East Stirlingshire Overview

Arteta hails Alonso’s 'really smart' Chelsea signing ahead of Arsenal showdown

Mikel Arteta has lauded Xabi Alonso and Chelsea for their shrewd acquisition of Emiliano Martinez as Arsenal prepare to host their London rivals in a blockbuster early-season clash. The Spanish tactician believes the World Cup-winning goalkeeper is exactly what the Blues needed to solidify their defence and significantly enhance their Premier League title credentials this term.

Blow for Keane! Utd icon's son-in-law AXED from Villa Champions League squad

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery has left new £25 million signing Taylor Harwood-Bellis out of his 25-man Champions League squad. The 24-year-old defender, who is the son-in-law of Manchester United legend Roy Keane, joined from Southampton on deadline day but faces a waiting game for top-tier European action despite expressing his eagerness to perform on the continent's biggest stage.

Aston Villa handed major boost ahead of Hull trip

Aston Villa have received a major boost as club-record signing Johan Manzambi has returned to first-team training on Thursday following a knee injury. The Swiss international midfielder could make his debut sooner than expected, but manager Unai Emery remains determined not to rush him into action against Hull City on Saturday after two tough defeats.

Bayer 04 Leverkusen v Sevilla FC - Pre-Season Friendly

Newcastle and Villa eye January move for Kofane

Newcastle United and Aston Villa are reportedly planning to reignite their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane in January. Both Premier League clubs failed to land the 20-year-old before the deadline but remain keen on securing his signature.

SC Freiburg v Aston Villa FC - UEFA Europa League Final 2026

From the Kingdom to Athens: a surprise move ruins Bailly's transfer to the Saudi league

The Jamaican winger was targeted by Al-Ittihad and Al-Diriyah

Winners & losers of the 2026 summer transfer window

The Premier League once again flexed its financial muscles in the market, but some of its clubs paid extraordinary fees for ordinary players

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
12	Caledonian Braves	34	12	9	13	47	43	4	45	W W W W L
13	Berwick Rangers	34	12	6	16	42	48	-6	42	W L L L W
14	East Stirlingshire	34	12	4	18	58	68	-10	40	L W L W W
15	Broomhill FC	34	11	6	17	56	59	-3	39	W D W L D
16	Gala Fairydean Rovers	34	9	5	20	45	87	-42	32	L L D W L

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