Scottish Premiership

RANGERS fans caused a safety breach which forced Sky to evacuate their punditry team to a safer spot in the stands when they climbed up the walls of Ibrox.The Light Blues’ faithful are having a wild title party as their team celebrated lifting the Premiership trophy after beating Aberdeen.
Rangers fans climbed up the famous blue Ibrox gatesCredit: PA
Some supporters scaled the walls of IbroxCredit: Reuters
The win also rounded off on Invincible league season for Gers.
Thousands of fans have been camped outside Ibrox since early this morning, setting off smoke bombs and flares and waving giant flags.
Sky’s TV team of Eilidh Barbour, Ally McCoist and Kris Boyd were covering the game and as the celebrations reached new levels both inside and outside the stadium, the presenter revealed they had to evacuate their position and set up an impromptu studio in the stands at Ibrox.
Barbour said: “We’ve had to move from our studio due to a bit of a safety breach at the stadium here.
Ally McCoist interviews Steven Gerrard in the stands at IbroxCredit: Reuters
“Fans outside are starting to come up on the wall so we have moved.
“But I do still have Kris Boyd and Ally McCoist with me. I am not letting them get out here and enjoy the party which is going on out there on the pitch.”
Barbour then asked Gers legend McCoist how he felt watching the celebrations unfold.
McCoist was Rangers manager back in 2012 when the club was relegated to the fourth tier of Scottish football.

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He remained in charge until 2014 and admitted it was an emotional day for him as he remembered all that’s happened in nine years – including unprecedented success for Old Firm rivals Celtic across the city.
The former striker said that some of his signings wouldn’t have been “anywhere near” Ibrox under normal circumstances.
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When asked if he was feeling emotional, McCoist told Sky Sports: “It is, Eilidh. My first thoughts are with the supporters who have been fantastic throughout administration and liquidation, their support for the club has been monumental.
“I’m also thinking of guys like Sandy Jardine who are no longer with us.
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“He used to come into the office, we would chew the fat and have a right good moan about everything when we were going through that period.
“Some people lost their jobs through that time.
“Some players who came and played in the third division, second division, to be honest with you they would never be anywhere near Ibrox, but I’m forever grateful to those guys who helped us on this journey which has culminated in Steven and the boys doing a fantastic job this season.
“It’s a wonderful achievement and it is emotional, yes it is.”
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SOUTHAMPTON have joined the transfer battle for Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard.SunSport understands the Hoops striker has been added to the Premier League outfit’s summer hitlist.
Southampton have joined transfer race for Celtic star Odsonne EdouardCredit: The Sun
Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuttl is anxious to bolster his forward options having seen his side tumble down the table over the course of the season.
Edouard has been watched closely by the club in recent weeks.
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers remains an admirer of the French star as Celtic are expected to cash in during the summer transfer window for £20million-plus.
Southampton are also looking at Nice striker Evann Guessand, who is currently impressing on loan at Swiss outfit Lausanne-Sport.
Club record £10m-signing Edouard is approaching the final year of his Celts deal.
And he is believed to be seeking a fresh challenge after four years at Parkhead, where he has scored 85 goals in 167 games.
Arsenal, Roma and Aston Villa are among a host of other clubs interested — with Southampton seen as outsiders.
But the south coast outfit have a strong connection with Celtic and believe they can offer Edouard a clear pathway to the very top.
Victor Wanyama, Fraser Forster, Virgil van Dijk and Stuart Armstrong have all moved from the Hoops to the Saints since 2013 — and seen their careers propelled to new levels.
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Eddie Howe — who could finally be confirmed as Celtic boss early next week — may well seek to talk Edouard into staying.
But everything points to the former PSG starlet still wanting out.
The French giants are due a significant portion of any sell-on fee.
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BRIGHTON and Rangers have registered an interest in Reading star Josh Laurent over a potential transfer this summer.Scottish champions Rangers believe the 26-year-old midfielder could be the ideal signing to strengthen the spine of their team as they look to prepare for Champions League football next season.
Rangers and Brighton are keen on Reading star Josh LaurentCredit: Rex
But Brighton are also in the hunt and see the former Shrewsbury ace as a potential replacement for in-demand Yves Bissouma, who is wanted by Liverpool and Arsenal.
Seagulls boss Graham Potter is resigned to losing Bissouma at the end of the season.
And he has been impressed by the way Laurent has taken to a deeper midfield role in his first year in the Championship.
Laurent made a major impact in the second tier and was voted Reading’s player of the year having scored three goals and missed just one match.
The way he dominated midfield in a tough division has impressed both Potter and Rangers manager Steven Gerrard.
Crucially, he only has one year left on his contract at the Madejski Stadium having only agreed to join the club on a two-year deal last summer.
That means any fee would only be in the region of around £8million, the kind of money Brighton and Rangers have to play with as they look to strengthen their squads for next season.
SunSport also told you that Brighton are bracing for offers for star defender Ben White.
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Jose Mourinho’s Roma are the latest team to express strong interest in the centre-back.
Brighton value ex-Leeds loanee White at £45m, with Manchester United and Arsenal also fans of the Englishman.
The Seagulls are also reported to be eyeing Mbaye Diagne, who impressed at relegated West Brom on loan from Galatasaray.
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SCOTT BROWN hilariously dropped the f-bomb live on TV following his last ever Celtic appearance at Parkhead.The 35-year-old star captained his team to a 4-0 victory over St Johnstone on Wednesday night.
Brown dropping the f-bomb live on TV
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The game was the veteran star’s final home match after 14 years as a Celtic player before his summer switch to Aberdeen.
Prior to the match he was given a special presentation by outgoing chief executive Peter Lawwell, as both sets of players clapped the star on to the park.
And the ex-Scotland international will be delighted to sign off his 14-trophy laden years at Parkhead with a resounding win.
After the match he was interviewed on the club’s official TV channel – and it was one for the record books.
Struggling to contain his laughter throughout, Brown dropped the f-bomb while overhearing his song being blared over the sound system at Celtic Park.
Broony said: “There’s that song on again. Just put Scooter on, f*** me.”
Celtic star Scott Brown in his final home gameCredit: PA
Scott Brown at full timeCredit: PA
After apologising, along with the interviewer, he said: “It’s a great way to win. We wanted to win especially with it being the last home game of the season.
“It means so much to myself as well. It’s been a fantastic 14 years and it’s an emotional day but i’ll take it in my stride. I’ve got one game left where we’ll go to Easter Road, where it all started, so it’ll be a special occasion.
“The first year when I walked into the club I was happy just to win one trophy. My career has been really enjoyable and I’ve loved every single moment of it.

“It’s a special club with special fans. It’s just sad they’re not here today for me to say goodbye to them.
“Here’s hoping I can come back with Aberdeen next season and say goodbye then.
“Thank you very much for your support and patience. Celtic will be back and challenging next season.”
Brown’s decision to move on brings the curtain down on a hugely successful spell with the Hoops where he lifted a total of 22 TROPHIES. 
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EDDIE HOWE is finally set to be named the new Celtic manager, according to reports.The 43-year-old has been linked with the Parkhead vacancy ever since Neil Lennon left in February.
Eddie Howe is set to be in charge of Celtic next seasonCredit: PA
With the title already looking lost to bitter rivals Rangers, assistant manager John Kennedy has stepped up as caretaker boss until the end of the season.
But now talkSPORT claims Howe will soon be confirmed as Celtic’s next boss.
Howe has been out of work since he left his job at Bournemouth following last season’s relegation from the Premier League.
He took charge of the Cherries in two spells over a 12 year stretch, leading them from League One into the top-flight during his 450 games at the helm.
Now his next task will be to transform Celtic’s fortunes and lead them back above new champions Rangers.
Steve Gerrard led the Gers to the title this term to end the Hoops’ dominance and quest for ten-in-a-row.
Howe is now believed to be just putting together his backroom team and is keen to recruit from his former club as they prepare for the Championship play-offs.
However, his former assistant Jason Tindall, who replaced him in the Bournemouth hot-seat but was axed in February, will not be among his staff at Parkhead.
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Earlier today, talkSPORT’s Alex Crook told the White and Jordan show: “I’ve been told from very reliable sources that Eddie Howe is now heading to Celtic for the start of next season and is even starting to assemble his backroom team.
“Some of that backroom team will come from Bournemouth and one of the reasons for the delay is of course Bournemouth are part of the Championship play-offs, looking to get back into the Premier League, and that could hamper Eddie Howe’s chances of taking one or two of his former coaches with him to Glasgow.
“But Eddie Howe will be the new Celtic manager in time for the start of next season.”
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CHARLIE NICHOLAS has blasted Scottish giants Rangers and Celtic for banning Andy Walker from their stadiums.Last week, SunSport exclusively revealed the Old Firm pair told the Sky Sports pundit to stay away from Ibrox and Parkheadover comments made on air.
Sky Sports commentator Andy Walker has been told to stay away from Rangers and CelticCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun Glasgow
Charlie Nicholas was sacked by Sky Sports last year and has hit out at the Scottish clubs for banning WalkerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Celtic are believed to still be furious over Walker’s outspoken criticism of their controversial trip to Dubai in January for a winter training camp.
Sky Sports – who pay £25million a year for their Scottish Premiership coverage – have yet to break their silence on Walker’s ban.
Nicholas – who was sacked as a Soccer Saturday pundit last summer – accused the broadcasters of showing a lack of support.
Former Celtic striker Walker – who is believed to be seeking legal advice – has been a regular commentator for the broadcasting giants since 2009.
Nicholas also warned the bitter feud could have ramifications on future TV deals.
Writing in the Daily Express, Nicholas roared: “It is an absolute disgrace how Andy Walker has been left exposed by Celtic and Rangers.
“I haven’t spoken to my old friend in a wee while, since I left Sky.
“The Old Firm duo have banned Andy from their grounds. They are two of the least helpful clubs in the world.
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“They are happy to take the money from the television companies yet they want to tell pundits what they should and shouldn’t be saying.
“It’s a shambles the way Andy has been treated.
“Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher are hard-hitting about Manchester United and Liverpool in their roles as pundits, but do they get banned by their old clubs?
“No, they don’t. I am as critical of Arsenal as Celtic.
“Arsenal don’t like it but they still treat me the same way at the club as the day I signed.
“What concerns me is the lack of support that Sky has shown Andy.
“They should be saying to Rangers and Celtic, ‘If you don’t let him into your grounds then we won’t be paying you for those games’.
“Celtic couldn’t wait to jump on the bandwagon because of Andy’s criticism after they heard Rangers had banned him.
“We had Neil Lennon on Soccer Saturday the other day – the same man who demanded an apology from Sky for Andy’s comments.
“Neil Doncaster and the SPFL must step in to sort this out because, if they don’t, they could end up jeopardising any future television deals.”
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