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Football stories, player interviews, insights and a bit of weekly chaos from one of the top football podcasts in the UK! Join Simon Ferry, Paul Slane and the rest of the team as we take a look at the funnier side of the beautiful game!<p style="color:grey; font-size:0.75em;"> Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color:grey;" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Aiden McGeady joins Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel as he reacts to the news that his former Hibs teammate, David Gray has left his position as Manager at Easter Road after a tough run of results.We of course also look ahead to the huge match on Sunday as Celtic take on Rangers again, this time in the SPFL Scottish Premiership at Celtic Park. How much will last week's 3-0 thumping at Ibrox effect the teams going into this one and will there be any changes for Martin O'Neill and Derek McInnes to make? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic vs Rangers Preview + David Gray Leaves Hibs! | Right In The Coupon

Rangers booked their place at Hampden after a dominant 3-0 win over rivals Celtic at Ibrox. Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday look back on the Premier Sports Cup Quarter Final which saw Derek McInnes claim his first win against Martin O'Neill since joining the club with 2 goals from Dan Neil and new signing Kevin Kelsy. The lads also look back on the other cup games which saw Hearts and Hibs set-up an Edinburgh Derby Semi-Final while Stephen Robinson will be eyeing 2 League Cup victories in a row as his 10-man Aberdeen side overcame Neil McCann's Kilmarnock on a penalty shootout at Rugby Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Beat Celtic 3-0 At Ibrox | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Celtic and Rangers both battled to a 1-0 win over St Johnstone and St Mirren on Wednesday ahead of their Premier Sports Cup clash at Ibrox on Sunday. Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel look back on the games before previewing the first meeting of the season between Derek McInnes and Martin O'Neill.We also discuss the other quarter finals including Stenhousemuir vs Hearts, Ross County vs Hibs and Kilmarnock vs Aberdeen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic & Rangers Both Win 1-0 Ahead Of Ibrox Face-off In Premier Sports Cup! | Right In The Coupon

Greg Stewart joins Si Ferry, Slaney & Andy Halliday to review the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership talking points as they discuss whether Rangers can make a title race out of the season after their 3rd win in a row which keeps Derek McInnes' side 5 points behind leaders Celtic.We also look at Hibs' crash in form after losing to newly promoted St Johnstone with pressure mounting on Manager, David Gray while Hearts came back from 1-0 down against Dundee to score a late winner to take then up to 2nd. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Rangers Still Title Contenders With Celtic & Hearts? | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Scott Allan, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel review Thursday Night’s Edinburgh Derby and discuss Celtic & Rangers’ last minute transfers in the summer window. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts Beat Hibs 3-1 + Celtic & Rangers Make Last Minute Signings | Right In The Coupon Live

Aiden McGeady returns to the show to join Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to get his thoughts on the eventful start to the season which has seen Celtic & Rangers crash out of their Champions League and Europa Conference League play-offs.The lads also review the weekend's big talking points including Derek McInnes getting his first SPFL Scottish Premiership win as Rangers Manager against Aberdeen at Pittodrie while Celtic bounced back from their midweek nightmare against LASK to beat Falkirk 2-1 as Martin O'Neill maintained their 100% record.The Edinburgh Derby is set to take place between Hibs and Hearts at Easter Road on Thursday night and the boys give their views on who is set to win the first derby of the season between the two. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aiden McGeady On Celtic & Rangers Nightmare Start & Edinburgh Derby | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Just when we thought this week couldn't get any worse for Scottish Football, Rangers were beaten on penalties by Czech side Jablonec to be knocked out of the Europa Conference League Play-Offs!Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel are LIVE as they react to a disastrous night for Derek McInnes and Rangers before getting on to Celtic's Champions League calamity from Tuesday night as they lost a FOUR goal-lead to LASK meaning they'll now be playing Europa League football this season.It wasn't all bad news this week however, as the lads discuss the heroic effort from Hearts in Vienna this week which saw them beat Rapid on penalties to reach the league phase of the UEFA Europa Conference League as well as chat about Hibs' late heartbreak as the came so close to qualifying against Gent at Easter Road before losing 3-2.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Crash Out To Jablonec, Celtic Meltdown In UCL & Hearts Through! | Right In The Coupon Live

After years of trying, we finally convinced BBC Sportscene host & former Rangers & Scotland striker, Steven Thompson to join Si Ferry, Slaney & Andy Halliday on the podcast!He shares some hilarious stories from his time working at the BBC as well as playing under Open Goal cult hero, Owen Coyle at Burnley during their promotion to the Premier League and his time at Cardiff with big hitters like Robbie Fowler and Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.We of course also discuss the Dundee Derby and his time coming through at Dundee United and winning the League Cup his boyhood team St Mirren! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hilarious Steven Thompson Tales On Rangers, Coyle At Burnley & More | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Ryan Jack joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to review a big week of European Football for Scottish Clubs as Celtic have one foot in the Champions League after an impressive 3-0 win over LASK with Rangers still having work to do following their 1-0 win over Jablonec at Ibrox after they went down to 10-men due to Cammy Devlin's red card.We also discuss a massive away result for Hibs as they kept a clean sheet over in Belgium against Gent to take back a 0-0 draw to Easter Road while their rivals Hearts were so close to a 1st leg victory over Rapid Vienna after a James Wilson wonder strike but a late equaliser saw the game finish 2-2 at Tynecastle.The lads chat about Motherwell's valiant effort against last season's Europa League Finalists, Freiburg and also look ahead to the first Dundee Derby of the season at Tannadice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Edge Past Jablonec, Celtic 3-0 vs Lask & Hibs & Hearts Get Draws | Right In The Coupon

Scottish Broadcasting Legend and funnyman, Tam Cowan joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to chat about the latest news including his beloved Motherwell's shock exit in the Premier Sports Cup to Stenhousemuir and Rangers drawing Celtic at Ibrox in the Quarter-Finals!The lads also discuss the huge news that Belgian, Sebastien Pocognoli has been appointed the new Manager of the Scotland National Team!We also look ahead to a massive week in Europe with Celtic taking on LASK in the Champions League Play-Off and Rangers, Hearts, Hibs and Motherwell all in Europa Conference League action! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Draw Celtic, Pocognoli New Scotland Manager & Tam Cowan! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

It's all happening in the transfer window now as Celtic confirmed the signing of Egyptian World Cup star, Haissem Hassan to add to their on-form forward options with German midfielder Mika Baur also on the verge of joining Martin O'Neill's side. Meanwhile, Rangers broke the news this week that Youssef Chermiti has been ruled out of action with an ACL only days after the club knocked back a potential record bid for the striker!Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel discuss the latest transfer news as well as look ahead to a big weekend of Premier Sports Cup action! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Sign Egypt Star Hassan & Chermiti Out For Rangers After Rejecting Bid! | Right In The Coupon

Ryan Jack returns to the show after his stint in Turkey to join Si Ferry, Slaney and his old teammate Andy Halliday to review the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership action! Derek McInnes is still looking for his 1st win as Rangers Manager as his side lost in injury time to Hibs, meaning the Ibrox side slip 5 points behind the league leaders after only 2 games!Meanwhile, Celtic's new £11 Million striker proved his worth with a 1st half hat-trick against Kilmarnock at Rugby Park which sent The Champions on their way to a 5-1 victory with Shaun Maloney leading the side in Martin O'Neill's absence.Despite their 6-1 humbling by Benfica midweek, Hearts finally got their first win under new Manager, Wouter Vrancken with an impressive 4-0 victory over Dundee United. Do the Jambos have what it takes to compete again? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hibs beat Rangers, Hogh Celtic hat-trick & Ryan Jack is back! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Right In The Coupon is back! Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson, Gordon Dalziel and Ian McCall look ahead to the 2nd weekend of the SPFL Scottish Premiership and assess whether Derek McInnes can get his 1st league win as Rangers Manager with his side taking on Hibs at Ibrox on Saturday!The also discuss Celtic's tough away tie to Kilmarnock on Sunday and whether their new forward signings Kasper Hogh and Camilo Duran will finally come alive after The Champions' edgy 1-0 opening day victory.Can Hearts and Falkirk bounce back from their Match Day defeats and who out of Aberdeen, Motherwell, St Mirren and St Johnstone will make it 2 wins out of 2? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Rangers & Mcinnes Bounce Back & Will Hogh Get Off The Mark For Celtic? | Right In The Coupon

What a podcast we’ve got for you this week as former Celtic & Scotland captain, Scott Brown makes his Open Goal debut!Scott reviews the opening weekend of the SPFL Scottish Premiership with Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday with Champions Celtic edging past Dundee on Flag Day on Kasper Hogh & Camilo Duran’s competitive debuts.They also look back on Rangers dropping points at Tannadice in Derek McInnes’ first league game as Manager at Ibrox as well as opening day victories for Motherwell, Aberdeen, St Mirren and newly promoted, St Johnstone while Hearts and Hibs struggle to find their feet so far!And of course Scott shares some brilliant career stories from his time at Celtic, Hibs and Aberdeen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SCOTT BROWN x OPEN GOAL | SPFL Opening Weekend Review | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

What a first podcast of the season we have for you with none other than Ally McCoist joining Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to preview the upcoming season of Scottish Football!Fresh off the plane from working on the World Cup Final in New York, Ally gets in about the real fitbaw with the return of the SPFL Scottish Premiership this week!The lads debate whether this year can live up to last season's drama with new Rangers Manager Derek McInnes looking to go a step further this time and bring the title back to Ibrox. We discuss whether Hearts can match their heroic standards of last season and if Champions Celtic can retain their title amid ongoing transfer chaos and tensions between club and fans! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ally McCoist x Open Goal 2026/27 SPFL Season Preview | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack look back on the incredible scenes from England's late collapse in the final minutes against Argentina in the World Cup Semi-Final!They also look ahead to the Final on Sunday - will it be an iconic 2nd World Cup win for Lionel Messi or will there be a passing of the torch to Lamine Yamal and Spain! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England Collapse as Messi & Argentina's Late Win Sends the to World Cup Final vs Spain!

Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday look ahead to an absolute epic set of World Cup semi-finals taking place this week as France take on Spain and Lionel Messi's Argentina face England for a  place in Sunday's Final! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will England Make First World Cup Final in 60 Years Against Messi & Argentina?

Derek Ferguson is in sensational form as he returns from his American adventure after watching his son Lewis Ferguson play in the World Cup for the Scotland National Team. He shares some hilarious tales on his time in Nashville, Boston, Miami and Colorado as he joined the 1st team players' friends and family group for some unbelievable experience at the tournament.Derek, Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday also look back on a dramatic Round of 16 as Magical Messi inspired Argentina to come back from 2-0 down with 10 minutes to go to win 3-2 and set-up a Quarter-Final with Switzerland. We also look back on 10-man England's victory against Mexico in the Azteca as the lads ponder whether the praise for the result has been over the top and discuss whether they'll be able to stop the on-form superstar from Norway, Erling Haaland. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek Ferguson On Watching Son Lewis In World Cup, England Face Haaland & Messi Magic vs Egypt

Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Scott Allan react to the huge news that Scotland Manager, Steve Clarke has resigned from his post following confirmation of the National Team's elimination from the World Cup Group Stages.Was it the right decision? Are other changes needed at the SFA? Who should be the next Scotland Manager? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Clarke steps down after Scotland exit World Cup

The time has arrived! Will Scotland make history against Brazil and get a result than sends us through to the knock-out round of a major tournament for the first time ever?Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack look ahead to the game and assess whether our lads like John McGinn, Scott McTominay, Andy Robertson & co can do what no Scotland side has ever done before against the Brazilian superstars including the likes of Neymar, Vinicius Jr, Raphinha and more!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SCOTLAND vs BRAZIL PREVIEW | Can Steve Clarke Make World Cup History Against Ancelotti's Superstars?

Falkirk Goalkeeper & Scotland Internationalist, Scott Bain and World Snooker Champion John Higgins joins Si Ferry, Andy Halliday and the returning Slaney from his trip to Boston to look ahead to Match Day 2 of the World Cup as Scotland take on Morocco! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SCOTLAND vs MOROCCO PREVIEW | Can Scotland Seal Qualification To World Cup Last 32?

It's been a long 28 years but Scotland are finally on the verge of playing their 1st game at the World Cup since 1998 with Andy Robertson set to lead the National Team out in Boston against Haiti.Ian McCall and Jamie Murphy join Si Ferry and Andy Halliday to preview Match Day 1 at the FIFA World Cup with both guests sharing some great stories on their own history with some of the current 1st team players including McCall signing Lawrence Shankland at Ayr during a crossroads in the striker's career and Jamie making his international debut alongside Scott McTominay and John McGinn. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

SCOTLAND vs HAITI | The Time Has Arrived - Will Scotland Win Their 1st World Cup Game In 28 Years?

It's Nearly Time! Scotland are about to take part in their first World Cup in 28 Years and the boys have you covered with our Summer Of Football podcast series!Join Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Special Guest, Tony Watt for the Ultimate World Cup Preview as we chat through Scotland's positive preparations so far ahead of their opening game against Haiti in Boston as well as discussing the rest of the teams - who will win it, who will disappoint and who will surprise the world on football's biggest stage in the USA, Mexico and Canada!#WorldCup #Scotland #Football Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Open Goal's Ultimate World Cup Preview | Will Scotland Make It To The Knock-Outs For The First Time?

Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel preview the Scottish Cup Final between Celtic and Dunfermline! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Martin O'Neill Win The Double For Celtic Over Neil Lennon's Dunfermline? | Right In The Coupon

The final day of the SPFL Scottish Premiership lived up to the hype as Celtic snatched an historic title away from Hearts in the dying minutes to win a 5th title in a row for The Champions.Marvin Bartley join the Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to review the pulsating drama from Saturday afternoon and the incredible season as a whole!What next for Martin O'Neill and Celtic? Will Derek McInnes and Hearts bounce back to challenge next season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Are Champions After Final Day Drama vs Hearts! | Keeping the Ball on the Ground

It all comes down to this! After an the most epic Scottish Football season in decades, the title race will finally be decided on Saturday as Champions, Celtic take on league leaders, Hearts in a winner takes all final day clash at Celtic Park!Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look back on the incredible events at Fir Park which saw Celtic claim a dramatic and controversial last-minute penalty that takes the title race to the last day showdown.The boys look ahead to perhaps the biggest weekend in Scottish Football history. Will Derek McInnes and his side become immortals at Tynecastle or will Martin O'Neill end his Celtic story with the most fairytale of endings? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic vs Hearts | SPFL Title D-Day - Who Will Be Crowned Champions? | Right In The Coupon

It all comes down to this! We've reached the final week of the craziest SPFL Scottish Premiership season of all time and it's down to two! Will it be underdogs Hearts or Champions Celtic that claim this season's title!?Tony Watt joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to review the weekend's action which saw Hearts drop vital points to Motherwell while Celtic officially ended Rangers title hopes, condemning them to 3rd with a 3-1 victory which included a spectacular overhead kick from Daizen Maeda! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Hearts Or Celtic Be Crowned SPFL Champions? | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to a massive weekend in the title race as Celtic take on Rangers in a must win game for Martin O'Neill's side to keep their title hopes alive! Will Hearts seal a historic title win this weekend if results go their way? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Rangers Take Celtic Down With Them In Title Race? | Right In The Coupon

Recorded immediately after Heart of Midlothian vs Rangers, Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack react to a massive 2-1 win for Derek McInnes' side which dumps Danny Rohl's men out of the title race!Do The Jambos have one hand on the title after Stephen Kingsley and Lawrence Shankland's goals delivered a huge win or do Celtic still pose a huge threat to Hearts making history as they're set to face a demoralised Rangers side at Celtic Park on Sunday!All drama as always in the SPFL Scottish Premiership! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts Dump Rangers Out Title Race With Celtic Last Contender Standing | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel look ahead to another gigantic weekend in the SPFL Scottish Premiership title race. Celtic travel to Easter Road to face Hibs on Sunday with the big question being posed... Do Hibs fans actually want to LOSE the game to avoid arch-rivals Hearts winning the league!?They also discuss the Monday Night Football taking place at Tynecastle between Hearts & Rangers - will Rangers be out of it if they lose or will they put themselves right back into contention with a victory? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do Hibs Fans Want To Lose To Celtic To Stop Hearts Winning the SPFL? | Right In The Coupon

By popular demand, Darren O'Dea is back with Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to dissect the latest rollercoaster weekend in the SPFL Scottish Premiership as Rangers blink first in the post-split fixtures after their 3-2 defeat to Motherwell at Ibrox.The lads also review Hearts crucial win over 9-man Hibs in the Edinburgh Derby with Blair Spittal's late winner maintaining their 3 point lead over Celtic who are now 2nd following their 3-1 victory over Falkirk. Are Marin O'Neill's side now looking like they've got what it takes to win another title? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Crash In Title Race, Hearts Beat Hibs & Are Celtic Revived? | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Rangers Captain, James Tavernier announced this week that he'll be leaving Rangers after 11 years at the club. Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel discuss the legacy that Tavernier leaves behind after rollercoaster time at Ibrox.The lads also look ahead to the first games of the post-split fixtures as Hearts, Rangers and Celtic enter the critical final stages of the SPFL Scottish Premiership title race! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does Tavernier Leave Rangers As A Legend? Post-Split SPFL Fixtures Kick-Off! | Right In The Coupon

The showpiece Scottish Cup Final in May will see Martin O'Neill take on his former player, Neil Lennon after a dramatic weekend of Semi-Finals which saw Celtic overcome St Mirren in Extra-Time and Championship side Dunfermline beat top-flight Falkirk!The boys review the weekend's action and also look ahead to the start of the MASSIVE post-split fixtures with Hearts, Rangers and Celtic facing their must-win games in their bid to win the title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin O'Neill vs Neil Lennon in Final & SPFL Title Run-in Starts! | Keeping the Ball on the Ground

It's Scottish Cup weekend with Neil Lennon's Dunfermline taking on Scottish Premiership side Falkirk in what's set to be a fiery Semi-Final!Celtic and St Mirren take each other on at Hampden for the first time since Stephen Robinson's side triumphed over a shell shocked Wilfried Nancy. With Martin O'Neill and Craig McLeish in the dugouts this time - will we see a different outcome!Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to the weekend's action! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will St Mirren Repeat Celtic Victory At Hampden & Can Lennon Get Dunfermline To Final? | Right In The Coupon

We've got a special location for the podcast this week as the boys record the show from the OVO Hydro, the venue for next month's Open Goa Live with Ally McCoist! The lads preview the show as well as discuss all the main talking points from the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership action!We discuss the insane scenes from the 9-goal thriller at Falkirk as Rangers came back from 2-0 down to win 6-3 to keep them within 1 point of the top. Hearts overcame a tough challenge against Motherwell to secure a late 3-1 win to maintain their lead and Celtic edged past St Mirren 1-0 to keep their title hopes alive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has Insane 6-3 Win Made Rangers Favourites For The SPFL? | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

The SPFL have announced their post-split fixtures and as ever, it's stirred up some vocal opinions among fans of the three teams leading the title race. Si Ferry, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel discuss the fixtures and who it might suit best between Hearts, Rangers and Celtic.They also look ahead to another big weekend of SPFL Scottish Premiership action at the top and bottom of the table as we brace ourselves for another dramatic few days! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do SPFL Split Fixtures Favour Celtic Over Hearts & Rangers? | Right In The Coupon

Another weekend goes by where one of the top 3 teams in the SPFL Scottish Premiership title race blinked with league leaders Hearts dropping crucial points which leaves only 3 points between The Jambos, Rangers and Celtic!Ian McCall returns to the show for another great laugh as well as analysis and discussion on the latest news coming out of the title race and the ongoing relegation battle with Stephen Robinson's Aberdeen suffering a damaging defeat to his old club St Mirren which sees them fall closer to the dreaded relegation play-off place! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Only 3 Points Split Hearts, Rangers & Celtic At The Top Of The SPFL! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel reflect on Scotland's 2 friendly defeats against Japan and Ivory Coast and question whether the reaction of some fans to boo the Steve Clarke's side despite their qualification for the upcoming World Cup. The lads also look ahead to the return of the SPFL Scottish Premiership this weekend as Hearts and Celtic face huge away ties with Derek McInnes' team heading to Livingston and Martin O'Neill returning to Dundee to take on a make or break game at Dens Park. In Glasgow, can Dundee United cause another upset in the title race by taking points off Rangers at Ibrox?There's also a huge game at the bottom of the table with St Mirren taking on Aberdeen - who will get a much needed three points in the fight against relegation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts, Rangers & Celtic Return To Title Race + Scotland Boos Reaction | Right In The Coupon

Charlie Mulgrew returns to the sofa with Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to join the discussion on the latest news from Scottish Football including Scotland's performances during the international break and the madness of the title race!And as ever expect some hilarious stories from Charlie, never been heard on the podcast before! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is It A Failure If Hearts Don't Win The League? Charlie Mulgrew On Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Clyde 1 DJ duo Steven Mill & Garry Spence face the Wings of FIRE with hilarious results as Si Ferry & Slaney put their trivia knowledge to the test in this Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge!Great reactions, stories and patter from one of Scottish radio's favourite double acts! We even have a go at Spence vs Shazam mid-hot wing meltdown! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🔥🥵 Clyde 1 DJs Hilarious Head Loss At Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge! | Steven Mill vs Garry Spence

The international break has arrived as Steve Clarke's squad meet up for the first time since their heroic World Cup qualification night against Denmark last year!Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to Scotland's upcoming friendlies with Japan and Ivory Coast and discuss what they're hoping to see from the squad this weekend as well as Steve Clarke's future and how far Scotland can go in the World Cup this summer!We also discuss the latest fall out from the title race between Hearts, Rangers and Celtic as well as how much trouble Aberdeen are in as the St Mirren and Killie close in on them at the bottom end of the table! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Far Can Scotland Go In The World Cup? Japan & Ivory Coast Preview | Right In The Coupon

Another weekend of drama unfolded in the SPFL Scottish Premiership as last week's favourites for the title, Celtic LOST to Dundee United to fall back to 3rd in the table behind Hearts and Rangers, severely damaging their hopes of retaining the league.Former Hearts midfielder, Ryan Stevenson joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to look back on the weekend's events and also get an insight into Ryan's career at Hearts, his new media career and his time in football both in Scotland and England! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are Celtic Out Of The Title Race? Ryan Stevenson On Hearts Title Challenge | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Hilarious scenes ensue as Scottish comedians, Darren Connell and Gary Faulds take on the Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge with the spice level ramped right up to the MAX!Si Ferry and Slaney show no mercy to the comedy duo leading to incredible reactions alongside some brilliant patter! This one has it all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren Connell vs Gary Faulds Hot Wings Challenge | Hot Wing Chaos As Comedians Lose Minds Over Spice!

Kasper Schmeichel's Celtic career looks to be over as he announced on TV this week that he's been playing with an injury in order to take part in Denmark's World Cup play-off but will now need surgery which will rule him out for months. The lads discuss the optics of this news and discuss whether it was right for the Goalie to persist with an injury during such a crucial time for Martin O'Neill and his team.All eyes are on Tynecastle this weekend as league leaders Hearts take on an in-form Dundee side in a game Derek McInnes will be looking to bounce back from last week's defeat to maintain their status as league leaders. Rangers will be looking to cut the gap further this weekend as they face a new test in Stephen Robinson's Aberdeen side who will be aiming to get themselves out of relegation trouble!It's all happening in Scottish Football once again so join Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel for all the latest chat and discussion! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Was Schmeichel Wrong To Play For Celtic Injured & Can Hearts Stay Top? | Right In The Coupon

This week, Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday are joined by a great guest with former Aberdeen, Hibs, Dundee United and Wigan midfielder sitting down with the boys to discuss the latest developments in the SPFL Scottish Premiership title race and to share some brilliant insight and stories into a career which saw him win BOTH the Scottish Cup and FA Cup!There are now only 3 points separating Hearts, Celtic and Rangers after Derek McInnes' side's surprise defeat to Kilmarnock - can Martin O'Neill and Danny Rohl take advantage of the league leader's slip up? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic & Rangers Close In On Hearts + Fraser Fyvie Makes Show Debut | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

What a Glen's Vodka Manager Of The Month interview we have for you this week! The one Si Ferry has been waiting on as he sits down with the Motherwell Manager, Jens Berthel Askou to celebrate his Scottish Premiership award for February and to discuss his revolutionary season at Fir Park!We get an insight into the incredible football he's brought to this Motherwell side, his aspirations for the future and his own footballing journey that inspired his Managerial approach!Not one to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jens Berthel Askou | Open Goal Meets... Motherwell Gaffer

Its back to SPFL Scottish Premiership action this weekend with a belter of game at Celtic Park set to take place with Motherwell taking on Martin O'Neill's side in what will be a critical 90 mins in the title race.Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson & Gordon Dalziel look ahead as well as discuss the news that Aberdeen have appointed St Mirren Manager, Stephen Robinson after weeks of going without a permanent Gaffer in the dugout.And how will this effect St Mirren in their battle for survival as they face Rangers on Sunday in a must-win game for Danny Rohl with Hearts looking to maintain their lead at the top as the face Kilmarnock at Rugby Park! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Motherwell Beat Celtic Again? Aberdeen Go For Stephen Robinson | Right In The Coupon

Aiden McGeady joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to look back on the madness from Ibrox on Sunday after fan chaos ensued on the pitch following Celtic's penalty shootout victory over Rangers in the Scottish Cup!We discuss all the fallout for both teams and where that leaves Martin O'Neill and Danny Rohl when it comes to their title challenges in the SPFL Scottish Premiership.We also discuss the other Scottish Cup ties with Neil Lennon delivering another underdog masterclass with his Championship Dunfermline side blowing away Aberdeen to secure a place at Hampden against their fierce rivals Falkirk.And despite their poor league form, St Mirren reached the semi-final to face Celtic - can they repeat the outcome of this season's League Cup Final victory? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aiden McGeady On Ibrox Carnage After Celtic Beat Rangers On Pens | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Celtic secured a huge 3 points in their bid to stay in the title race at Pittodrie on Wedensday night ahead of returning to Ibrox on Sunday to face Rangers in the Quarter Final of the Scottish Cup.Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel review the action from Aberdeen and look ahead to another face off between Danny Rohl and Martin O'Neill this weekend.The lads also preview the other Quarter-Finals including Dunfermline vs Aberdeen, Falkirk vs Dundee United & St Mirren vs Partick Thistle! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Edge Past Aberdeen To Stay In Title Race Ahead Of Return To Rangers | Right In The Coupon

It was incredible scenes at Ibrox on Sunday as Celtic kept their title hopes alive after coming back from 2-0 down to secure a 2-2 draw after a completely one sided 1st half from Rangers!Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack discuss all the major talking points from the game and what the ramifications are for both Danny Rohl and Martin O'Neill's sides in their bid for the SPFL Scottish Premiership title as table toppers, Hearts extended their lead even further following their 1-0 victory over Aberdeen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers 2nd Half Shocker As Celtic Come Back To Draw 2-2 At Ibrox! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Clyde 1 Superscoreboard's Monday line-up are in for a more fiery experience than Rangers vs Celtic at Ibrox as host Gordon Duncan & pundit Roger Hannah face the Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge. Not only that but Andy Halliday is on hosting duties with Si Ferry and Slaney to enjoy his colleague's suffering at the wings of fire!Great patter, hilarious reactions and some brilliant stories from the lads! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hot Wing Chaos For Clyde 1 Superscoreboard's Gordon Duncan & Roger Hannah! Andy Halliday Hosts!

The huge games keep coming in the SPFL Scottish Premiership as Rangers take on Celtic at Ibrox this Sunday in a game that could have massive ramifications on both team's title hopes!Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to the big game and give their view on whether it'll be Danny Rohl or Martin O'Neill that come away with a result that keeps their title dreams alive! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers vs Celtic Ibrox Preview! Is It Must Win For Both? | Right In The Coupon

Just when you thought the SPFL Scottish Premiership title race couldn't get any more mental, Celtic end up losing to Hibs at Celtic Park for the first time in 16 years and Rangers draw with bottom of the league Livingston, resulting in Hearts extending their lead at the top to 4 points following their 1-0 win over Falkirk!Ayr United forward, Jamie Murphy joins the lads to review another insane weekend and to look ahead to the massive game at Ibrox on Sunday between Danny Rohl and Martin O'Neill's two sides. Will the loser of the game be out of the title race? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic & Rangers Drop Vital Points As Ibrox Face-Off Looms | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to what's set to be another crucial weekend in the SPFL Scottish Premiership after last week's epic events.Are Hearts now in must-win territory after their defeat to Rangers last week and can Celtic finally win a game without leaving it to the last minute again!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is It Must Win For Hearts With Celtic & Rangers Closing In | Right In The Coupon

After an incredible Super Sunday in the Scottish Premiership, Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday are joined by a fantastic guest to review the weekend's action with former Celtic, Dundee and Republic of Ireland Defender, Darren O'Dea jumping on the sofa with the lads!We discuss Rangers' thrilling 4-2 victory over league leaders, Hearts at Ibrox as well Celtic's unbelievably dramatic finish at Rugby Park, coming back from 2-0 down at half-time with Julian Araujo scoring the winner in the dying seconds to seal yet another late victory for Martin O'Neill's side!We also get some brilliant insight from Darren on his recent time at Celtic as the club's B-Team Manager and then latterly Pathways Manager where he worked alongside the likes of Ange Postecoglou.He also shares some brilliant career stories from his time playing in the Last 16 of the Champions League against AC Milan's superstars, working under Gordon Strachan, dressing room tales and of course some Tommy Gravesen stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Beat Hearts 4-2 & Celtic Win It Late Again + Darren O'Dea! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Two of Scotland's funniest comedians take on the Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge with hilarious results as Mark Black and Marc Jennings bring the patter and the heat for this brilliant episode.Si Ferry and Slaney take the role of quizmasters once again as they put Mark & Marc's knowledge to the test as well as their phone a friend's featuring a cameo from Mark Cox, none other than Tam from Still Game! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scottish Comedians Mark Black vs Marc Jennings Hilarious Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge

The drama of the SPFL Scottish Premiership keeps delivering! It was an incredible midweek card with the last minute events of the games involving Hearts, Rangers and Celtic potentially having massive ramifications for this season's title race!Hearts scored an enormous late winner against their rivals Hibs on Tuesday night to maintain their lead while new signing, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scored on his debut to rescue three points against bottom of the league Livingston before on-loan Celtic defender, Stephen Welsh snatched a point for 10-Man Motherwell against Rangers, denting Danny Rohl's title charge.Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel discuss all the fallout from the major events of the week! Don't miss it! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oxlade-Chamberlain Saves Celtic, Welsh Dents Rangers & Hearts Beat Hibs Late! | Right In The Coupon

What a potentially pivotal couple of days in the race for the SPFL Scottish Premiership title as Hearts lost late to St Mirren leaving the door open for Rangers to cut Derek McInnes' side's lead to 3 points. Martin O'Neill will be frustrated as Celtic missed out on the opportunity to close the gap on Wednesday after their midweek tie with Aberdeen at Pittodrie was postponed.Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden & Gordon Dalziel review all the latest action including Hibs' dramatic last minute win against Dundee United with new signing Ante Suto scoring the injury time winner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers close gap on Hearts after St Mirren defeat & Celtic v Aberdeen off | Right In The Coupon

The boys were on the late shift this week to catch all of the last-minute deals as the January Transfer Window closed in Scotland. Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack discuss the very late signing of German striker Ryan Naderi to Rangers as well as Celtic's late loan recruits, Junior Amadu and Joel Mvuka as well as the huge news that the club knocked back a 3rd bid worth £25 million for Arne Engels!We also react to Scott Wright joining Dundee, Jame Wilson's dream move to Spurs and all of the other comings and goings on Deadline Day!And now it's all said and done with the squads finalise for the remainder of the season, the boys give their final predictions on who they think will win the SPFL Scottish Premiership! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Sign Naderi & Celtic Reject £25M For Engels On Deadline Day | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry is back on hosting duties as he joins Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel to look ahead to the weekend SPFL Scottish Premiership games with the title race continuing to heat up!The lads also discuss the latest news coming out of the January Transfer Window as Celtic's lack of movement continues to cause concern among fans while Rangers are showing their intent by knocking back impressive bids for their players as Danny Rohl aims to continue the side's winning run.How much of an impact will the next few days have on Derek McInnes, Danny Rohl and Martin O'Neill's title bid? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transfer Window Clock Is Ticking For Celtic, Rangers & Hearts | Right In The Coupon

We've got a great show for you this week as Andy Halliday and Slaney are joined by former Celtic defender and iconic Hibs Manager, Alan Stubbs who is reunited with his former player who was at the heart of transfer saga during his time at Easter Road, Scott Allan!There's some phenomenal chat on their days together in Edinburgh as well as great career stories from Alan plus the lads discuss the battle that took place at Tynecastle between Hearts and Celtic which saw Derek McInnes' side maintain their 6-point lead over Martin O'Neill's men after an entertaining 2-2 draw.Plenty to discuss from the game and the rest of the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership action as Danny Rohl made it 8 wins in a row for Rangers as they cut the gap with Hearts to 4 points plus Falkirk edge closer to Hibs after a convincing 4-1 for John McGlynn. Will Aberdeen still be looking at the Falkirk Gaffer even after their chaotic 6-2 win over David Martindale's struggling Livingston side? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts 2-2 Celtic + Alan Stubbs & Scott Allan Hibs Reunion! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry is still on the injury list so Slaney is back on hosting duties this week as he, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look ahead to the ENORMOUS top of the table clash between Hearts and Celtic at Tynecastle!Can Martin O'Neill claw back the deficit with the addition of new striker Tomas Cvancara and Derek McInnes' growing injury list with Lawrence Shankland and Cammy Devlin missing along with Beni Baningime through suspension.The lads also discuss the latest January transfer window activity as Rangers, Aberdeen and Kilmarnock all make moves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts vs Celtic Preview - Massive Top-Of-the-Table Clash At Tynecastle | Right In The Coupon

With Si Ferry off ill this week, Andy Halliday and Slaney lead the show with guests Scott Allan and Tony Watt as they discuss the big talking points from this weekend's Scottish Cup action with league leaders Hearts getting knocked out by Falkirk and Neil Lennon's Dunfermline causing a big upset at East End Park, knocking out his old Scottish Premiership side, Hibs!The lads also look ahead to the enormous top of the table clash at Tynecastle this weekend as Derek McInnes' side take on Celtic in a game that could potentially knock holders Celtic out of the title race? What does Martin O'Neill need to add to his squad in the days leading up to the game and what result would Rangers want as the continue their good form in the league? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Hearts Knock Celtic Out Of Title Race? | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Celtic and Hearts claimed BIG midweek wins as Martin O'Neill's side scraped past an impressive Falkirk side and Derek McInnes' table-toppers managed to win back-to-back games with 10-men to main sustain their 6-point lead in the SPFL Scottish Premiership!Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel review both games and discuss the latest January transfer news with Rangers being busy in the last couple of days. We also look ahead to this weekend's Scottish Cup games! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Escape Falkirk With 3 Points & Hearts Win With 10 Men Again! | Right In The Coupon

We've got a great show for you this week as Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday are joined by former Rangers, Kilmarnock and Aberdeen forward, Greg Stewart who makes his 2nd appearance on the show!The lads catch up with Greg on his latest stint in India where he was playing alongside none other than Jason Cummings as well as look back on his days at Rangers, Kilmarnock and Aberdeen!And we of course discuss the latest talking points from the weekend's SPFL Scottish Premiership games as a stunning save from 43 year old Craig Gordon secured a vital 3 points for Hearts, Danny Rohl's Rangers made it back-to-back wins against struggling Aberdeen and Celtic got back to winning ways under returning Gaffer, Martin O'Neill! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Transfer Fallout, Gordon's Stunning Save & Rangers Winning Rohl | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Just when you thought the Scottish Premiership season couldn't get any madder, Celtic go and sack Wilfried Nancy after only 33 days in charge at the club! Martin O'Neill will return to the dugout along with Shaun Maloney and Mark Fotheringham as they attempt to salvage Celtic's title hopes after a disastrous few weeks!Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel discuss all the fallout from the news as well as discuss Rangers' title charge under Danny Rohl, the search for Aberdeen's new Manager and the appointment of Neil McCann as the new Gaffer at Rugby Park! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin O'Neill Returns After Nancy Celtic Disaster + Rangers Beat Aberdeen | Right In The Coupon

Happy New Year! And what a blockbuster show we have for you to kick-off off 2026 as Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack review Rangers' dramatic 3-1 win over Celtic away from home to put them level on points with their arch-rivals and back in the title race, in the hunt for league leaders, Hearts!The boys review where the game was won and lost for Danny Rohl and Wilfried Nancy.We also discuss Dundee's win over Dundee United, Motherwell's electric form over Christmas and Aberdeen's dismal run which has led to the sacking of their Manager, Jimmy Thelin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Sack Wilfried Nancy After Celtic vs Rangers Defeat | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Join Si Ferry and Slaney for an hilarious chat with one of the Premier League's greatest personalities and characters, Neil 'Razor' Ruddock!Razor shares some brilliant anecdotes from his career at the likes of Millwall, Southampton, Spurs, Liverpool and West Ham.It's a great laugh and fantastic insight with Razor discussing his rollercoaster life and career which has seen him now reach a place of happiness in his life which is reflected in his great form with the lads on this edition of Open Goal Meets! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Neil Razor Ruddock | Open Goal Meets... Liverpool, West Ham, Spurs & Premier League Cult Hero!

It's the final Keeping The Ball On The Ground of 2025!Hearts proved the worth of their title-chasing status once again as they beat Rangers at Tynecastle to move 12 points clear of Danny Rohl's side. Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ian McCall discuss the significance of such a big win for Derek McInnes and his team and whether we can now view them as title favourites...Their closest challengers, Celtic, finally got their first win under new boss Wilfried Nancy in a 3-1 victory over Aberdeen. Can the Frenchman turn his disastrous start around and prove the doubters wrong? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts Beat Rangers & Nancy Gets 1st Celtic Win! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Wilfried Nancy's nightmare start at Celtic continued on Wednesday night as his side fell to a 2-1 defeat to Dundee United at Tannadice to make it 4 losses out of 4 for the new Gaffer. Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel discuss where this leaves Celtic and what they should do next to keep their title hopes alive!The boys also talk about Open Goal's big news this week that we'll be returning to the Hydro for a huge World Cup party for the Scotland National Team with none other than Ally McCoist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nancy's Celtic Nightmare Continues + Si & Slaney's Hydro Pints with McCoist! | Right In The Coupon

The unthinkable happened for Wilfried Nancy and Celtic as the Frenchman lost the crucial Premier Sports Cup Final against St Mirren to make 3 losses from his opening 3 games! Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Ross McCormack review an incredible achievement for The Buddies and Stephen Robinson and discuss where Celtic go from here as Nancy has a job on his hands to convince the Celtic support that he's the right man for the job!They also chat about Hearts extending their lead at the top of the table and Stuart Kettlewell getting sacked from his job at Kilmarnock after another damaging defeat. Who next at Rugby Park?#Football #Podcast #SPFL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nancy Horror Start at Celtic Continues as St Mirren Win the Cup! | Keeping the Ball on the Ground

It's a huge weekend ahead for Celtic and St Mirren as they take each other on at Hampden for the first piece of silverware of the season in the Premier Sports Cup Final! Can Wilfried Nancy bounce back from his debut defeat to Hearts and produce a trophy for Celtic or will Stephen Robinson etch his name into St Mirren folklore by bringing silverware back to Paisley?And can Hearts and Rangers put more points on the board and increase the pressure on Celtic while they get on with SPFL Scottish Premiership business this weekend? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Nancy Bounce Back & Win Celtic 1st Trophy Of the Season? | Right In The Coupon

What a show we have for you this week as former Scotland and Celtic Gaffer, Gordon Strachan sits down with Si Ferry, Slaney and Scott Allan to chat about his life and career in the game with brilliant anecdotes from his time Managing at Celtic Park and the National Team plus playing at World Cups under the likes of Jock Stein and his Manager at Aberdeen and Man United, Sir Alex Ferguson!We also discuss the big news from the weekend's action as Wilfried Nancy lost his first game as Celtic Manager to top-of-the table Hearts and is there a revival on at Rangers as Miovski starts to finally get the goals in for Rangers!And we can't have the former Scotland Manager on without discussing the National Team's World Cup draw as Steve Clarke's men have been pitted against Haiti, Morocco and Brazil in Boston & Miami! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amazing Gordon Strachan Chat On Football & Life + Celtic 1-2 Hearts | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Martin O'Neill ended his interim reign as Celtic Manager with another win to go level on points with Hearts at the top of the league after they conceded a last-minute equaliser to Kilmarnock at Tynecastle. The lads discuss O'Neill's impact on Celtic this season and question whether it's a gamble to let him go at this stage of the season for new Manager Wilfried Nancy...It was more dropped points for Rangers at Tannadice - has that ended any hope of Danny Rohl's side getting back into the title race? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin O'Neill Bows Out As Nancy Is Confirmed & Rangers & Hearts Drop Points | Right In The Coupon

One of our most popular guests from last year, Ian McCall joins Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday to discuss the latest news coming out of Scottish Football after the weekend's action! Chat includes Celtic's win over Hibs at Easter Road and Wilfried Nancy's appointment being delayed again. Plus another disappointing performance from Rangers as Danny Rohl drops points in the league for the first time while Hearts' lead over Celtic reduces further after their 0-0 draw with Motherwell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can Hearts Survive Celtic Title Charge & Rohl's Rangers Worrying Displays | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Derek Ferguson is back and there's plenty to catch-up on including his son, Lewis Ferguson's heroics with the Scotland National Team that sees him heading to the World Cup in USA, Mexico and Canada this summer as well as the latest restructuring at Rangers with Patrick Stewart and Kevin Thelwell losing their jobs this week amid fan pressure at Ibrox!The lads also discuss the impending arrival of Wilfried Nancy as the new Celtic boss ahead of their trip to face Hibs at Easter Road on Sunday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wilfried Nancy To Be Named New Celtic Manager & Derek Ferguson Is Back! | Right In The Coupon

Major news broke from Ibrox this week that Kevin Thelwell and Patrick Stewart have been let go from their senior positions at the club! Si Ferry, Slaney, Andy Halliday and Tony Watt discuss what this means for Rangers going forward as well as discuss the latest news coming out of the SPFL weekend's action plus the apparent imminent arrival of Wilfried Nancy to Celtic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Sack Thelwell & Stewart + Celtic Close In On Nancy | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

We're delighted to welcome back old friend of the show Mark Wilson, in a different capacity to usual on Open Goal! Si Ferry sits down with the new Partick Thistle Manager to celebrate his Glen's Vodka SPFL Championship Manager Of The Month victory for October!We discuss Mark's whirlwind few months at Thistle, going from temporary co-Manager with Brian Graham last season to being appointed in the position on his own and now challenging for the top spot in the Championship!He talks us through the process of his appointment, the start to the season, giving up his media duties including Clyde 1 Superscoreboard with Gordon Dalziel to take the role, player recruitment including his old Celtic teammate, Tony Watt and building his backroom staff with recent Rangers coach Alex Rae joining as his assistant!A great and enjoyable insight and reunion with Mark Wilson in this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MARK WILSON | Open Goal Meets... Partick Thistle Gaffer & Glen's SPFL Manager Of The Month

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden and Gordon Dalziel reflect on an absolute incredible night at Hampden which saw Scotland National Team finally qualify for the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1998! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland are going to the World Cup! | Right In The Coupon

Slaney has returned from his Buenos Aires adventure to tell the lads all about his experience at the Superclasico between Boca Juniors and River Plate!He joins Si Ferry, James McFadden & Gordon Dalziel to look ahead to Scotland's massive games against Greece and Denmark with a place at the World Cup in USA, Canada and Mexico at stake!They also discuss the latest on Celtic's Managerial search with odds shortening on Columbus Crew Manager, Wilfried Nancy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slaney's Back From Boca & Will Scotland Qualify For The World Cup? | Right In The Coupon

We've got a great show and guest for you this week as Si Ferry, Andy Halliday and Scott Allan are joined by SPFL cult hero & St Mirren defender, Alex Gogic!As well as chatting through all the latest action from the weekend's Scottish Premiership matches, we have a great chat with the Cypriot International on his life and career including growing up with an Olympiacos legend as his father, adjusting to life in Hamilton and Scotland after moving to Accies, his experience at Easter Road with Hibs and of course his time with St Mirren under Stephen Robinson with the League Cup Final on the horizon next month against Celtic!We also get his thoughts on Barry Ferguson's comments that he would have been one of his first signings if he got the permanent Rangers job this season!  👀 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Move For Wilfried Nancy? Alex Gogic Talks St Mirren, Hibs & Accies! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

What a laugh and episode we've got for you this week as Si Ferry & Slaney sit down with Premier League maverick and hilarious personality, David Bentley who shares some brilliant stories from his career.He chats to us about breaking through at Arsenal during the 'Invincibles' era, making a name for himself at Blackburn Rovers under Mark Hughes leading to an England call-up with David Beckham & co before moving to Spurs where he scored one of the most-famous goals in the Premier League in the North London Derby!Banter, stories and a bit of carnage - this one has it all!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Bentley | Open Goal Meets... Hilarious Spurs, Arsenal, Blackburn & Premier League Maverick

Si Ferry, James McFadden, Gordon Dalziel and Dylan McGeouch preview the weekend of SPFL Scottish Premiership action that lies ahead amid the fallout from last weekend's League Cup Semi-Finals with Martin O'Neill's Celtic squad experiencing a new lease of life and Danny Rohl looking to bounce back and keep Rangers winning run in the league going!Hearts extended their lead at the top last week but can they maintain it as they face Jim Goodwin's Dundee United at Tynecastle? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should Martin O'Neill Get The Celtic Job Longer Term? | Right In The Coupon

Si Ferry and Ross McCormack catch-up with Slaney and Andy Halliday fresh from their much-talked about live watchalong for the Celtic vs Rangers game to review the main talking points from Martin O'Neill's victory over Danny Rohl.The boys also look back on Saturday's other Cup Semi-Final which saw St Mirren triumph 4-1 over Andy's Motherwell side. Can Stephen Robinson take his legacy in Paisley one step further and bring a trophy home?We also discuss Hearts emphatic 4-0 win over Dundee which extends their lead over Celtic for the time being to 9 points! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celtic Beat Rangers To Set-Up League Cup Final With St Mirren | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden and Gordon Dalziel look back on the midweek Scottish Premiership action with Martin O'Neill and Shaun Maloney picking up 3 points against Falkirk in their 1st game in interim charge and Danny Rohl getting a big away win against Hibs at Easter Road ahead of Celtic taking on Rangers in this weekend's Premier Sports League Cup Semi-Final!We also look at the other semi-final with St Mirren holding Derek McInnes' in form Hearts to a 2-2 draw last night while Motherwell got a big victory over Dundee United at Fir Park ahead of Saturday's Hampden Park showdown.Jimmy Thelin's Aberdeen also got a much needed win away to Killie as the boys debate whether that result saved his job... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Martin O'Neill & Danny Rohl Get Big Wins Ahead Of Celtic vs Rangers Semi-Final | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

It's an unmissable podcast this week as Si Ferry, Slaney and Andy Halliday react to Monday night's bombshell news that Brendan Rodgers has RESIGNED from Celtic with Martin O'Neill and Shaun Maloney replacing him in interim charge. The boys also discuss majority shareholder, Dermot Desmond's personal statement HAMMERING the departing boss, labelling him 'divisive, misleading and self-serving'! We're then joined by Ross McCormack and Dylan McGeouch to discuss the rest of the weekend's headlines including the Hearts title charge as they went 8 points clear of Celtic after their 3-1 win at Tynecastle. They also review Danny Rohl's first win as Rangers boss over Kilmarnock and consider whether Jimmy Thelin's time is running out at Aberdeen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brendan Rodgers resigns as Dermot Desmond slams ex Celtic manager! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

It's all set-up to be a monumental weekend in the SPFL Scottish Premiership as top-of-the-table Hearts take on Celtic at Tynecastle with Derek McInnes' side having the opportunity to go 8 points clear with victory against Brendan Rodgers' team.The boys preview the game and debate whether Hearts are genuine title contenders if they win. They also discuss the appointment of Danny Rohl as Rangers Manager and whether he's the right man to finally turn things around at Ibrox. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Hearts Go 8 Points Clear Of Celtic? Is Rohl Right For Rangers? | Right In The Coupon

A weekend of absolute madness in the SPFL has teed up an epic podcast as former Rangers & Hearts forward, Kyle Lafferty joins the lads to discuss the appointment of Danny Rohl in the Ibrox hot-seat after the leading candidate, Kevin Muscat sensationally turned the position down on Saturday night!If that wasn't enough, Hearts extended their lead at the top of the table over Celtic after Steven Pressley's Dundee beat Brendan Rodgers' side for the first time since 1988 which prompted the Parkhead Gaffer to describe his squad as a Honda Civic! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danny Rohl Is The Rangers Manager, Rodgers Calls Celtic A Honda Civic & Hearts Extend Lead | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

Si Ferry sits down with the Glen's Vodka SPFL Scottish Premiership Manager Of The Month for August & September, Derek McInnes!What a time to grab a chat with the man of the moment as his Hearts side sit top of the table ahead of Celtic with the everyone talking about how far the Jambos can go this season!In a fascinating chat about the season so far, Jamestown Analytics, re-signing Lawrence Shankland, how the Hearts job came about and leading the table, we bring you a brilliant insight into life in the Tynecastle dugout! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Derek McInnes | Open Goal Meets... Hearts Gaffer - Top Of The League, Jamestown Analytics & Ambition

The Rangers Managerial saga continues as the lads discuss the latest reports of Steven Gerrard's odds shortening, Danny Rohl ruling himself out and Kevin Muscat now looking like the front runner!Who will end up in the Ibrox hotseat?#Football #Rangers #Scotland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

KEVIN MUSCAT THE LAST MAN STANDING FOR RANGERS MANAGER SEARCH? | Right In The Coupon

Jamie Murphy joins the lads to discuss the HUGE news that broke over the weekend that his and Andy Halliday's former Rangers Manager, Steven Gerrard has rejected the chance to return to the club!﻿We discuss the possible reasons why he decided not to go back, where this leaves the Rangers hierarchy Kevin Thelwell and Patrick Strewart and who would be an acceptable next option to take on the hot seat at Ibrox.We also look back on Scotland's World Cup qualifier victories against Greece and Belarus - it wasn't pretty but Steve Clarke's side is one step closer to getting on the plane to USA, Canada & Mexico! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steven Gerrard Rejects Rangers! Ex Players Jamie Murphy & Andy Halliday React | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

After 123 days in charge and a fan revolt, Russell Martin has been sacked from his role as Rangers Manager. The lads reflect on where it all went wrong for him at Ibrox and who should be the man to come in next to fix the current situation at the club.We're also delighted to be joined by St Johnstone maverick, Stevie Mallan as he reviews the weekend's Edinburgh Derby with the boys where Hearts maintained their league leader status over Celtic after Craig Halkett's dramatic injury time winner against Stevie's old side, Hibs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rangers Sack Russell Martin! Who Next For Ibrox? Plus Stevie Mallan Joins The Show! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

We've got an all-time classic served up for you as talkSPORT pundits Jamie O'Hara and Jason Cundy's day of reckoning has arrived for their slander on Scottish Football over the years as they face the fiery fate of the Buck's Bar Hot Wings Challenge!The banter and wings are on fire as the spice gets cranked up for these two former Premier League players - they'll never say another bad word about Scottish Football again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

🔥🥵 Jamie O'Hara vs Jason Cundy Hot Wings Challenge | talkSPORT Pundits In Turmoil At Wings Of Fire!

Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden and Gordon Dalziel review all the latest news coming out of Scottish Football this week as we head into the first Edinburgh Derby of the season with Derek McInnes' Hearts sitting top of the league! Can Hibs knock them off their perch on Saturday evening?Faddy also reflects on the atmosphere at Livingston vs Rangers as fans continued their protests against Russell Martin despite winning his 1st league game plus the lads discuss whether we'll see Motherwell take the game to Celtic away from home on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WOULD RANGERS FANS RATHER THEY LOST SO RUSSELL MARTIN GETS SACKED? | Right In The Coupon

Former Celtic, Hibs and Aberdeen midfiedler, Dylan McGeouch returns to the show this week to join the lads' discussion on the latest news coming out of Scottish Football including Hearts now hitting the league summit after Derek McInnes and his side beat Falkirk and Champions Celtic dropped points to Hibs at home. Can the Jambos put up a genuine title race this year as they go into the firsy Edinburgh Derby of the season this Saturday?Russell Martin also got his 1st league win as Rangers Manager in the dying minutes of their game against Livingston, however it didn't do much to change the views of the chanting Rangers fans at the game. Can Max Aarons injury-time goal serve as a turning point for the Manager during this hostile time?Dylan also gives us some great insight into life as a free agent at the minute as well as the PFA pre-season initiative he took part in during the summer for professional players currently without a club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hearts Top The League & Will Late Rangers Goal Save Russell Martin? | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

We're back with the Glen's Vodka SPFL Manager Of The Month Awards as Si Ferry sits down for a great and insightful chat with St Johnstone Manager, Simo Valakari to discuss their great start to The Championship, big moments so far at McDiarmid Park like beating Celtic, the heartache of last season's relegation and his previous playing career in Scotland at Motherwell under Alex McLeish, Harri Kampman and Billy Davies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simo Valakari | Open Goal Meets... | Si Ferry Chats With SPFL Manager Of The Month On Career & Life

Si Ferry, Slaney, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel look back on Celtic's opening Europa League game against Red Star Belgrade where Kelechi Iheanacho scored to earn Brendan Rodgers' side a draw. They also discuss the situation at Aberdeen as they suffered another defeat in the league to leave them winless and goalless at the bottom of the league and ask whether time is running out for Jimmy Thelin at Pittodrie!Russell Martin and Rangers also got a big win over Hibs the League Cup and so the boys discuss wether they can finally get some momentum in the league as they travel to Davie Martindale's Livingston on Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iheanacho Steps Up For Celtic In Belgrade & Is Time Running Out For Thelin? | Right In The Coupon

Slaney & Andy Halliday sub in for hosting duties while Si Ferry is off ill as the lads are joined by Scotland International & Sheffield Wednesday legend, Barry Bannan and Ross McCormack!The lads get a great chat with Barry about playing through the current difficult circumstances at Hillsborough amid the uncertainty around the club as well as hear some brilliant stories from his career at the likes of Aston Villa, Blackpool and Crystal Palace.And we of course discuss all the action from the weekend's Premier Sports Cup Quarter-Finals as Russell Martin got a huge win over Hibs despite animated fan protests against him outside and inside Ibrox to set-up a Semi-Final tie against bitter rivals Celtic. Andy Halliday & Motherwell are also heading back to Hampden for a 2nd season in a row after his side beat Aberdeen at Pittodrie which now sees them face Stephen Robinson's St Mirren for a place in the Final! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barry Bannan, Celtic vs Rangers In Semi-Final + Slaney & Andy Halliday Host! | Keeping The Ball On The Ground

The Right In The Coupon team, Si Ferry, Slaney, James McFadden, Derek Ferguson and Gordon Dalziel catch-up on the latest Scottish Football news from the week including a sighting of Russell Martin's Rangers squad at Loch Lomond for a team building day following their league defeat to Hearts...The lads also look ahead to this weekend's Premier Sports Cup Quarter-Finals as Hibs travel to Ibrox looking to emulate their Edinburgh rivals' recent victory there while Celtic make the short trip to Firhill to take on Gordon Dalziel's old radio colleague Mark Wilson and Partick Thistle plus Killie face St Mirren and Aberdeen welcome in-form Motherwell to Pittodrie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.