A football-less weekend is something that if we are not used to now we will have to get familiar with for the foreseeable future. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon yesterday reiterated her view that there would be a ban or restrictions on mass gatherings and public events for “some months”.
Meanwhile, Uefa seemed to open the door for the SPFL to call time on the Ladbrokes Premiership despite a desire amongst some clubs for the season to be finished behind closed doors.
Click and scroll through for all the news from around Scottish football as we prepare for another football-less weekend.
5. Aberdeen don't want permanent change
Aberdeen chief Dave Cormack doesn’t want a permanent change to league reconstruction. He compared making such a move during a crisis to rearranging the deckchairs on the titanic. Cormack wants one season of a 14-team Premiership before it realigns. (Various) | Other 3rd Party Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
6. Dempster's pragmatism for football's return
Hibs chief Leeann Dempster has admitted she is being “pragmatic” about the re-start of the Scottish football season. The club, who unveiled their ‘Thank You NHS’ tribute for next season’s home shirt, are, however, continuing to prepare and organise for when football does return. (The Scotsman) | Other 3rd Party Photo: Gary Hutchison - SNS Group
7. SPFL set for Monday meeting
The SPFL are set to meet on Monday to discuss the next steps regarding the conclusion of the Scottish Premiership. Uefa released their guidelines for seasons finishing with their preference for them to be concluded on the field. A big decision is unlikely by the SPFL just yet. (Scottish Sun) | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group Rob Casey
8. Rangers back Aberdeen plans
Rangers have backed Aberdeen’s proposal for the Premiership to restart behind closed doors. The Dons wrote to the SPFL, SFA and the 11 clubs with the Ibrox side endorsing the plan. It is, however, expected to be rejected. (Daily Record) | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group Rob Casey