Scottish premier league.

[Double C]

Corruption strikes again

[windermereROYAL]

I think Celtic will get a suspended points deduction similar to the one we got after Port Vale, but should be 10 points.

[Sutekh]

I think Celtic will get a suspended points deduction similar to the one we got after Port Vale, but should be 10 points.

Yes, like most authorities, the SPL wouldn’t want to rock any boats so a suspended deduction for a year or two would be perfect as it’s unlikely to ever be triggered and so any problem effectively goes away.

[Clyde1998]

I'd argue the game was abandoned. The third goal went in with thirty seconds of the indicated additional time remaining and the game never restarted.

3. Allowance for time lost
Allowance is made by the referee in each half for all playing time lost in that half through:
• substitutions
• assessment and/or removal of injured players
• wasting time
• disciplinary sanctions
• medical stoppages permitted by competition rules, e.g. ‘drinks’ breaks (which should not exceed one minute) and ‘cooling’ breaks (ninety seconds to three minutes)
• delays relating to VAR ‘checks’ and ‘reviews’
• goal celebrations
• any other cause, including any significant delay to a restart (e.g. due to interference by an outside agent)

The fourth official indicates the minimum additional time decided by the referee at the end of the final minute of each half. The additional time may be increased by the referee but not reduced.

The referee must not compensate for a timekeeping error during the first half by changing the length of the second half.

Of course, I don't expect anything to actually happen...

[AthleticoSpizz]

Make the fukkas replay it behind closed doors…..and no tv coverage revenue….that goes to charidee

[Stranded]

I'd argue the game was abandoned. The third goal went in with thirty seconds of the indicated additional time remaining and the game never restarted.

3. Allowance for time lost
Allowance is made by the referee in each half for all playing time lost in that half through:
• substitutions
• assessment and/or removal of injured players
• wasting time
• disciplinary sanctions
• medical stoppages permitted by competition rules, e.g. ‘drinks’ breaks (which should not exceed one minute) and ‘cooling’ breaks (ninety seconds to three minutes)
• delays relating to VAR ‘checks’ and ‘reviews’
• goal celebrations
• any other cause, including any significant delay to a restart (e.g. due to interference by an outside agent)

The fourth official indicates the minimum additional time decided by the referee at the end of the final minute of each half. The additional time may be increased by the referee but not reduced.

The referee must not compensate for a timekeeping error during the first half by changing the length of the second half.

Of course, I don't expect anything to actually happen...

Unsurprisingly. the SPFL statement confirms that the referee has confirmed that he blew the whistle and ended the game-

Would be interesting* if they tried to challenge that statement legally. Not saying they should or indeed will, but would be interesting nonetheless.

[Clyde1998]

Hearts statement:

Heart of Midlothian Football Club would once again like to thank our incredible supporters for their magnificent backing throughout this season, and to provide an update in relation to the events which unfolded at Celtic Park on Saturday.

As previously noted, the Club is investigating events before, during and after the match, and will offer Police Scotland our full support as they continue with their enquiries.

We have also written to the SFA and SPFL setting out our observations and questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the premature ending of the match, and expressing our concern that a troubling precedent has been set whereby a pitch invasion can effectively determine the duration of a football match, rather than the match officials. We have asked them for a prompt response to the points we have raised.

The incursion of spectators onto the field of play must never be condoned under any circumstances, and the seriousness of the potential consequences must be fully understood by supporters and clubs alike.

We are aware of highly irresponsible comments made publicly this week, which appear to seek to defend those who entered the pitch on Saturday and undermine the gravity of the situation. Those remarks carry dangerous implications, and we call upon the football authorities to ensure that this matter is addressed with the seriousness it demands, and with the full cooperation of all involved.

This has been an excellent season for Heart of Midlothian. However, it represents only the very beginning of our plans for long-term sustained success. We look ahead to next season with confidence, supported as ever by the exceptional backing of our fans, sponsors and partners.

Heavily suggests they believe the game was abandoned.

[Stranded]

Hearts statement:

Heart of Midlothian Football Club would once again like to thank our incredible supporters for their magnificent backing throughout this season, and to provide an update in relation to the events which unfolded at Celtic Park on Saturday.

As previously noted, the Club is investigating events before, during and after the match, and will offer Police Scotland our full support as they continue with their enquiries.

We have also written to the SFA and SPFL setting out our observations and questions regarding the circumstances surrounding the premature ending of the match, and expressing our concern that a troubling precedent has been set whereby a pitch invasion can effectively determine the duration of a football match, rather than the match officials. We have asked them for a prompt response to the points we have raised.

The incursion of spectators onto the field of play must never be condoned under any circumstances, and the seriousness of the potential consequences must be fully understood by supporters and clubs alike.

We are aware of highly irresponsible comments made publicly this week, which appear to seek to defend those who entered the pitch on Saturday and undermine the gravity of the situation. Those remarks carry dangerous implications, and we call upon the football authorities to ensure that this matter is addressed with the seriousness it demands, and with the full cooperation of all involved.

This has been an excellent season for Heart of Midlothian. However, it represents only the very beginning of our plans for long-term sustained success. We look ahead to next season with confidence, supported as ever by the exceptional backing of our fans, sponsors and partners.

Heavily suggests they believe the game was abandoned.

Yeah, I can't imgine Tony Bloom is the kind of guy to let this die down quietly.

[From Despair To Where?]

Bit disappointed to see that it looks like Laurence Shankland is joining Rangers.

[Winston Biscuit]

Sounds like Rohl is leaving Rangers to go to Salzburg and Derek McInnes will leave Hearts to take over at Rangers

[From Despair To Where?]

Disappointingly predictable.

[Orion1871]

Sounds like Rohl is leaving Rangers to go to Salzburg and Derek McInnes will leave Hearts to take over at Rangers

[Sanguine]

Sounds like Rohl is leaving Rangers to go to Salzburg and Derek McInnes will leave Hearts to take over at Rangers

Ugh. Feels like Bundesliga, where a team makes a challenge to Bayern one season, and then sells them their best players that summer.

[From Despair To Where?]

Shankland to Rangers has been talked about for a couple of years. It's just a shame to see him make the move at a time when Hearts look to be in a position to establish themselves as genuine challenges to the Old Firm.

Not actually convinced he'll do that well there. Ibrox is a pretty unforgiving place if you don't hit the ground running.

[Clyde1998]

Shankland to Rangers has been talked about for a couple of years. It's just a shame to see him make the move at a time when Hearts look to be in a position to establish themselves as genuine challenges to the Old Firm.

Not actually convinced he'll do that well there. Ibrox is a pretty unforgiving place if you don't hit the ground running.

I think he'll do fine, as he's always scored goals when he gets the ball in the right area at that level and Rangers will get the ball a lot in the right areas for him. Derek McInnes doing the Rangers job will probably help him too.

Right-back Ross McCrorie has also returned to Rangers after being a regular at Bristol City.

It does feel like Rangers will be giving some opportunities to Scottish players, which they haven't been doing over the past few seasons.

[Winston Biscuit]

Scottish football starts up again today. Cup matches going on right now

[Stranded]

Scottish football starts up again today. Cup matches going on right now

One of the few things I like about Scottish football is they have a group stage in their "minor" cup in July - better to have some low key competitive games than random friendlies in many ways.

[Winston Biscuit]

Craig Gordon announces his retirement

Always found it fascinating how he took 2 years out of football with a knee injury and his contract being up, and he didn't know if he would ever recover so while off he was a coach at Dumbarton, and I read before that he was volunteering to help out with football training at a school. Then he came back into the game and won the league 5 times and played for Scotland for 12 years

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/02/inj ... etirement/

2013

Gordon was among Dumbarton manager Ian Murray’s backroom team on Saturday after taking up an offer to help out on an informal basis and he admits coaching could be his future.

Gordon told Dumbarton’s website: “It’s very unlikely I will be playing again this season. In fact I’m not sure if I’ll play again, so I’m looking to get into coaching as I want to remain in the game.

[Clyde1998]

Craig Gordon announces his retirement

Always found it fascinating how he took 2 years out of football with a knee injury and his contract being up, and he didn't know if he would ever recover so while off he was a coach at Dumbarton, and I read before that he was volunteering to help out with football training at a school. Then he came back into the game and won the league 5 times and played for Scotland for 12 years

https://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/02/inj ... etirement/

2013

Gordon was among Dumbarton manager Ian Murray’s backroom team on Saturday after taking up an offer to help out on an informal basis and he admits coaching could be his future.

Gordon told Dumbarton’s website: “It’s very unlikely I will be playing again this season. In fact I’m not sure if I’ll play again, so I’m looking to get into coaching as I want to remain in the game.

Not surprised about this, tbh.

From a Scotland POV, he was a tremendous player for us over the years. The fact he recovered from multiple horrific injuries* and came back into the international scene each time is a testament to his dedication and commitment.

I hope he stays around the Scotland camp as a goalkeeping coach or something going forward.

Just a question of where he could've ended up in his career if it wasn't for his injuries, as I think he could've become one of the top goalkeepers of his generation.

*Including a double leg break (ie. both legs getting broken in the same incident) at the age of forty.

[Stranded]

Didn't realise that the SPL starts again on 31st July.

They really did not expect Scotland to last very long at the World Cup at all did they.