The Scottish Football Show podcastit

Scotland will open Euro 2024 against the hosts Germany. Nae bother. We’ve also drawn Hungary and Switzerland. Is this a group to look forward to? Join Andrew Slaven, Melbourne City FC's Findlay Marks & Tartan Army foot soldier John Bleasdale as they assess Steve Clarke’s side's chances of making history and progressing out of the group stages, as w…

After seven years at Gayfield Park, Dick Campbell has stepped down from his role as Arbroath manager. As one of the more colourful characters in our game, it's news that will disappoint not just The Red Lichties, but fans of Scottish football in general. How long will it be long before we see him return to the game, if at all? Buckie Thistle are se…

It’s the final week of the most incredible qualification campaign, can Scotland bow out on a high against Georgia and Norway? Tartan Scarf’s Gordon Sheach joins Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan for the build up to another Scotland double header. Meanwhile, Kilmarnock look set to bin their plastic pitch, Aberdeen are up in arms over th…

After the incredible display by Rangers away in Dundee, pyro has been a hotly debated topic again across our game. While most of the coverage has been incendiary (no pun intended), we wanted to try to move the conversation forward and look at whether safe pyro can ever be introduced in Scotland, so Andrew Slaven and Laura Brannan caught up with Tom…

There could be a dramatic change ahead for Scottish football. The rules around dual ownership of clubs could be relaxed, which might see some sides snapped up by the likes of Red Bull and City Group in the future. Laura Brannan, Findlay Marks and Andrew Dickson look at whether this injection of cash would benefit our game or if it’s too raw and hon…

It’s one year since VAR was introduced to Scottish football, have you enjoyed the journey so far? Join Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan as they catch up with former referee Des Roache from Get Involved Referee! Podcast again to assess how smooth he thinks the process has been. There’s trouble in Paradise as tensions rise between Celti…

We've done it… Scotland's place at Euro 2024 is now secured and we can all finally get on with planning a mad wan tae Germany next summer. Join Findlay Marks, Laura Brannan and Alba\Matter’s Andy Laing for a comprehensive look at the international break. And with the news that Philippe Clement is the new man in the Ibrox hotseat, we're joined by Sc…

It’s international week and Scotland are off to sunny Spain in search of at least one point that will clinch them qualification to Euro 2024. But who will replace Keiran Tierney? Would you take Lyndon Dykes in goal? And is John McGinn and Scott McTominay’s last minute goals this week a good omen? Meanwhile, Duncan Ferguson’s been dripping in Dream …

There were a few ‘mares over the weekend. Aberdeen’s 3-1 win at Ibrox proved to be the final nail in the coffin for Michael Beale who will now be replaced by Steven Davis in the dugout. The host broadcaster chose not to televise any game… which is a shame considering there were a couple of classics in there. And the SPFL’s League Cup semi final tic…

A week of firsts in the SPFL; a first win of the Premiership season for Aberdeen, a maiden home victory for Nick Montgomery in his second game charge of Hibs, and record-breaking first appearances for a couple of young Hibs & St Johnstone players. It's not all plain sailing however in the top flight. Three wins in a week for Rangers but many fans a…

The European group stages get underway this week but some of the team are giving off negative vibes… or are they just being realistic? Join Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan for the latest round up of the weird and wonderful stories across Scottish football. We have a very special guest this week as St Mirren boss Stephen Robinson join…

Scotland, officially one of the best teams in Europe right now, are a bawhair away from clinching qualification to EURO 2024. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and John Blaesdale for more feel-good international chat as we enjoy the 3-0 win over Cyprus and look ahead to the clash with England. How good is Scott McTominay, how strong is our squad, h…

It’s the international break and it’s a huge one for Scotland. We could actually qualify for Euro 2024 if results go our way… not that we’re getting carried away or anything. We look ahead to the qualifier against Cyprus and the 150th anniversary friendly match against England with Gordon Sheach from The Tartan Scarf. We also look back on the weeke…

Well that didn't take long, did it? The first managerial casualty of the season has happened with the much maligned Lee Johnson being axed by Hibs after just three games of the league season. Matty Fairnie of the Longbangers podcast joins the show to review his tenure at Easter Road. With only a handful of days left before the transfer window close…

Kilmarnock continue their blistering start to the new season with the scalp of Celtic in the Viaplay Cup, but is it just a blip from Brendan Rodgers' side or is there cause for concern for the season ahead? St Johnstone fans may be delighted for a weekend off after a disastrous start to their campaign, but is Steven MacLean on a hiding to nothing t…

Lee Johnson is back with the iconic soundbites this week, but are they enough to inspire his side on the European stage? Hibs go to Switzerland ahead in their Conference League tie while Hearts host their return leg against Rosenborg at Tynecastle. Rangers are also in midweek action, playing for a Champions League play off spot against Servette. An…

There’s a new young team on the scene and they’re already taking the SPFL by storm. Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks catch up with The Spartan’s Kenny Cameron who leads the youth group who go by the name North Ultras. Meanwhile, Raith Rovers’ historian John Greer joins the team to give some more depth and insight into the crazy shipwr…

The team are back for the 2023/24 season, previewing what lies ahead in Scottish football. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks as they look back on some huge stories from the off season, including Scotland’s incredible double header, Hibs’ European shocker in Andorra and what reaction Brendan Rodgers’ return has received. They also …

The campaign is coming to a close but the drama never ends. Join us for one last episode of the 2022/23 season. Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Laura Brannan look back on the incredible Premiership playoff final where Ross County pulled off the mother of all comebacks. Staggies striker Jordan White joins us on the show to reflect on the match that…

We look ahead to the final weekend of the season as Celtic and Inverness Caledonian Thistle battle it out for the Scottish Cup and Ross County go head to head with Partick Thistle for a place in the Premiership. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks for the penultimate episode of the 2022/23 season. The Scotland squad is announced ahe…

Take a trip down memory lane on the 20 year anniversary of Celtic going on an incredible UEFA Cup run to the final in Seville. Despite ultimately falling at the final hurdle, Celtic fans still hold the campaign close to their heart, including Sean McDonald, the man behind the hugely popular Blethered podcast. Laura Brannan caught up with the broadc…

A big decision is looming for Scottish football as clubs will soon vote on the proposed new Conference League and addition of B teams at tier five. With Aberdeen turning down the chance to submit a Colts team, Andrew Slaven, Findlay Marks and Andy Bargh look at the impact this story could have on our game. It’s also award season, as Celtic tidy up …

In the second of three stand-alone shows this month we’re celebrating the incredible achievements of Scottish sides reaching major European finals as they mark landmark anniversaries this year. In this episode, we’re focusing on Rangers and their unlikely and, ultimately, unlucky run to the UEFA Cup Final in the 2007/08 season. Andrew Slaven and Fi…

In the first of three stand-alone podcasts this month, we’re celebrating the incredible achievements of Scottish sides reaching European Finals, with three clubs all celebrating milestone anniversaries this year. First up, it’s Aberdeen. It’s been 40 years since the Dons lifted the European Cup Winners' Cup on 11th May 1983, beating Real Madrid 2-1…

It was a weekend of coronations as both Celtic and Dundee were crowned champions of their respective divisions. Join Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks as they reflect on Ange Postecoglou's side clinching the title with four games to go and the dramatic end to the Championship season. Is the SFA disrespecting the fans with their 17:30 S…

You won’t get a better fixture card than this weekend’s Championship finale. Join us as we look ahead to the last day of the season, where the title, the promotion play-off spaces and relegation slots are all still to be decided. Nine of the ten teams have something to play for and we can’t wait for the drama. Elsewhere, former Motherwell fans’ fav…

Is winning the league a good enough reason to invade the sacred grass? Join the team as they debate the championship-winning codes of conduct. BT Sport’s Andrew Slaven, West Ham’s Laura Brannan and football filmmaker Findlay Marks are back again for the latest helping of Scottish football’s news and funny stories. You might have noticed you could w…

“I was too ashamed to go to Tesco” How it feels to be sacked as a manager Listen to the full, unedited chat with title-winning Dunfermline manager James McPake. Just days after clinching the League One championship, the 38 year old joined the team to reflect on the club’s achievement and how he has grown personally, as a manager. At a time when the…

As yet another top flight manager loses his job, the team ask if the panic button is being pushed too hastily these days. BT Sport’s Andrew Slaven is joined by West Ham video producer Laura Brannan and football editor Findlay Marks for yet another week of the biggest, the best and the downright ugliest stories across Scottish football. Eight Premie…

In a week when two lower league titles could be wrapped up, things are far from settled in the top two divisions. BT Sport’s Andrew Slaven, West Ham producer Laura Brannan and football filmmaker Findlay Marks break down the latest chaos across all four Scottish divisions. Hearts have sacked manager Robbie Neilson after six defeats in seven games, w…

Go back to the late 90s this week, with some VHS memories, Jambo Number Five and Blue DabaDeeDabaDerek McInness. BT Sport’s Andrew Slaven, West Ham producer Laura Brannan and football filmmaker Findlay Marks are back in your ears once again to bring you the best (and worst) things from the past week in Scottish football. It's the only podcast where…

It’s the big one! Relive Scotland’s incredible 2-0 win over Spain with Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks. Hot off the press - just hours after the returning from Hampden - the team look back on a dream start to the Euro 2024 qualifying campaign. And it wasn’t just Scotland celebrating a huge weekend, Hamilton Academical had their own p…

Crazy kick off times, closing away ends and a strip that costs “NINETY f***ing pounds?!” …we’re asking, in our best Helen Lovejoy voice, won’t somebody PLEASE think of the fans? Join BT Sport’s Andrew Slaven, Sky Sports’ Anthony Joseph and football filmmaker Findlay Marks for your latest dose of Scottish football. The team look ahead to Scotland’s …

Join BT Sport's Andrew Slaven as he is once again flanked by West Ham's Senior Producer Laura Brannan and football film-maker Findlay Marks to discuss the latest goings on in Scottish football. This week marks the 10th anniversary of St Mirren's incredible League Cup triumph of 2013. Lifelong Buddie Div MacDonald, best known in the Twitter world as…

BT Sport's Andrew Slaven is once again flanked by West Ham's Senior Producer Laura Brannan and football film-maker Findlay Marks to discuss the latest goings on in Scottish football this week. Jim Goodwin didn't have the best start to life as Dundee United manager as his former side Aberdeen took all three points at Tannadice. We round up all the b…

BT Sport's Andrew Slaven is once again flanked by West Ham's Senior Producer Laura Brannan and football film-maker Findlay Marks to discuss the biggest and the daftest stories in Scottish football this week. Celtic won the first major trophy of the season after beating Rangers in the Viaplay League Cup Final, but was it more to do with how good the…

Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks break down the biggest and the daftest stories in Scottish football this week. The first silverware of the season is up for grabs at the weekend, with Rangers and Celtic meeting in the League Cup Final. Anthony Haggerty from The Celtic Way and The Athletic’s Jordan Campbell join the team to preview the…

Join BT Sport's Andrew Slaven, West Ham's Laura Brannan and football filmmaker Findlay Marks for all the latest greatness and guff about our wonderful game! With Rangers' "gift" of a goal to Partick Thistle on the back of scoring one through seemingly ungentlemanly means, we ask whether football is becoming too polite. Elsewhere in the Scottish Cup…

The original team are back together to breakdown the latest stories in Scottish football. Join BT Sport's Andrew Slaven, West Ham's Laura Brannan and football filmmaker and editor Findlay Marks and decide for yourself what the right name for rock, scissors, paper is. Aberdeen are on the hunt for a new manager but still managed to put the sword into…

Motherwell Head Groundsman Paul Matthew joins Laura Brannan for a special episode to explain how pitches cope in the harsh Scottish winters. He's the man credited with what is widely regarded as one of, if not the best, pitch in the country, but how does he manage it? Paul breaks down which weather is the most challenging, how the different types o…

West Ham’s senior producer Laura Brannan is joined on the show by Sky Sports duo Andrew Dickson and Anthony Joseph in the closing stages of the winter transfer window. But before that, they focus on the only story in town… Darvel rocked the Scottish Cup history books, sinking struggling Aberdeen in the fourth round of the competition, making them t…

West Ham United's Senior Producer Laura Brannan is in the hotseat once again this week, flanked by football film-maker Findlay Marks and Andrew Dickson from Sky Sports, to discuss all the latest news and nonsense from the world of Scottish football. Ahead of the 'Best Weekend of the Season'™️ (Scottish Cup 4th Round!), we chat to Drumchapel United'…

West Ham's Senior Producer Laura Brannan is back after her Christmas break, straight into the hotseat to host this week's show alongside football film-maker Findlay Marks and Andrew Dickson from Sky Sports. We cast our eye on all the latest transfers and potential deals happening so far this January as the transfer window SLAMS open, and, as Angus …

Football film-maker Findlay Marks is on hosting duties once again this week, where he's joined by author & podcaster John Bleasdale and BBC commentator Andy Bargh to discuss all the latest happenings in Scottish football. In the wake of the first Old Firm clash of 2023, we deep dive into Bealeball and examine the impact of Rangers' new manager with…

Football film-maker Findlay Marks is once again hosting duties this week, joined by Andrew Dickson from Sky Sports to cast their eye over all the latest happenings in Scottish football. We round up all the latest Christmas footballing action, as well as looking forward to a New Year crammed with derbies, including the BIG one...yes, the Kincardine …

Football film-maker Findlay Marks is on hosting duties this week, joined by author & podcaster John Bleasdale and BBC commentator Andy Bargh. As the Premiership (kind of) came back after a month off, we head to Pittodrie to attempt to unpack the recent visits of Rangers and Celtic and how Aberdeen's season has unfolded so far under Jim Goodwin. We …

Laura Brannan is in the hosting hot seat this week, joined by regular sidekick football film maker Findlay Marks as well as Sky Sports' Anthony Joseph to talk all things Scottish football. We preview the return of the top flight this weekend as the World Cup reaches its dramatic conclusion, Evening Telegraph and The Courier journalist George Cran j…

Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks are here once again to talk all things Scottish football. We round up all the latest action that took place domestically over the weekend, including Partick Thistle goalkeeper Jamie Sneddon's incredible injury time equaliser away to Cove Rangers in the Championship. And COPA90's Eli Mengem joins Fin & …

Andrew Slaven, Laura Brannan and Findlay Marks are here once again to talk all things Scottish football. Laura's in her element as the World Cup is well underway in Qatar, with some impressive results for underdogs so far. We're joined by Euan Booth Robertson to look at some giant killings *slightly* closer to home, however, as we round up all the …

As the most controversial World Cup in history kicks off in Qatar, we delve deeper into the subject of LGBTQ+ and how welcome their supporters are in football. In Episode 15, we spoke to Hibees Pride members Julie Cuthbertson and Chloe Ainslie about the annual Rainbow Laces campaign. But you can now listen to the full chat as host Andrew Slaven, fo…