A surprise appointment, a promise of front-foot football and only weeks to make it work. Is Scotland’s new era arriving at exactly the right time?Can a 39-year-old with just 107 games in management bring front-foot, high-intensity football to the national team? Should he stick with the core built by Steve Clarke, or give younger players their chance? And with Slovenia, Switzerland and North Macedonia ahead, how quickly can the new era take shape?

What should we make of Sebsatien Pocognoli's appointment as the new Scotland manager? What sort of task faces him as we target Euro 2028?Will we see a new identity on the park under the Belgian?And the League Cup draw throws up a quarter-final Old Firm as Rangers are drawn at home to Celtic along with Stenhousemuir v Heart of Midlothian, Ross County v Hibernian, Kilmarnock v Aberdeen.With Charlotte Cohen, Rory Loy, and Ryan McGowan.

Sebastien Pocognoli is confirmed as Scotland men's new head coach, plus reaction to Sunday's Scottish League Cup ties, and the quarter-final draw which includes an Old Firm derby.

The Sportsound team review all of Saturday's League Cup action with wins for Aberdeen, Celtic and Ross County

Your football calls with Aaron Paul and Phil Brown. We hear from fans of EFL clubs as the 2026-27 season kicks off.

David Currie, Rory Loy and Ian McCall review Kilmarnock 3-2 Ayr United in the League Cup

Charlotte Cohen is joined by former striker Conor Sammon and football writer Stephen McGowan to preview a fascinating League Cup weekend. Can unbeaten Ayr United heap more pressure on Kilmarnock in the Ayrshire Derby? Will Dundee repeat last weekend's impressive win over Aberdeen, or can the Dons respond?How do Dundee United contain a Celtic side boosted by a raft of new signings? And after another damaging European setback, just how important is Rangers' clash with holders St Mirren for Derek

Reaction to a big night in Europe as Rangers boss Derek McInnes admits his side may not yet be ready for it. Plus joy for Hibs and Motherwell in the Conference League

Another massive night in Europe for Scotland's clubs. Can Rangers overturn their first-leg deficit and give Derek McInnes a much-needed boost? Is there any chance of a Tynecastle miracle against Benfica, or is Hearts' focus already shifting to the next challenge?And can Hibs handle the North Macedonian heat and protect their slender advantage, can Motherwell continue their impressive start to the season and book a place in the next round?David Currie is joined by Andy Halliday and Cammy Bell to

In this weeks episode,James chats to Sophie Woods (nee Grant) about her incredible record setting run on the Via Alpina Trail. 2000km and 125,000 metres of climb (and descent) across the Alps in just under 29 days.Find out more about Sophie via herinstagram page here and our Centurion Coaching team here. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Visit our main website for all race information here. Find our show partners

As John McGinn prepares to captain Aston Villa on one of European football's biggest stages, the Scottish Football Podcast pays tribute to one of Scotland's modern greats.How did a youngster from St Mirren become a Europa League winner, Premier League captain and Scotland talisman? What makes him such a unique teammate, opponent and leader? Former Hibs midfielder Scott Allan shares first-hand insight into playing alongside McGinn, while Michael Grant reflects on his extraordinary Scotland career,

In this weeks episode, we recap the news from racing at the weekend, focusing mainly on the 16th edition of the North Downs Way 100. Read the Race Report, Find the Results, Photos from the 2026 NDW100 here. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Visit our main website for all race information here. Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/ Visit the

Elvis most definitely lives. A year after facing intense criticism, Steven Pressley has Dundee playing with confidence and belief. What's behind their impressive start and can they handle rising expectations?At Rangers, the board has publicly backed Derek McInnes after another frustrating result, but is patience really possible when they're already chasing Celtic?And at Hearts, the sale of Alex Kyziridis puts the Jamestown model under the microscope... can the club keep replacing key players while

Kasper Hogh kickstarts his Celtic career as they trounce Kilmarnock on Rugby Park’s newly laid park. How impressive was he alongside fellow summer signing Camilo Duran?Just a couple of hours later Rangers fell behind to Hibs, found an equaliser, and were then undone by a late winner for the visitors as Derek McInnes continues the search for his first win in his dream jobs. Is there now real cause for concern at Ibrox? Should they have cashed in on Youssef Chermiti?Wouter Vrancken's Hearts put four

A huge afternoon in the Premiership saw wins for Celtic against Kilmarnock, Hearts against Dundee Utd and Hibernian against Rangers, with a draw between Motherwell and Falkirk.

The Sportsound pundits debate what changes need to be made for the betterment of Scottish football. Plus post-match reaction to wins for Dundee and St Mirren.

Charlotte Cohen is joined by Scott Allan and Cammy Kerr to look ahead to a huge weekend of Scottish football.After another busy night in Europe, can Rangers bounce back from a disappointing display and respond against Hibs? Are Hearts already under pressure as Dundee United head to Tynecastle?Who will come out on top in a potentially crucial Battle of the Saints between St Mirren and St Johnstone? The team also assess Aberdeen's encouraging start, Celtic's new-look attack, Motherwell's momentum and

We look back on a night of mixed results for Scottish teams in European action with losses for Rangers and Hearts, a draw for Motherwell and victory for Hibernian.

It's a huge night in Europe for Scottish football. Can Rangers bounce back from a frustrating league opener and take a positive result from Poland against Jagiellonia Białystok? How important could Nico Raskin be if he stays, and what does Rangers' transfer business still need before the window closes?Just how difficult is Hearts' trip to Benfica? Are concerns over their start to the season justified, or do the fixtures need proper context? Jonathan Sutherland is joined by Andy Halliday and Cammy

In this weeks episode, our founder and RD James Elson looks ahead to this weekends, 16th edition of the North Downs Way 100. Visit the store here and enter code PRECISION10 to get 10% off PF&H items and receive a free 500ml PF&H Bidon Visit our main website for all race information here. Find our show partners Precision Fuel and Hydration Planner here: https://www.precisionhydration.com/planner/ Visit the PF&H collection at our store here: