Rangers manager Derek McInnes has been handed a four-match touchline ban by the Scottish Football Association following his controversial remarks regarding a penalty awarded to Celtic last season. The newly appointed boss described the stoppage-time decision as "disgusting" while still managing Hearts, prompting Rangers to strongly contest the disciplinary action.
Celtic should consider bringing Robbie Keane in alongside Martin O’Neill at some stage, Tony Cascarino has told GOAL, with the perfect managerial mentor in place at Parkhead for a potential head coach of the future. The Hoops are placing trust in a familiar face for now, but are aware of the need to find a long-term successor to their evergreen 74-year-old boss.
USMNT defender Cameron Carter-Vickers has finally returned to pre-season training with Celtic following a devastating Achilles rupture. The 28-year-old was sidelined since October, enduring a gruelling rehabilitation process that cost him a place at the World Cup, but is now ready to step up his recovery ahead of the new campaign.
Celtic have officially confirmed that former Liverpool and Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain has committed his future to the club by signing a new contract extension. The experienced Englishman, who joined the Hoops to bolster their midfield ranks, will now remain at Parkhead for at least another season as the club looks to maintain its dominance in Scottish football.
Ange Postecoglou will find it “hard” to land another Premier League job following his issues at Tottenham and Nottingham Forest, former Celtic striker Tony Cascarino has told GOAL. The Australian tactician, who delivered title glory during his time at Parkhead, is among those said to be in the frame to take over as Scotland boss following Steve Clarke’s departure.