James Tavernier opted against taking up a seat on the bench for his final Ibrox fixture as a Rangers player, as he prepares to become a free agent, but will the long-serving full-back live to regret that decision? Alan Hutton believes those thoughts will form in time, with the ex-Gers defender also speculating with GOAL on what the immediate future could have in store.
Rangers are being backed to “trust” Danny Rohl, rather than join Celtic in the market for a new manager, with Alan Hutton telling GOAL why the German deserves time at Ibrox after inheriting “a mess”. A demanding fan base in Glasgow has been airing its frustration, with questions being asked of those on and off the field, but the Gers are being urged to favour stability in the dugout.
Outgoing Rangers captain James Tavernier has revealed the depth of his frustration following a breakdown in communication with manager Danny Rohl. The long-serving defender was a shock omission from the matchday squad during the 2-1 defeat to Hibernian, a game intended to be his final appearance at Ibrox after 11 years of service.
James Tavernier's legendary 11-year spell at Rangers has reached a dramatic and controversial conclusion following a heated confrontation with manager Danny Rohl. The Ibrox captain was sensationally dropped from the matchday squad for the Scottish Premiership clash against Hibernian and was almost denied the chance to say goodbye to the club's fans.
Celtic star Daizen Maeda produced a moment of pure magic to settle the latest Old Firm derby, sending Parkhead into a frenzy with a breathtaking overhead kick. The stunning acrobatic effort helped the Hoops secure a vital 3-1 victory over Rangers to move within one point of Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts.
Tottenham wonderkid Mikey Moore has opened up about a heart scare that forced him into six weeks of total bed rest during his breakout 2024-25 campaign. The 18-year-old winger revealed that the worrying diagnosis occurred just as he was set to start a major Europa League fixture, momentarily derailing his rapid ascent through the professional ranks.
The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.
Mikey Moore has long been billed as one of the most exciting wonderkids in British football, with Andy Gray telling GOAL why Rangers may continue to benefit from the 18-year-old’s impressive development. The teenage playmaker is tied to Premier League giants Tottenham, but a productive loan spell at Ibrox has been enjoyed and an extension to that deal could be thrashed out for 2026-27.
Russell Martin has opened up about his turbulent 123-day tenure as Rangers manager, insisting he holds no bitterness about his October dismissal. Despite overseeing a massive squad overhaul and enduring a poor run of form that left the club eighth in the Scottish Premiership, the 40-year-old remains defiant, viewing the immense pressure as a valuable learning experience.
Hearts haven’t won the title since 1960, while Motherwell clinched the trophy only in 1932. Yet both teams are aiming for the title with nine games left.
Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has expressed his deep concern that the iconic atmosphere of the Old Firm derby may be "lost" following the chaotic scenes that marred the end of Sunday’s Scottish Cup quarter-final. The Hoops secured a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Rangers at Ibrox, but the triumph was overshadowed by a significant pitch invasion. Police have already confirmed that nine arrests were made following the disorder, and more are expected in the coming days.
The historic Old Firm rivalry erupted into chaos following a dramatic Scottish Cup quarter-final clash at Ibrox. What began as a joyous pitch invasion by Celtic supporters celebrating a penalty shootout victory quickly turned violent as Rangers fans breached barriers. Police and stewards were forced to form a human wall to separate the warring factions and restore order.
Russell Martin has emerged as the leading candidate to take the reins at Leicester City following his departure from Rangers earlier this season. The 40-year-old is understood to be keen on the vacancy at the King Power Stadium as the club seeks a replacement for Marti Cifuentes, with the hierarchy viewing his previous promotion experience as the ideal solution to their current Championship struggles.
Manchester United are being urged to explore potential routes into the exciting new NBA Europe project that could be worth around $50 billion (£37bn). A potentially lucrative venture is being pitched by the National Basketball Association, with the plan being to create 12 franchises - and four teams that qualify without owning equity - which would be valued at up to $1 billion (£743m) each. Premier League giants United have been advised to join discussions regarding a crossover enterprise.
Russell Martin has reportedly been identified as one of the leading candidates to become the next head coach of the Columbus Crew. The 39-year-old Scottish manager is being considered to fill the vacancy left by Wilfried Nancy, who departed the defending MLS champions in December 2025 to take charge of Scottish Premiership giants Celtic FC.
Steven Gerrard has confessed that he may not return to football management anytime soon having turned down the 'perfect' Rangers job earlier this year. The Liverpool icon was heavily linked with a return to the Ibrox hotseat following Russell Martin's 123-day spell as Gers boss. However, despite coming close to a return to Glasgow, Gerrard opted against taking over the Rangers reins.
Wrexham have rejected a shock bid for summer signing Josh Windass as Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac's side make their transfer stance clear ahead of the January window. The 31-year-old became Wrexham's third signing in the summer transfer window after the Welsh club secured their third consecutive promotion to the Championship. The midfielder joined them as a free agent after leaving Sheffield Wednesday.
Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso has been touted to make a shock move back to his former club Rangers, where he played for a single but memorable season as a player. The 47-year-old has been manager of the Italian national side since June 2025 and is hoping to lead the Azzurri to the World Cup when they take part in March's play-offs. Rangers recently appointed Danny Rohl as their new boss, following the sacking of Russell Martin.
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