to qualification for the Champions League group stages this season, but also when it comes to keeping their manager happy.
THE new league season is upon us, and l think it promises to be fascinating.
THERE may have been those who baulked a bit when Celtic splashed out £9million on Odsonne Edouard in the summer, smashing their transfer record in the process, but suddenly it is looking like money well spent.
STEVEN Gerrard’s post-match comments after the goalless draw with FK Shkupi in Macedonia were refreshing in their candour.
THE John McGinn transfer saga between Hibernian and Celtic looks set to rumble on a little while yet, but it would be in the best interests of both clubs – and St Mirren – if the negotiations were brought to a speedy conclusion.
