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Scottish Premiership’s Thrilling Year-End: Aberdeen vs Celtic Clash, Rangers’ Crucial Test, and Rising Pressure on Hearts & Hibs

22/11/2024 Raymond 0

As the calendar year nears its end, Scottish Premiership clubs face a grueling schedule with little time for rest. With only five weeks left in 2024, Celtic, Rangers, and Hearts each have 10 matches to navigate, while other teams will play between seven and eight fixtures. The absence of a winter break means that squads will be pushed to their limits, balancing domestic duties with European commitments.

Aberdeen, currently sitting second, are in prime position to challenge the top spot, with their most anticipated match being a visit from Celtic on December 4. Meanwhile, Celtic, equipped with a deep squad, will aim to maintain their lead in the league while pursuing European glory. Rangers are facing a critical stretch, including a high-stakes Premier Sports Cup final against Celtic. For clubs like Hibernian, under pressure near the bottom of the table, every match is vital in their fight for survival. With so much at stake, the end-of-year run-in promises to be a thrilling climax to the season.

Report: Newcastle recently sent scouts to watch over Danish midfielder with 19 goals this season

26/05/2024 Raymond 0

While Newcastle United were dealing with a disappointing stint in Australia, Eddie Howe’s scouting team stayed closer to home, evaluating a player just north of the border. According to The Chronicle, Newcastle’s recruitment team was sent to observe Danish international Matt O’Riley of Celtic. O’Riley, despite his non-Danish name, has impressed significantly this season. In Celtic’s 3-2 victory over St Mirren, O’Riley’s standout performance was indicative of his season, where he accumulated 19 goals and 18 assists in 48 appearances across all competitions.

These impressive statistics are even more remarkable considering O’Riley is a midfielder, not a forward. His performances have attracted attention from several Premier League clubs, with Leicester City and Leeds United among his most notable admirers. Leeds is particularly keen, hoping to join Leicester in the Premier League after their play-off final against Southampton. If Newcastle decides to pursue O’Riley, they would likely outbid both Leicester and Leeds in terms of financial and career prospects.