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HENRY FORD was the founder of one of the most well-known car manufacturers in the world today. And now Ford’s great-great-grandson is looking to move an SPFL club into top gear as their new chairman and majority shareholder. Henry Ford’s descendant has become the chairman of an SPFL sideCredit: SNSHenry Ford founded the Ford Motor Company and Calvin is his great-great grandsonCredit: GettyFord is now the chairman and majority shareholder of LivingstonCredit: SNSCalvin Ford is a philanthropist and board member of a number of charities and committees.And now he’s taking his first steps into the world of football business with Scottish Championship side Livingston.The second-tier runners-up will present Ford to fans at Almondvale Satdium before the second leg of the promotion play-off semi-final against Partick Thistle tonight. Ford has acquired 100% of John McIlvogue’s shares in Baycup Ltd, which was the majority shareholder of Livi for two years.McIlvogue said in a club statement: “When I chose to invest in the football club I did so to be of help whether short, medium or long term. “It has been a great pleasure to support the club through its difficulties and see it bounce back with the first silverware in over a decade and a real fight for Premiership promotion. “I believe the time is now right for me to pass on my shares to an investor with a real appetite to take the club forward on and off the park.”When I joined the club, I said my only aim was that when I leave the club is in a better place than when I arrived, and I believe I have achieved this with Calvin’s acquisition of my shareholding.Most read in Football”I look forward to watch the club thrive with Calvin’s support and guidance.”Ford added: “I am overjoyed and honoured to be part of Livingston Football Club. Radio 1 DJ says “I’ve become a legend” as he adopts SPFL team and plans trip to Livingston”What drew me to wanting to be involved was the incredible leadership that people like Davie Martindale and John Ward portray. “They have a passion for this club and community that is contagious, and I look forward to being part of something special here.”Outgoing chairman John Ward said: “I am delighted to welcome Calvin to the club. “I feel that for the first time in the history of Livingston Football Club we will have an owner who is working in the best interests of the club and fans.”As a director of Livingston Football Club, I look forward to working with Calvin. “I believe his integrity and enthusiasm for football will bring a sea change to Livingston and the wider West Lothian community.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

HAMILTON ACCIES are under serious threat of relegation after being handed a shock 15-point deduction by the SPFL for breaching ‘multiple’ rules. The South Lanarkshire outfit have plummeted to the bottom of the Scottish Championship and now find themselves EIGHT points behind ninth placed Airdrie with just three games to go following the decision from league bosses.Hamilton Accies are in serious botherCredit: Kenny RamsayIt’s a worrying time for manager John Rankin and the playersCredit: Michael Schofield, News Group Newspapers LtdThe club now face almost certain relegation to League OneCredit: SNSHamilton now must win all three of their final matches to stand any chance of beating the drop. The club have been slapped with four separate charges and hit in the pocket with a £9,000 fine for the crimes. These include a failure to report not paying players, not providing correct stadium ownership information, downgrading their Sscottish FA licence and not submitting club membership criteria by the required deadline. Accies have the right to appeal the sanction to the SFA.read more football storiesLast August it was revealed several Accies players stages walkout over a major pay dispute just before the start of the new season. Players and coaches refused to train after some didn’t receive their July wages. A shock statement from the SPFL read: “Hamilton Academical Football Club have received a 15-point deduction and been fined £9,000 after the Club was found to have breached multiple SPFL Rules by an independent SPFL disciplinary tribunal.”The SPFL Board had issued four charges against the Club and the Club were found by the independent tribunal to have breached SPFL Rules and have been sanctioned as follows:Most read in FootballCharge 1: Breach of Rules B1, E17 and E18 in relation to the failure to notify the SPFL of Remuneration Defaults in respect of six players and a failure to act with the utmost good faith in its representations to the SPFL Board regarding the lifting of a transfer embargo after previous Remuneration and Tax Defaults.Sanction: Immediate 12 point deduction and £5,000 fineMoment fuming Hamilton Accies fans call for the exit of director of football Gerry Strain after their home defeat to MortonCharge 2: Breach of Rule D4.3.2 in relation to the provision of incorrect information regarding stadium ownership in the Club’s Season 2024/25 Membership Criteria submission.Sanction: £3,000 fine (£1,500 of which has been suspended)Charge 3: Breach of Rule D4.8 in relation to the downgrading of the Club’s Scottish FA Club Licence overall award from Bronze to Entry level.Sanction: Immediate 3 point deductionCharge 4: Breach of Rule E28.7 in relation to the late provision of the Club’s Membership Criteria submission for Season 2025/26.Sanction: £1,000 fine (fully suspended)The William Hill Championship table will be updated accordingly.Hamilton now look set to drop down to the third tier again after spending last season in the division. Accies were relegated from the Championship via the play-offs in the 2022/23 campaign but jumped straight back up via the same route after finishing second in the league behind Falkirk. And now as the Bairns look set to make a stunning return back to the top flight after back-to-back promotions, Accies are expected to head the other way. The club have since released a statement confirming they are considering an appeal to the SFA over the sanction. A statement read: “We are astonished and disappointed at the Tribunal decision we have received this evening. We are awaiting the written reasons whereupon the Board will meet to consider an appeal.”We would ask that all fans continue their excellent support of the players on the pitch, and the management team in the dugout, as we enter the final stages of the season.Read More on The Sun”Until any appeal process is concluded we shall be making no further comment.”Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

FORMER Tottenham star Victor Wanyama has completed a shock transfer – to a second tier Scottish team.The Kenyan midfielder, 33, had been unemployed for the last two months following the expiration of his contract with MLS side Montreal Impact.Victor Wanyama was a free agent following his departure from Montreal ImpactCredit: ALAMYThe Kenyan midfielder has joined Scottish Championship side Dunfermline until the end of the seasonCredit: INSTAGRAM@OFFICIALDAFCWanyama celebrates scoring for Spurs with Harry Kane in 2017Credit: GettyBut the cult Premier League hero, who played for Spurs and Southampton in the top flight, is no longer a job seeker after inking a surprise deal with Scottish Championship side Dunfermline.A club statement read: “DAFC are delighted to announce the signing of Kenyan international, Victor Wanyama, on a deal until the end of the season, subject to international clearance.”Dunfermline then referred to Wanyama’s hilarious tweet after he swapped his kit with an Impact fan for a pack of pasta in July 2021 shortly after announcing his arrival.They tweeted: “I had spaghetti and it was very nice I enjoyed it.:READ MORE IN SPORTWanyama’s move to East End Park has stunned footie fans, one of whom said: “Nahhh that’s crazy.”Another said: “What is football?”And another said: “This is surely the most random transfer of all time.”One remarked: “Now we know why [Mohamed] Salah and VVD (Virgil van Dijk) are running down their contracts.”Most read in FootballAnother chimed in: “This is very random, but he should be a very good signing for Dunfermline Athletic indeed.”JOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSNeil Lennon has taken charge of Dunfermline until the end of the seasonCredit: SNSWanyama is no stranger to Scottish football having spent two seasons with Premiership champions Celtic.And he’ll be playing under a familiar face in Neil Lennon, who has taken charge of the Pars until the end of the season.Victor Wanyama leaves Spurs to join Arsenal legend Thierry Henry at Montreal Impact in MLS The Northern Irishman said: “I’m looking forward to it. It’s great to be back in football. I know how competitive and attritional the Scottish Championship can be.”That was seven or eight years ago with different players. Obviously, I enjoyed it a lot, really enjoyed it.”I had a good team off the back of them winning the cup. This is a totally different scenario. “We’re picking a team up that’s just a little bit low in confidence at the minute.”Like I said, there’s potential in a lot of the players here. Some of the senior players as well have been really good.“You learn from all the experiences that go along. “I really enjoyed my time with the media as well, believe it or not.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Coaching is what I always want to do. I don’t know how long this is going to be.”We’ll take a view on it as we go along but I’m very excited about the prospect of trying and endeavouring to take them firmly forward.”Victor Wanyama played under Neil Lennon during his time at CelticCredit: KENNY RAMSAY More

FRIDAY night’s massive Championship grudge match between Dunfermline and Falkirk was a thriller on the pitch – but was marred by shocking incidents off it.Both sides took a share of the points at East End Park after Kyle Benedictus’ late equaliser for Dunfermline made it 3-3 in the Scottish Championship clash. Damaged seats at Falkirk endCredit: Kenny RamsayDebris was left scattered at the side of the pitchCredit: Kenny RamsayFireworks were launched onto the pitch before the gameCredit: Kenny RamsayFirework in Dunfermline goalmouthCredit: Kenny RamsayIt’s always a fiery affair when these two clubs meet.And tonight’s derby is one that will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. We told you earlier tonight how fans defied stern warnings from the SFA and the government over the use of devices as fireworks were let off by both sets of supporters inside the stadium before the match.The ground was engulfed in smoke ahead of kick-off and punters continued to produce fiery displays during the match.The derby later descended into chaos as Dunfermline fought back from behind three times to snatch a draw late on. Wild celebrations broke out in the Falkirk end with fans invading the pitch after they thought Liam Henderson had netted the winner for their team on the 87th minute – before the Pars skipper made it level again in stoppage time. Shocking pictures show how around 100 seats in the away end were destroyed by rowdy supporters during the chaotic clash. Debris from the wreckage was left scattered on the turf next to the advertising boards behind the goal where the Bairns were shooting into during the second half. Most read in FootballIt’s also understood players were allegedly targeted with missiles throughout the clash and at full-time.Objects such as coins, flares, fireworks and lighters were all allegedly launched in players’ directions during the shocking scenes.Stunning moment ex-Rangers youngster scores ‘goal of the season’ from his own half on home debutPyro devices were also allegedly launched onto the turf.Police Scotland have confirmed that FIVE arrests were made.Chief Inspector Kathryn Fairfield said: “Five arrests have been made following disorder at the Dunfermline versus Falkirk football match on Friday, 27 December, 2024.“Incidents of disorder and violence happened during the match and adjacent to the stadium. There was also minor disorder in the city centre.“The males arrested were aged 16, 18, 20, 21 and 25. Two males aged 14 were charged with possession of pyrotechnics. A 26-year-old man was charged in connection with urinating in the street. “Disorder before, during and after a football match is not acceptable. We will continue to work closely with both clubs and the football authorities.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Enquiries are ongoing.”Liam Henderson thought he clinched the winner in the closing stagesCredit: Kenny RamsayKyle Benedictus stepped up with the late equaliser minutes laterCredit: Kenny RamsayKeep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More