Sport Latest News | The Scotsman

Scotsman Sport Headlines

Scotland duo Finn Russell and Cameron Redpath both sustained injuries playing for Bath. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Finn Russell and Cameron Redpath ‘significant’ injury blow update

Aberdeen have appointed a new manager, with Jimmy Thelin due to take over in June.

Aberdeen confirm Thelin appointment as Cormack reveals stiff Elfsborg resistance

Dundee v Rangers will take place at Dens Park on Wednesday.

Dundee v Rangers to be played at Dens Park after pitch inspection

Nathan Patterson suffered a hamstring injury while playing for Everton against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Patterson Scotland Euro 2024 injury fears grow after Everton update

The Scotland defender picked up an injury during 6-0 defeat by Chelsea
Glasgow unsure of Sharks’ motives as URC run-in throws up South African trio
Five key URC matches to end the season for Warriors...
Blair Kinghorn in action for Scotland against Canada during the 2018 tour match in Edmonton. (Picture: Gary Hutchison/SNS)

Kick-off times for Scotland’s first two summer tour matches confirmed

Details finalised for Canada and US fixtures
Patterson Scotland Euro 2024 injury fears grow after Everton updateMark Atkinson
Mark Atkinson
Ross County's Rangers display has bottom six teams on red alert
Only Hibs have breathing space as Staggies show they are up for fight...
Lewis Ferguson injury devastation as Scotland midfielder ruled out of Euro 2024
Bologna captain suffers cruciate ligament injury...

Glasgow hosting Commonwealth Games again is a Willy Wonka idea Aidan Smith

Nathan Patterson has emerged as a doubt for Euro 2024 after suffering a hamstring injury in his first Everton appearance since January. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Nathan Patterson hands Scotland another major Euro 2024 injury sweat

Aberdeen are closing in on the appointment of Jimmy Thelin as their new manager. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Major Aberdeen next manager development as Elfsborg set to appoint new boss

Andy Murray screams in pain after damaging ankle ligaments during his match against Tomas Machac at the Miami Open last month. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Andy Murray avoids ankle surgery as injury update issued ahead of Wimbledon

Football

McDiarmid Park has been lined up as an alternative venue for Dundee v Rangers.

McDiarmid Park lined up for Dundee-Rangers clash if Dens Park unsuitable

The twice called-off match could be played in Perth if Dundee’s home pitch is not suitableMark AtkinsonMark Atkinson
The date for the final Old Firm match will be set in the coming days.

When the SPFL Premiership split fixtures are likely to be announced

Will Fish called Hibs' late collapse at Motherwell 'a sickener' as they missed out on the top six.

Fish says Hibs can succeed under Montgomery as Man Utd loanee speaks on future

On this day 1967: 10 retro photos of Scotland's 3-2 win vs EnglandGraham Falk
Ollie Watkins scores Aston Villa's second goal in the 2-0 win over Arsenal at the Emirates. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)

Arteta and Klopp react as Arsenal and Liverpool dealt hammer blows in title race

Xabi Alonso celebrates with a mock-up of the Bundesliga trophy after Bayer Leverkusen were crowned 2023-24 champions for the first time. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER/AFP via Getty Images)

Leverkusen claim first ever German title as ex-Celtic star helps make history

Rangers midfielder Todd Cantwell looks dejected as Josh Sims puts Ross County 3-1 ahead. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Rangers verdict: Big questions in defence but good viewing for Celtic and Hearts

Rangers manager Philippe Clement during the 3-2 defeat to Ross County at the Global Energy Stadium. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Ross County boss reveals Philippe Clement apology for handshake 'snub'

Rangers defender Connor Goldson looks dejected at full time after the 3-2 defeat to Ross County. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Rangers boss suggests Dundee pitch saga a factor in defeat to Ross County

Hearts' Lawrence Shankland celebrates after Yutaro Oda scored to make it 2-2 against Livingston. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

From protest banners to securing Europe is credit to Hearts boss and players

A women died inside Celtic Park prior to the match against St Mirren. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Woman dies inside Celtic Park prior to St Mirren match as club issue statement

Rugby Union

Jamie Farndale was men's player of the tournament. Pic: Bryan Robertson

Melrose Sevens: Scotland and GB duo take great joy from winning closer to home

Edinburgh's Jake Henry on the attack against Sharks full-back Aphelele Fassi during the EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-final at Kings Park, Durban. (Photo: Steve Haag Sports/INPHO/Shutterstock)

Edinburgh Rugby coach reveals bold URC aim after Challenge Cup exit

Blair Kinghorn of Toulouse celebrates with team mate Antoine Dupont after scoring their fifth try during the Investec Champions Cup quarter-final win over Exeter. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

Blair Kinghorn leads the way as Toulouse storm into Champions Cup semi-final

England score a second try through Abby Dow against Scotland.

Scotland Women vow to respond after suffering sore defeat by England

Shogun Rugby celebrate their title win. Pic: Bryan Robertson

Shogun Rugby dominate Melrose Sevens by claiming men's and women's title

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - APRIL 06: Edinburgh Head Coach Sean Everitt pre-match during an EPCR Challenge Cup match between Edinburgh Rugby and Aviron Bayonnais at Scottish Gas Murrayfield, on April 06, 2024, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Sean Everitt rues Edinburgh indiscipline and cites 8-1 stat as Sharks fight back

Aphelele Fassi of the Hollywoodbets Sharks juggles the ball against Edinburgh during the Challenge Cup quarter-final at Kings Park in Durban. (Photo by Steve Haag Sports/INPHO/Shutterstock)

Edinburgh Rugby overpowered by Sharks in EPCR Challenge Cup quarter-finals

Golf

Bryson DeChambeau moves a sign while preparing to play his second shot on the 13th hole from the 14th fairway during the second round of the 2024 Masters. Picture: Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images.

Hats off to Bryson DeChambeau for his part in timely TV ratings boost for golf

Swede Ludvig Åberg acknowledges the crowd walking off the 18th green during the final round of the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: Warren Little/Getty Images.

Ludvig Aberg shows why he's been tipped by Rory McIlroy to be world No 1

Scottie Scheffler poses with the trophy after winning the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: Warren Little/Getty Images.

Scheffler's tears turn into fears for his rivals - 'different kind of special'

Scottie Scheffler is awarded the Green Jacket by 2023 champion Jon Rahm during the Green Jacket Ceremony at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: Jamie Squire/Getty Images.

Scottie Scheffler joins Tiger Woods as only world No 1s to win multiple Masters

Other Sport

Boxer Willie Limond has died at the age of 45.

Tributes paid to Scottish boxer Limond after he dies at age of 45

Golden State Warriors were NBA champions in 2022. (Getty Images)

NBA: When do the NBA playoffs start 2024? How to watch every game

Can LeBron James super charge an unlikely Lakers run at the NBA playoffs this year? Cr. Getty Images

Pelicans vs Lakers: How to watch NBA play in game clash in the UK

Here are the 25 highest paid NBA players in 2024. Cr. Getty Images.

Here are the 25 highest paid players in the NBA

Who will win the NBA Championship playoffs this year? HEre are the latest odds. Cr. Getty Images.

NBA Playoffs 2024: Who are the favourites to win the NBA Championship?

Caledonia Gladiators are looking to make history in the playoffs. Cr. Caledonia Gladiators.

'We want to' - Caledonia Gladiators boss reveals BBL playoff aims

Tourism boats gather as teams compete on the third day of the 37th America's Cup preliminary regatta in Spain. Picture: Josep Lago/AFP via Getty Images

Sailing events could harm marine life, Scottish research shows

Sport Opinion

Why the sun may be setting on the 'Friendly Games' Scotsman comment

Stade Rochelais have been European champions in each of the last two seasons but how would they fare in a Club World Cup against the best of the southern hemisphere? (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Fraser Brown: I love Club World Cup concept but demands on players unsustainable

Referee Don Robertson calls the Dundee v Rangers match off during a secondary pitch inspection at Dens Park.

Shameful Dundee-SPFL postponement saga catches Rangers and Hibs in its crossfire

Bob MacIntyre on the 12th green as Sandy Lyle of Scotland looks on during a practice round prior to the 2022 Masters at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: David Cannon/Getty Images.

No Scot in Masters for first time since 1984 is definitely disappointing

Cameron Redpath is one a handful of Scottish players with a realistic chance of winning the Champions Cup.

Chances of European success show where Scotland is in rugby's pecking order

Harlequins coach Danny Wilson comes up against his old team Glasgow Warriors.

Wilson link adds intrigue but won't be significant Warriors-Quins factor

More Scotsman sport

Tiger Woods and amateur Neal Shipley walk on the third hole at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: Andrew Redington/Getty Images.

Forget finish, 100th Masters round for Tiger Woods was still memorable

Julia Westerman expressed "disbelief" in her social media post about her first-ever game of golf being at Augusta National.

Martin Dempster's Masters 2024 diary: Augusta set to stage a first-ever game

A decision will be made on whether Dens Park can host Dundee v Rangers on Tuesday. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Dundee v Rangers alternative venue emerges as 'agreement reached' with club

Kyogo Furuhashi scored on his last visit to Hampden when Celtic won the Scottish Cup last season.

Kyogo speaks on Hampden, shoulder injury, playing under Rodgers and Hatate

Rangers manager Philippe Clement takes his team to Dingwall to face Ross County on Sunday.

Clement hits Rangers milestone with sizeable impact - 'I love Scottish football'

Scottie Scheffler reacts after making birdie on the 18th green during the third round of the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: Warren Little/Getty Images.

Scottie Scheffler leads after back-nine drama in third round of 88th Masters

A dejected Tiger Woods walks off the 18th green in the third round of the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. Picture: Andrew Redington/Getty Images.

'Sore all day' Tiger Woods cards worst-ever 82 in Masters after poor warm up

Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi (right) celebrates with Reo Hatate after scoring his side second goal against St Mirren.

Celtic's biggest concern came from dugout but Kennedy explained all

Jason Day wore his vest top when he completed the first round of the 88th Masters on Friday morning. Picture: Warren Little/Getty Images.

Augusta National 'asked' Jason Day not to wear top emblazoned with sponsor name

Dundee's Jordan McGhee (L) and Ricki Lamie celebrate securing top six at Pittodrie.

Proud Dundee celebrate top-six berth as Docherty reveals late switch

The Hibs players are left devastated at Motherwell after missing out on the top six.

Hibs' failure poses Montgomery questions - but others can't be spared scrutiny

Bob MacIntyre is bidding to make his third appearance in The Masters, having finished tied 12th on his debut in 2021 before making the top 25 again the following year. Picture: Orlando Ramirez/Getty Images.

Explainer Sign up for The Scotsman's free golf newsletter

Celtic's Reo Hatate celebrates with Nicolas Kuhn and Matt O'Riley.

Celtic ready to 'come alive' in title fight but will have to do it without Maeda

Hearts' Cammy Devlin celebrates scoring to make it 3-2 against Livingston.

Naismith says Hearts comeback was no surprise and explains big Gordon call

Nick Montgomery and Hibs failed to reach the top six after conceding a late goal to Motherwell.

'Hibs have failed': Montgomery says bottom six is not good enough

Royal Norwich player Chloe Tarbard shows off the trophy after winning the Scottish Girls' Open at Powfoot. Picture: Scottish Golf

Scottish successes for Chloe Tarbard and Louka Morin at Powfoot and irvine

Che Adams has scored five goals in 29 appearances for Scotland.

Scotland striker Adams 'eyed by duo' as Southampton future remains unclear

Kemar Roofe's Rangers contract expires at the end of the season.

Rangers' Roofe linked with four clubs as contract situation attracts suitors

Rangers manager Philippe Clement and Hibs boss Nick Montgomery.

Montgomery agrees with Clement Rangers assessment on Dens Park pitch fiasco