Summary

  • Five games on Saturday, including St Johnstone v Rangers (12:30 BST)

  • Hearts host Hibs in Edinburgh derby on Sunday (12:00)

  • Full card in the lower leagues

  1. Goodbye for now...published at 15:15 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    That'll do us for today. Thanks for joining.

    We'll be back tomorrow with coverage of all the domestic action, starting with Rangers' trip to St Johnstone (12:30 BST).

    Enjoy the rest of your Friday.

  2. Ross says Hearts & Hibs' starts enhance derbypublished at 15:13 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Hearts v Hibernian (Sun, 12:00)

    Hibs boss Ross also said that both Edinburgh sides' starts to the season adds fuel to this Sunday's derby.

    "It's a great fixture at any time," he adds. "We missed it last season.

    "We have both started the season so well, that adds a little bit to it.

    "We understand the importance of having two strong teams in the city. That's healthy for both clubs."

  3. 'Boyle ready to' for Edinburgh derby - Rosspublished at 15:10 British Summer Time 10 September 2021
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    Hearts v Hibernian (Sun, 12:00)

    Hibs head coach Jack Ross confirms forward Martin Boyle "is ready to go" on Sunday.

    The winger missed Australia's game against Vietnam earlier this week due to "precaution rather than concern".

    "We knew why he came off and we knew he wouldn't play in the second game," Ross says.

    "There was never any concern. He will be ready to go on Sunday."

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  5. Postpublished at 14:46 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    SportsceneImage source, BBC Sport

    As ever, Sportscene will bring you the best of the action this weekend.

    Jonathan Sutherland will be joined by Michael Stewart and Chris Iwelumo on Saturday's show (19:30 BST, BBC Scotland).

    And on Sunday, Marvin Bartley and James McFadden will reflect on the Edinburgh derby (19:30, BBC Scotland) with Steven Thompson on presenting duties.

    There will be live radio commentary of that game on Sportsound, as there will be from St Johnstone v Rangers and Celtic v Ross County on Saturday.

    No bad, eh?

  6. Edinburgh derby will be '200 miles an hour' - Neilsonpublished at 14:34 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Hearts v Hibernian (Sun, 12:00)

    Hearts boss Robbie Neilson says his side's impressive early season form counts for nothing as they go into a top-of-the-table derby this Sunday.

    "It’s been a good start but what’s happened in the last six weeks doesn’t really matter," Neilson told the media this afternoon.

    "It’s all about what happens when it kicks off on Sunday. We need to find a way to win the game. It’s so important for the fanbase, the club and also for the players and their league position.

    Robbie NeilsonImage source, SNS
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    Neilson was named August's Premiership manager of the month after taking 10 points from the first four games

    “It’ll be 200 miles an hour. It’s about being up for that battle at the start and then having the composure to go and play.

    "We’ve got a number of boys that have played in it or played in Dundee or Glasgow derbies, so I expect us to be ready for it.”

    Neilson also said he expects defender Michael Smith to be available after he suffered a minor injury on international duty with Northern Ireland.

  7. Time to get the latest from Tynecatle...published at 14:26 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Hearts v Hibernian (Sun, 12:00)

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    Let's hear from Hearts boss Robbie Neilson ahead of Sunday's Edinburgh derby

  8. 'He's been outstanding' - Gerrard on McCroriepublished at 14:20 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    St Johnstone v Rangers (Sat, 12:30)

    Ex-Liverpool captain Gerrard has also been reflecting on keeper Robby McCrorie's performances and was full of praise for his coaching staff who "stepped forward" while he was in self-isolation.

    "We have always had a plan for Robby," Gerrard adds. "To prepare him to one day be a Rangers number one and in the short-term to be one of our main goalkeepers.

    Robby McCrorieImage source, SNS
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    Rangers keeper McCrorie played his part in a 1-0 Old Firm win last time out

    "He was outstanding in the last few weeks and this follows on from how he returned in pre-season.

    "I am here to manage from the sidelines so I don't want to experience it again. What me so proud was how we all stuck together when we were tested.

    "Michael [Beale] and Gary [McAllister] stepped forward tremendously well and the players followed them."

  9. Rangers board 'held strong' - Gerrardpublished at 14:10 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    St Johnstone v Rangers (Sat, 12:30)

    In the meantime, let's hear from Rangers manager Steven Gerrard.

    The Ibrox boss has given his assessment on the transfer window, saying his board have "held strong".

    "At Rangers, you always want to keep hold of your best players," he says. "I understand the business side and I was prepared that it may happen.

    "This club has had some real healthy bids for players in the last few seasons and the board has held strong as they were below our valuations."

  10. Boyle claims player of the monthpublished at 14:02 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Hearts v Hibernian (Sun, 12:00)

    Hibs forward Martin Boyle has claimed the Premiership's player of the month for August after netting four goals in as many games.

    But all Hibs fans will be caring about is whether their star man is fit for the weekened.

    We should hopefully have confirmation from Jack Ross shortly...

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  11. 'My job is to bridge gap' - Postecogloupublished at 13:53 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Celtic v Ross County (Sat, 15:00)

    Postecoglou went on to say how he is hoping to "bridge the gap" in coming games.

    "I look at that first block of games and we showed we are heading in the right direction," the Celtic manager adds.

    "We got knocked out the Champions League and lost some games. That doesn't sit well with me.

    "But my job is to make sure through this next phase we bridge that gap."

    PostecoglouImage source, SNS
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    Postecoglou's Celtic have lost two of their opening four Premiership games

  12. Kyogo 'optimistic' about getting back - Postecogloupublished at 13:44 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Celtic v Ross County (Sat, 15:00)

    Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou says Kyogo Furuhashi is "optimistic about working hard to get back" from injury.

    While the injury comes as a disappointment, Postecoglou told the media how is pleased with the outcome of Celtic's transfer window

    Ange & KyogoImage source, SNS
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    Postecoglou (left) will be without Kyogo (right) for at least three to four weeks

    "We had to bring in a fair few players," he says. "It was a bit of a challenge. Every deal we made, a lot of work was behind it.

    "We brought in 12 in the end, too many in one window but we needed to do that."

  13. get involved

    Kyogo reaction...published at 13:33 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

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    Gary Small: Big blow

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    FplTheKilliePie: Congratulations Rangers on winning the league

  14. 'I swapped scarves with a Celtic fan' - Jotapublished at 13:27 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Celtic v Ross County (Sat, 15:00)

    Might Portuguese winger Jota be the man to fill the void left by Kyogo?

    The on-loan Benfica forward was on press duties earlier this week and told the media how he has had a soft spot for the club since he was a kid.

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    Who replaces Kyogo?published at 13:18 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

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    Celtic fans, how will you deal with the loss of Kyogo?

    Who comes in to replace the Japan forward while he's out the team?

    Tweet us @BBCSportScot to join the discussion...

  16. Kyogo out for at least three to four weekspublished at 13:12 British Summer Time 10 September 2021
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    Celtic v Ross County (Sat, 15:00)

    Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has confirmed forward Kyogo Furuhashi will be out for at least three to four weeks.

    The 26-year-old was hurt during Japan's World Cup qualifying win over China on Tuesday.

    Kyogo has made an impressive start to his Celtic career, scoring seven goals in nine appearances since signing from Vissel Kobe in August.

    Celtic are due to play seven matches domestically and in the Europa League between now and the 3 October.

    KyogoImage source, Getty Images
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    Kyogo (left) suffered the injury against China on Tuesday

  17. Kyogo update incoming...published at 13:09 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Celtic v Ross County (Sat, 15:00)

    Celtic fans, there has been speculation surrounding your forward Kyogo Furuhashi's fitness after an injury sustained on international duty.

    We have news on that coming right up from your manager.

  18. International break has 'helped' Livi - Martindalepublished at 13:06 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Dundee v Livingston (Sat, 15:00)

    Livingston travel to face McPake's Dundee tomorrow looking for their first points of the season.

    Boss David Martindale says the international break has been beneficial to his side in getting players back fit.

    “The couple of weeks without a game has helped," he says. "We’re getting there numbers wise.

    "We’ve gone from one extreme to the other. We’ll probably have around three or four players who are available but won’t be in the squad this weekend."

    David MartindaleImage source, SNS
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    Martindale's side have failed to take any points from their first four games

  19. 'I can see how Griffiths' game has developed' - McPakepublished at 12:55 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Dundee v Livingston (Sat, 15:00)

    Dundee boss James McPake has been pleased with what he has seen from former team-mate Leigh Griffiths on the training ground.

    The striker scored in a bounce game with his first touch and may be handed a second debut tomorrow against Livingston.

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    Griffiths (left) & McPake (right) played together at Hibs

    “I am enjoying working with him," McPake says. "I only knew him as a player in the same team and now coaching him I see how he has developed his game.

    “You don’t have the career he has had without learning. At Hibs he was just a really serious goalscorer, a good player, but now I think he can take the ball in and do a lot more."

    McPake also confirmed midfielder Charlie Adam is "ahead of schedule" and could return from a groin injury this month.

  20. Dens Park it is...published at 12:49 British Summer Time 10 September 2021

    Dundee v Livingston (Sat, 15:00)

    Time's up. Livi fans, you'll have to wait a bit longer.

    Dundee boss James McPake was talking about the man he is leaning on during this week's presser...

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    Will Leigh Griffiths make his Dundee return this weekend?