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      Shocking moment Rangers fans clash with police at Hampden ahead as female St Johnstone employee knocked to ground

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      RANGERS fans appeared to clash with police before today’s Premier Sports Cup match against St Johnstone at Hampden.The Light Blues are hosting games at the national stadium due to ongoing building works at Ibrox which have been hit by delays.A drum was stolen from a St Johnstone fan which led to cops getting involvedCredit: OLIVER NORTONOfficers chased after the thugs who nicked the drumCredit: OLIVER NORTONSeveral fans were told to put their phones awayCredit: OLIVER NORTONOfficers had to drag multiple fans to the ground amid the fracasCredit: OLIVER NORTONRumours of fan protests outside the ground never materialised but trouble reportedly broke out between cops and some supporters around an hour prior to kick-off.At around 4.45pm a large group of Rangers ultras approached Hampden via Somerville Drive. They allegedly spotted someone carrying a St Johnstone drum near the Rangers merchandise stall close to the entrance to the West Stand. A group of the fans reportedly pointed to the drum and began to shout about getting hold of it, before allegedly running up and violently grabbing it. It appeared a woman was knocked to the ground during the incident, prompting officers to rush to the scene.The thugs then appeared to run away with the drum in hand.Cops armed with batons gave chase as the group dispersed into larger crowds of fans and multiple arrests were made.Scuffles reportedly broke out and one officer was allegedly knocked to the floor, prompting the officers to demand the mob to get back.Most read in FootballSeveral fans were warned by police to put their phones away and stop filming.The woman who was allegedly felled among the melee was a supporter liaison officer for St Johnstone.Rangers boss Philippe Clement reacts to away fan lockout at Old Firm games and is quizzed on financial gap to CelticShe did not want to comment on the incident.Police Scotland have been approached for comment.Our New YouTube ChannelSubscribe to our new Scottish Sun Sport YouTube channel for all the latest football news, views and amazing moments.We’ve got every major development covered from Celtic, Rangers, Hearts, Hibs, Aberdeen and the rest of the Scottish Premiership.Plus we have TWO brilliant new podcasts to watch every week…MONDAYGo Ballistic with Roger Hannah and special guest Kris Boyd will dissect all the weekend action and deliver their no-holds-barred reaction.WEDNESDAYRobert Grieve and Bill Leckie chew over the tastiest topics in Scottish football and offer their unique takes in their Coffee Club.FRIDAYGo Ballistic is back with Roger Hannah and top tipster Jim Delahunt looking ahead to the weekend games and analysing the biggest talking points.Subscribe now and don’t miss a thing. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Chelsea join £20m transfer hunt for Celtic star Matt O’Riley but midfield ace has reservations over Blues move

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      CHELSEA have joined the race to Celtic star Matt O’Riley.The midfielder has attracted plenty of suitors with his impressive performances for the Hoops.Chelsea have joined the race to sign Matt O’RileyCredit: GettySeveral Premier League outfits are lining up a move for the Dane, with Chelsea identifying him as a potential replacement for Conor Gallagher.The Blues offered Gallagher a new contract but he turned it down amid interest from Atletico Madrid.Gallagher could leave for around £34million and the funds could be used to sign O’Riley.Celtic have already snubbed offers for their talisman including a £14million bid from recently promoted Southampton.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCrystal Palace and Brighton are also long-term admirers of the midfielder.O’Riley has also been chased by Italian side Atalanta all summer, but Premier League football may appeal more.The Danish international is understood to be unlikely to settle for being a squad man at any new club and will want guarantees of first-team appearances.Chelsea may have to offer more than £20m plus extras to persuade Celtic to sell with boss Brendan Rodgers adamant he will be going nowhere until his asking price is met.Most read in FootballThe West London side have had a busy transfer window and finalised the £20.7m signing of goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen from Villarreal this week.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMeanwhile Ben Chilwell could leave the club with Manchester United targeting the left-back.There are concerns the left-back may not fit into Enzo Maresca’s set-up, as the Italian likes to use inverted full-backs who drop into midfield. More

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      Scottish Premiership opening day: Get £20 in free bets, £10 casino bonus and Rangers & Celtic offer with BoyleSports

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      THE Scottish Premiership makes its welcome return to action this weekend.And BoyleSports are marking the opening day by offering brand new customers £20 in free bets plus an extra £10 bonus to spend in the casino!Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereBoyleSports also have a BIG price boost available for the big two – with Rangers heading to Hearts and Celtic hosting Kilmarnock – and you can find out what it is below…Get £20 in free bets, £10 casino bonus and Rangers & Celtic offer at BoyleSportsGet £20 free bets and £10 casino bonus – Claim HERE*How to claim welcome bonusBoyleSports offerVisit the BoyleSports website via your mobile HERE*Register a new account — no Promo Code requiredDeposit a minimum of £10 using CardsPlace a bet of £10 or more at odds of 1/1 or greaterOnce that’s settled, BoyleSports will credit your account with £20 in free bets plus an extra £10 casino bonusBoyleSports – Claim £20 in free bets and a £10 casino bonus HERE*Not got a BoyleSports account? No problem!Brand new BoyleSports customers who register an account will receive £20 in free bets and a £10 bonus to spend in the casino!It’s very easy to sign-up. Simply visit the BoyleSports website, register and deposit at least a tenner.Stake a tenner or more at odds of 1/1 or greater and once that’s settled — you’ll have your account credited with a £30 welcome bonus.You could place that initial bet, or use your free bets to back their price boost, with Rangers (vs Hearts) and Celtic (vs Kilmarnock) both to win their games with over 2.5 goals in each game boosted to 3/1!Rangers & Celtic both to win their opening games and over 2.5 goals in each game – NOW 3/1 – CLAIM HERE*Get £20 in free bets and £10 casino bonus — CLAIM HERE*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*New UK customers (Excluding NI) only. Mobile Exclusive. £30 in FREE Bets (FB) as £20 in sports bets & a £10 casino bonus (CB). Min Deposit £10. Min stake £10. Min odds Evs. FB applied on 1st settlement of any qualifying bet. FB 7-day expiry. 1 FB offer per customer, household & IP address only. Account & Payment restrictions. 14 days to accept £10 CB, then active for 3 days. CB 5x wagering & max redeemable £100. Game restrictions apply. Cashed out/Free Bets won’t apply. 30 days to qualify. 18+. T&Cs apply. 18+. Prices subject to fluctuation & availability. Bet responsibly. 90 mins only. T&Cs apply. More

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      Angry football manager told he couldn’t bring on striker during Scottish cup clash as bonkers technical error revealed

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      PARTICK THISTLE manager Kris Doolan fumed at his side being blocked from making a substitution against Motherwell on Sunday.Thistle played out a goalless draw against Motherwell in the Scottish League Cup, meaning they finished behind the Fir Park men in the group stages and were dumped from the competition. Partick Thistle manager Kris Doolan was left frustrated after his side were unable to make a substitutionCredit: Premier SportsThistle manager Doolan thinks his side could have got the job done if they had been able to bring on striker – something which they were blocked from doing after an unbelievable technical error.Doolan had hoped to sub on 19-year-old forward Ricco Diack, but was bizarrely told he couldn’t do it because of an incorrectly cropped screenshot.Officials informed Doolan that Diack couldn’t enter the pitch as he wasn’t listed on the Partick Thistle team sheet.Only to discover that the teams were screenshotted from an app by the officiating team and Diack’s name had been cut off at the bottom of the screen.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLDoolan ranted about the unbelievable mistake in his post-match interview with Premier Sports.He said: “We showed that we’re capable at this level of performing and performing well, but on the other side I’m a bit angry.”The fact that I went to put a striker on and I was told I couldn’t because he wasn’t on the team lines.”Only for it to turn out that he was actually on the team lines and it was an error.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe explained: “We’re obviously putting a striker on to try and win the game.”We were then told that we couldn’t list him on the teamsheet so we couldn’t put him on. Haaland slapped by referee during Man City’s clash with Real Madrid”We thought that was our error, but after the game we found out that he was on the teamsheet from our side.”It’s all done online now, it’s all done via an app, and unfortunately eight names out of the nine [substitutes] were screenshot and the ninth one was cut off.”So the referees didn’t actually know that Ricco was on the team lines.”Adding: “We’re looking to try and win the game, it’s worth a lot of money to the club and it’s a good chance for us to go through and get that money.”Unfortunately an error on the part of, a common system, has thrown that out of the park for us.”Doolan also revealed that he feels he “has to” speak to the SPFL about the decision, describing it as “really disappointing”.Who are these famous footballers?Fans couldn’t believe the shocking gaffe either and took to social media to react, with some calling for the match to be replayed.One wrote: “Absolute shambles this is btw. Could’ve/would’ve been the difference between going through or not. Shambles is an understatement.”While another added: “Surely this game should be replayed??”READ MORE SUN STORIESA third joked: “A definite disadvantage to Thistle due to incompetence outside of our control, some form of apology should be on its way along with a way to rectify this error.”And a fourth posted: “The whole system is a joke.” More

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      Watch incredible moment Rangers manager returns to press conference to reveal player has dropped transfer bombshell

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      RANGERS manager Philippe Clement shocked the media by returning to his press conference to reveal Todd Cantwell has handed in a transfer request.Belgian coach Clement, 50, watched his side suffer a 2-1 friendly defeat to Birmingham on Wednesday.Rangers boss Philippe Clement returned to his press conference after a defeat to BirminghamCredit: X/ ScotlandSkyHe then informed the media Todd Cantwell has handed in a transfer requestCredit: X/ ScotlandSkyCantwell looks set to leave Rangers this summerCredit: ReutersBut it was in Clement’s post-match presser where the main action took place.After initially answering a series of regulation questions, he then returned to his seat after his media duties appeared to be concluded.He then proceeded to confirm playmaker Cantwell, 26, has made it clear on TWO occasions his desire to leave the Scottish giants.Clement said: “Todd Cantwell came to my office a while ago. We have a really good relationship and we talked a long time about that.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He came a while ago to say he feels ready for another adventure, that he wants another challenge.”I spoke long with him because I think Rangers is a really good club for him.”I wanted to give him time also, so that’s why the last couple of weeks I didn’t speak about it.”But he came back with the same request.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCantwell played 30 of Rangers’ 36 Scottish Premiership matches last season”So I’m going to be focused on the next couple of weeks on guys who are with their heads with Rangers.”Cantwell, who has now been sent to train with the B team, joined Rangers from Norwich in January 2023 and has played 64 games for the club, scoring 14 goals and assisting 12.Philippe Clement breaks silence on Connor Goldson’s exitCardiff are understood to be interested in the Englishman, while Saudi Arabian clubs are also reportedly keen on him.Cantwell’s expected departure from Rangers comes as they also prepare to lose Connor Goldson to Cypriot side Aris Limassol. More

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      Rangers Champions League qualifying opponents revealed as draw throws up daunting first away trip

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      RANGERS have been drawn against Dynamo Kyiv OR Partizan Belgrade in the third round of qualifying for the Champions League.Philippe Clement’s men won’t be in action in the competition until next month but the draw for the round took place today in Nyon, Switzerland.Rangers boss Philippe Clement during the pre-season match against Man UtdCredit: PAThe Champions League trophyCredit: GettyThis is also the debut year of the new Champions League format, with a 36-team league phase replacing the traditional group stages.Under the new format, teams will play eight matches in this new league phase. As opposed to playing three opponents home and away, teams will now have fixtures against eight different teams, playing half of those matches at home and half of them away. Clubs will initially be ranked in four different pots based on their seeding to determine who they will face. For the third round of qualifying, the Ibrox club could have faced Lugano or Fenerbahce, Dynamo Kyiv or Partizan Belgrade, and FC Twente and Union Saint-Gilloise.Rangers were seeded for the draw which meant they avoided Slavia Prague, Red Bull Salzburg and Lille.Lugano and Fenerbahce play the first leg of their second qualifying round tie tomorrow with Dynamo Kyiv and Partizan Belgrade also in action.The tie will take place over August 6/7 and August 13. The first leg will be in Ukraine or Serbia, with the return match at (most likely) Hampden.The winners will advance to the play-off round, where a place in the Champions League proper is at stake.Most read in FootballIf Gers lose in the play-off round then they could potentially have the consolation of a place in the Europa League group stages however.And if they lose against Dynamo Kyiv or Partizan Belgrade then they will parachute into the same stage of the competition.Aberdeen fans chant ‘if you see Connor Barron break his legs’ after Rangers movePremiership rivals Hearts already have a place in the play-off round of the Europa League thanks to their third place finish last season.Rangers have two more pre-season games before their European journey kicks off.They face Birmingham at St Andrew’s on Wednesday then travel to Germany to face Union Berlin on Saturday.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Ex-Celtic star Landry Nguemo dead at 38 as tributes paid to former Cameroon midfielder

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      TRIBUTES have been paid to former Celtic midfielder Landry Nguemo, who has died at the age of 38.The diminutive all-action midfielder made more than 40 appearances for the Hoops after being brought to the club by Tony Mowbray on a loan deal from Nancy.Landry Nguemo in action for CelticCredit: Scottish News and SportCeltic manager Tony Mowbray with new on loan signing Landry N’GuemoCredit: Michael Schofield – The Sun GlasgowLandry Nguemo (left) celebrates with Cameroon superstar Samuel Eto’oCredit: PA:Empics SportBut news broke in Cameroon today that he was victim of a traffic accident in his home country, with the Cameroon football federation and former clubs Celtic, Bordeaux and St Etienne all sending heartfelt tributes to the star.The Cameroon Football Federation said in a statement: “The Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT) has just learned the tragic news of the passing of former Indomitable Lion Landry Nguemo in a traffic accident.”Nguemo, who was a key player for the Cameroonian national team from 2006 to 2014 and a former member of Girondins de Bordeaux, will be remembered for his contributions to football. “FECAFOOT extends its deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire football community.”Celtic said in a statement: “Everyone at Celtic Football Club is shocked and saddened at the news of Landry Nguemo’s passing at the young age of 38.”The Cameroonian midfielder joined Celtic on loan from French side Nancy in the summer of 2009. “He made over 43 appearances for the Celts before returning to his parent club in 2010. “He was also capped over 40 times for Cameroon throughout the course of his career.Most read in Football”The thoughts and prayers of everyone at Celtic Football Club are with Landry’s family and friends at this sad time.” Bordeaux wrote on X, formerly Twitter: “The Club was saddened to learn of the death of Landry Nguemo. Celtic legend Henrik Larssson reacts after almost tearing up live on”Victim of a traffic accident in Cameroon, the former Bordeaux native died at the age of 38. “FC Girondins de Bordeaux sends its most sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.”St Etienne wrote: “Landry Nguemo has left us. Far too soon, far too abruptly. “ASSE mourns one of its own. To all his loved ones, we send our most sincere condolences.”Nguemo was one of a number of fatalities from a road accident near Obala – with local authorities launching an investigation into the exact circumstances of the accident.He played 42 times for the Cameroon national team, scoring three goals.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe bulk of his professional career was spent in France, where he played for AS Nancy-Lorraine, Bordeaux and St Etienne before winding down his playing days in Turkish football.Nguemo in action against St MirrenCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowTony Mowbray with Nguemo and Georgios SamarasCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowKeep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Rangers scrambling to find temporary stadium with Ibrox NOT available for all of August as someone FIRED over debacle

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      RANGERS will start the new season AWAY from Ibrox.Work on the Copland Road Stand has been hit by a shipping delay.John Bennett has had to find a solutionCredit: Willie VassThe Ibrox work has encountered a hitchBT Murrayfield, the home of Scottish rugby, could host RangersIt has left angry Gers chiefs scrambling for alternatives – with their home potentially out of action for the entire month of August.That means as many as FIVE games could be moved – sparking immediate fury among fans.SunSport understands Murrayfield is high on the list of venue options, with SRU sources confirming talks are underway over a temporary switch to the home of Scottish rugby.A Gers statement said: “Rangers has recently been advised of a delay in a materials shipment from Asia which is likely to have an impact on the programme for the completion of the Copland Stand works. “It is therefore expected, unfortunately, that there will be an impact on matches at Ibrox at the beginning of the 2024/25 competitive season. “The club has engaged with the SPFL and UEFA in order to review planned contingency arrangements.”Rangers are installing a new disabled section in the Copland Road.Despite being given repeated assurances the job would be delivered on time, chairman John Bennett is now left to face the music.Most read in FootballOutgoing chief executive James Bisgrove has timed his departure nicely, while SunSport understands the project manager has already been fired.Rangers would have to fork out for the hire of Murrayfield, but bosses hope that is offset by the additional seating capacity on offer in Edinburgh.Rangers statue tribute to Walter Smith unveiled at Ibrox by legendary manager’s family just hours before Scottish Cup final vs CelticWith works on-going at Hampden, the home of Scottish football isn’t a viable option.A Queen’s Park statement confirmed: “Following the three concerts scheduled for the National Stadium this summer, the Hampden playing surface will be renovated and be available for use by Queen’s Park following Scotland Men’s UEFA Nations League match against Poland on September 5th.”It’s understood Gers boss Philippe Clement has been fully briefed on the saga.The Rangers statement added:  “Naturally, everyone at Rangers is deeply disappointed with this news. “The club is working intensively to ensure that all steps are taken to deliver the project at the earliest possible date and a further progress update will be issued to supporters in due course.”Gers, of course, are heading to Murrayfield next month to take on Manchester United in a glamour friendly clash.READ MORE SUN STORIESWith the new season just around the corner, Ibrox could anticipate to host to two Premiership matches, two Champions League qualifier and a potential home tie in the Viaplay CupFans face chaos
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      THE big losers in the Ibrox shut-out will, of course, be Rangers supporters.
      They must now shoulder the extra hassle – and additional cost – of travelling to another ‘home’ ground at the start of the new season.
      Fans of rivals Celtic encountered real issues when they headed to Murrayfield for Champions League qualifiers.
      They endured the twin blow of train delays and traffic jams – simply due to the massively increased volume of vehicles heading along the M8.
      It remains unclear – but looks highly likely – that Murrayfield will be the ONLY alternative available to Gers.
      Hampden is out of bounds due to concerts and stadium works – and Celtic Park is out of the question for obvious reasons.
      But however this shakes down, it’s certain Gers supporters will be unhappy at moving away from Ibrox for ‘home’ games.
      This summer’s work is just the first phase of redevelopment at Ibrox and they won’t know for sure when they’ll get inside the ground.
      From a sporting perspective, it’s also a massive blow for Philippe Clement to play games – perhaps even in three competitions – away from Ibrox.
      Crucial Champions League qualifiers are on the calendar for the start of the campaign and Gers always regarded the Ibrox atmosphere as a major factor in their favour.

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