Scottish Championship

Celtic defender Stephen Welsh sports the armband as he marshalls Ayr United's George Oakley along with young teammates Kyle Ure (No 54) and Josh Dede (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Another big season for stand-in Celtic skipper, 'underrated' ex-teammate hailed
Stephen Welsh might not be a new player but he’s a committed one and has trust of manager

Ex-Hibs player Paul Hanlon (centre) celebrates making it 1-0 during a pre-season friendly match between Raith Rovers and Inverness Caledonian Thistle at Stark's Park (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

SPFL friendlies: Hibs win as ex-Easter Road favourite strikes for Raith Rovers

Airdrieonians won the SPFL Trust Trophy last season.

Major change to SPFL Trust Trophy as fixture issues force series of clubs out

Raith's Kevin Dabrowski celebrates the win over Partick Thistle.

Raith's dream goes on but play-off penalties continue to haunt Partick Thistle

Airdrie's Callum Fordyce hits the bar late on with a chance against Partick Thistle.

Partick Thistle tee up Raith play-off showdown as Airdrieonians go down fighting

Peter Murphy has left Annan Athletic for Queen of the South.

Queen of the South raid neighbours for new manager as Murphy jumps ship

Partick's Harry Milne (L) and Airdrie's Lewis McGregor - the two sides will compete in the Premiership play-off quarter-final this week. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

SPFL play-offs: Premiership hopefuls clash as 3rd oldest club fight for survival

Chris Mochrie scores the winner against Ayr United to seal Dundee United's Premiership return. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Split family loyalties as Dundee United title clincher seals return of derby

Dundee United's Tony Watt celebrates after fans invade the pitch at full-time following the 1-0 win over Ayr United that has effectively sealed the Championship title. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Dundee Utd celebrate unofficial title win as Jim Goodwin reflects on redemption

Referee Nick Walsh picks up a glass bottle that had been thrown onto the pitch as Dundee United's Tony Watt (arm raised) was celebrating scoring in front of the Raith Rovers fans (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

'Unacceptable' - Dundee Utd's Watt on Raith Rovers bottle-throwing incident

Dundee United's Tony Watt picks up a glass bottle thrown by an away fan after his first goal in the 2-0 win over Raith Rovers (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

United prevail in Scotland's match of day amid 12 yellow cards and thrown bottle

Airdrie captain Adam Frizzell lifts the SPFL Trust Trophy after the 2-1 victory over TNS at the Falkirk Stadium. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Rhys McCabe hails Airdrie heroes after SPFL Trust Trophy final win over TNS

Falkirk manager John McGlynn could be lifting the League One title on Saturday. Pic: Michael Gillen

Falkirk title decider, Airdrie cup final, pressure on Dundee Utd - SPFL preview

Raith Rovers striker Lewis Vaughan will face Hibs in his testimonial next week. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

'I dreamt of playing for Hibs while I was at Hearts,' admits popular striker

Raith's Sam Stanton (L) asks for the ball from teammate Jack Hamilton (R) during a cinch Championship match against Queen's Park at Hampden.

Raith can't take advantage of Dundee Utd slip as Falkirk continue title march

Raith Rovers have signed Dundee defender Lee Ashcroft on loan.

Raith Rovers boost promotion hopes with loan signing of Dundee defender

Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes celebrates with David Watson at full time after the 1-1 draw against Celtic.

How did your team get on? Celtic slip up, Dons-Hibs drama, Falkirk's big win

Ayr manager Scott Brown with Aiden McGeady during the 2-1 win over Queen's Park at Hampden. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

How Scott Brown eased Aiden McGeady Celtic reunion fears over dual Ayr role

Livingston's Dan Mackay heads home his side's winner against Raith Rovers in the Scottish Cup fourth round. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Cup shocks for St Johnstone, County and Falkirk as Livi end winless run

Andrew Stirling and the Darvel team celebrate last season's Scottish Cup win over Aberdeen. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Where the Scottish Cup shocks might be on best weekend of the season

Hibs' Kanayo Megwa in action for Airdrie during his recent loan spell at the Championship club. Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group

Familiar face returns as Hibs make moves to strengthen defensive options

Callum Davidson enjoyed a winning return to management with Queen's Park (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Wonder goal from teenage Old Firm target rocks Raith Rovers

Colin Taylor, far right, with his cousin Alex and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon (middle) during an event in November 2022 to mark the 150th anniversary of the first-ever international match contested by Scotland and England. The Taylors' great grandfather Joseph played for Scotland in the goalless draw at Hamilton Crescent, Glasgow (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

SFA and former club of Scotland hero urged to help with grave repair

Dundee United owner Mark Ogren reflected on an 'extremely challenging' financial picture following last season's relegation. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Dundee United say promotion to Premiership is 'paramount' after £2.8m losses

Callum Davidson has been appointed the new manager of Queen's Park.

Queen's Park appoint new manager as double cup winner returns to dugout

George Oakley scored a hat-trick in Morton's 3-2 win over Dundee United.

Dundee Utd's mood darkens after defeat as Goodwin cries foul over penalty call

Falkirk are the undefeated league team in the SPFL.

SPFL lower leagues take centre stage as Premiership enters winter shutdown

Raith Rovers' Dylan Easton celebrates at full time after his solo goal earned a 1-0 win over Dundee United at Tannadice. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Dylan Easton opens up on his Raith future as manager offers contract advice

Raith Rovers' Dylan Easton celebrates after scoring the winner against Dundee United. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Raith 'showman' stuns Dundee Utd as Goodwin calls for calm after first defeat

Raith manager Ian Murray (left) with Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin during the 1-1 draw at Stark's Park in October. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Dundee Utd-Raith is talk of town: Huge crowd, style clash, stoppage-time experts

Dundee United's Kai Fotheringham during a Scotland Under-21s training session at Oriam this week. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Kai Fotheringham opens up on Dundee Utd form, Jim Goodwin impact and U21 call-up

Raith Rovers host Dundee United at Stark's Park in the battle of the Championship top two on Saturday. (Photo by Paul Phelan / SNS Group)

Raith Rovers push for sell-out as Dundee United put unbeaten start on line

Inverness manager Duncan Ferguson celebrates in front of the travelling fans after the 3-2 victory at Arbroath. (Photo by Ross Brownlee / SNS Group)

Big Dunc's Caley debut - 5 goals, fan shout prompts stare, 4th official surprise

Duncan Ferguson was unveiled as the new Inverness Caledonian Thistle manager earlier this week (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Beale sends message to Big Dunc but quips 'you've chosen sides' in Celtic divide

Hearts have brought Costa Rican forward Kenneth Vargas to the club. Pic: Heart of Midlothian FC

Inside Vargas' Hearts transfer and club's move into Central American market

Max Boruc is in line for his first Hibs start against St Mirren on Sunday.

Hibs' Boruc opens up on links with Artur - 'I’m working on my own name'

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers oversaw a 4-2 win in his first competitive game back at the club.

Starfelt given Celtic Park farewell as Rodgers explains reasons for likely exit

Referee John Beaton is focused on VAR checks becoming "more efficient, quicker and ultimately correct" in the first full season of the system. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Referee Beaton confident over improved VAR ahead of new season

Ylber Ramadani appears to have played his last match for Aberdeen, with the midfielder set to join Lecce.

Ramadani set to leave Aberdeen after new bid as Dons close in on defender

Former Hibs striker Mykola Kukharevych has signed a permanent contract with Swansea.

Rumour mill: Celtic want more, Dons reject bid, ex-Hibs striker lands new club

Robin Veldman was in charge of the Anderlecht first team for a couple of months last season.

Queen's Park confirm appointment of ex-Anderlecht boss Veldman as new head coach

Inverness will be hoping to produce the Scottish Cup final's biggest shock when they face Celtic. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

How Inverness CT have been preparing for Celtic - and why Highlanders can win

Partick Thistle's Scott Tiffoney celebrates after scoring to make it 3-0 during the emphatic win over Ayr United.

Rampant Partick Thistle storm into play-off final with demolition of sorry Ayr

Hamilton chairman Allan Maitland has hit out at fans for a "hate crime". (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Hamilton chief alleges 'hate crime' in statement as abusive fans 'not welcome'

Owen Coyle is reportedly set to quit Queen's Park. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Owen Coyle confirms Queen's Park exit decision after missing out on promotion

Gary Bowyer left Dundee just days after winning the Championship title with them.

'Saddened' Bowyer breaks silence after shock Dundee exit and reveals dream

Dundee's Lee Ashcroft with the Championship trophy after the 5-3 win over Queen's Park at Ochilview. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Lee Ashcroft relishing top flight return... 'if Dundee want to keep me'

Cove's Scott Ross dejection says it all after they were relegated after losing to ten-man Morton.

ICT face idle month before Celtic, Accies chance, heartache for Cove and Morton

Raith Rovers are under new ownership following a successful takeover by a local consortium. Back row (from left) Dean McKenzie, Allan Halliday, Andrew Barrowman. Front row (from left) Steve MacDonald, John Sim (former owner), Ruriadh Kilgour and Colin Smart.

Raith Rovers takeover led by Kelty Hearts duo hailed 'watershed moment'

Dundee failed to beat Cove Rangers on the penultimate weekend of the season - they will win the Championship with a win or draw against Queen's Park. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Scottish Championship: 9 teams battle it out in world football's best final day

Alex Jakubiak will feel part of Dundee's title celebrations if they avoid defeat to Queen's Park on Friday. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Dundee star glad to feel part of title bid after enduring 'hardest time of life'

Owen Coyle is bullish and upbeat ahead of his Queen's Park side's Championship denouement with Dundee. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

'Dundee need to go up' - Pressure dolloped on by rivals ahead of title decider

Queen's Park manager Owen Coyle and Dundee boss Gary Bowyer go head-to-head in a Championship title decider on Friday. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Two managers hours from home but 90 minutes from Premiership promotion

Rangers goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin clutches a cross against Hearts in last year's Scottish Cup final, which kicked off at the traditional time of 3pm (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Turn off Scottish football's lights now if broadcasters get way on final

Morton's Robbie Crawford celebrates scoring to make it 2-1 during a cinch Championship match between Greenock Morton and Queen's Park at Cappielow Park, on April 29, 2023, in Greenock, Scotland. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Championship set for incredible final day - title, play-offs and relegation

Dundee's Ryan Sweeney looks dejected after blazing the ball over the bar during the 0-0 draw with Cove Rangers. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Dundee draw opens door for Queen's Park ahead of Championship title decider

Striker Zach Robinson celebrates putting Dundee 2-0 up at Dens Park.

Dundee take control of title race on seismic night for Dens Park outfit

Man-of-the-match Ryan Fulton lifts the SPFL Trust Trophy after a tremendous performance against Raith Rovers.

Heroic Hamilton: Tumilty floors ex-club Raith, Fulton channels inner Banks

Dundee's Alex Jakubiak and Zach Robinson celebrate after the 3-1 win over Ayr United on Tuesday. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Dundee's 'unselfish' strike partnership reigniting Championship title hopes

Dundee's Alex Jakubiak celebrates scoring to make it 2-1 against Ayr United at Dens Park.

Dundee reignite title hopes but 'unacceptable' Ayr now have it all to do

A free kick is given for a challenge on Partick's Brian Graham during a cinch Championship match between Partick Thistle and Dundee at Firhill.

Queen's Park now seven points clear in Championship as Dundee drop more points

A disappointed Josh Mulligan leaves the field after Dundee's 3-1 loss to Partick Thistle at Dens Park. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

How Dundee are making hard work of Championship

Partick Thistle manager Ian McCall has been sacked after the 3-2 defeat to Rangers in the Scottish Cup. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Peculiar timing as Partick Thistle sack Ian McCall after defeat to Rangers

Raith Rovers' Dylan Easton and Ross Millen celebrate reaching the final of the SPFL Trust Challenge Cup Trophy after the penalty shoot-out win over Dundee. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Raith reach third successive Challenge Cup final after shoot-out win over Dundee

Hamilton Accies manager John Rankin with his Hearts counterpart Robbie Neilson when they were players on the opposite sides of the Edinburgh divide. (Photo by Jeff Holmes/SNS Group).

John Rankin on how Hearts changed him and the text from Neilson he won’t forget

Dundee's Alex Jakubiak celebrates scoring to make it 2-0 against Queen's Park. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

How Dundee overcame penalty gaffe to claw back Queen's Park in title race

Hong Kong-based investors Silverbear Capital Inc have been involved in negotiations to buy Raith Rovers. (Photo by Craig Brown / SNS Group)

Ex-Rangers director involved as Raith Rovers takeover talks breakdown

Paul Hartley has returned to Cove Rangers seven months after leaving the club for Hartlepool United. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Paul Hartley makes return to former club following Hartlepool sacking

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