Celtic and Rangers face key Europa League fixtures this evening before attention turns to the Scottish Premiership on Friday night which could see fans return to Ross County as they host Livingston.
With four fixtures tomorrow evening it was part of a plan to look ahead to the crucial Europa League play-off clash with Serbia next Thursday, a win takes Scotland to Euro 2020… held in 2021.
Scroll down and click through for the latest from around Scottish football and transfer talk.
5. Mackay job under threat
Scottish FA performance director Malky Mackay could be set to leave his post as part of cost-cutting measures from the governing body. As many as 18 staff members could be made redundant with the SFA expected to lose around £4.5m. (Scottish Sun) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
6. Sparta Prague boss quiet on Covid
Sparta Prague manager Vaclav Kotal was coy on which players he will be missing for the trip to Parkhead in the Europa League on Thursday. It has been reported the Czech side could be without up to seven players for the match. (Daily Record) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
7. Benfica boss wary of Rangers
Benfica boss Jorge Jesus paid tribute to Rangers, noting their “history” and giving Steven Gerrard’s men the credit of being “the strongest opponent we've encountered”. Jesus is wary of the threat of the Ibrox side having performed so well against Braga and Porto last season. (Daily Record) Photo: SNS Group Craig Williamson
8. Christie Premier League interest
Ryan Christie is set to see an increased interest from the Premier League in January, That’s the view of ex-Aberdeen striker Noel Whelan. Christie impressed in the recent Scottish Cup semi-final win over Aberdeen with a fantastic goal. Whelan said: ““People will be keeping tabs on his performances, especially if he plays as well as he did against Aberdeen. Premier League clubs may be thinking about a move in January and if not then, the end of the season.” (Football Insider) Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group