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Lawrence Shankland, the star striker of Dundee United, has opened up about his sensational goal against Dundee in the Scottish Cup quarter-final. Shankland scored a spectacular volley from 53 yards out, leaving the goalkeeper and the fans stunned. The goal helped Dundee United secure a 3-0 win and a place in the semi-final. A moment of instinct and brilliance Shankland, who has scored 10 goals in 33 appearances this season, said that his goal was a result of instinct and brilliance. He said that he saw the goalkeeper off his line and decided to take a chance. He said that…

The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run, one of the most popular running events in the UK, is offering a limited-time discount for runners who sign up before Friday 1 March at 10am. The earlybird offer allows participants to save up to £6 on the standard entry fee for the 10k or half marathon races, which will take place on Sunday 6 October 2024 in Glasgow. A Celebration of Running and Glasgow The AJ Bell Great Scottish Run is more than just a running event. It is a celebration of everything that is great about Glasgow: inspiring urban architecture, green spaces,…

Celtic delivered a masterclass performance as they thrashed Dundee 7-1 at home on Wednesday night, but they still trail Rangers by two points in the Scottish Premiership title race. Carter-Vickers opens the floodgates The hosts wasted no time in asserting their dominance as defender Cameron Carter-Vickers headed in the opener from a corner in the seventh minute. It was his second goal in as many games, after scoring the winner in the Old Firm derby on Sunday. Idah, O’Riley and Maeda add to the tally Celtic’s attacking trio of Adam Idah, Matt O’Riley and Daizen Maeda were unstoppable as they…

A Remarkable Comeback Jack Butland, the 29-year-old goalkeeper who joined Rangers on a season-long loan from Crystal Palace in January, has been one of the standout performers for the Scottish champions this season. He has kept 12 clean sheets in 16 appearances, conceding only seven goals and saving two penalties. He has also played a key role in Rangers’ historic unbeaten run in the Scottish Premiership, which saw them clinch their 55th title with six games to spare. Butland’s impressive form has silenced his critics, who questioned his move to Rangers and doubted his ability to recover from a series…

Celtic’s 7-1 thrashing of Dundee on Wednesday night was a memorable occasion for many reasons. Not only did the Hoops extend their lead at the top of the Premiership table, but they also witnessed the emergence of a new star in the making. Daniel Kelly, an 18-year-old academy product, scored his first senior goal for the club with a stunning strike in the second half. Kelly’s journey from the academy to the first team Kelly joined Celtic at the age of eight and has been a standout performer at various youth levels. He is a versatile midfielder who can play…

The phone call that changed everything Neil Lennon has revealed how a phone call from Brendan Rodgers convinced him to take over Celtic for a second time in 2019. Lennon, who had previously managed the club from 2010 to 2014, was appointed as interim boss after Rodgers left for Leicester City in February 2019. Lennon said that Rodgers, who had led Celtic to seven consecutive domestic trophies, was very supportive and encouraging of his decision to return to Parkhead. He also praised Rodgers for his achievements and legacy at Celtic, and said he had learned a lot from him. “He…

Celtic defender Alistair Johnston has revealed the secret behind his team’s comeback against Rangers in the Old Firm derby on Sunday. The 23-year-old said that the players adopted a ‘f*** it’ mentality in the second half and played with more aggression and intensity. Celtic trailed 1-0 at half-time The first half of the match at Ibrox was a nightmare for Celtic, who conceded a goal to Blair Spittal in the 18th minute and struggled to create any chances. Rangers dominated the possession and the tempo, while Celtic looked nervous and tentative. The home fans were in full voice, sensing a…

Philippe Clement is the man who has led Rangers to the top of the Scottish Premiership, breaking Celtic’s dominance and earning praise from fans and pundits alike. But how did he become one of the most successful managers in Europe? Here is his remarkable story, from his humble beginnings as an engineering student to his glory days at Ibrox. A promising player with a passion for learning Philippe Clement was born in Antwerp, Belgium, on 22 March 1974. He started playing football at a young age and joined the youth academy of Genk, one of the top clubs in his…

Rangers captain James Tavernier has insisted that he is not interested in joining Celtic, despite reports linking him with a shock move to the Parkhead club. Tavernier, who has scored 125 goals in 400 appearances for the Ibrox side, said he is happy at Rangers and wants to win more trophies with them. Tavernier dismisses Celtic rumours The 32-year-old right-back was reportedly a target for Celtic, who are looking to strengthen their defence after losing Kristoffer Ajer and Jeremie Frimpong in the summer. Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou is said to be a fan of Tavernier, who has a contract with…

Taylor reveals dressing room discussions Celtic defender Greg Taylor has revealed that the players had some honest and constructive talks in the dressing room after their disappointing defeat to Hearts on Saturday. The loss left the Hoops 12 points behind league leaders Rangers, who have a game in hand. Taylor said that the players were not happy with their performance and agreed that they needed to improve in every aspect of the game. He also said that they still believed that they could challenge for the title, despite the gap at the top. “We had a chat among ourselves and…