Scottish Football Podcast

BBC Radio Scotland

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The latest talking points from Scotland at the World Cup Breaking news, views and analysis

9 hr ago

Scotland's World Cup on the brink

After a bruising defeat to Brazil leaves Scotland’s World Cup hopes hanging by a thread, Jonathan Sutherland is joined by Stephen McGowan and Andy Halliday to ask the big questions. How did Scotland’s campaign unravel so quickly - and how much did costly individual errors play a part? Where does responsibility lie: with Steve Clarke, the players, or something deeper? Has this group reached its ceiling under the current manager? And what does the future look like with a lack of emerging talent coming through? The panel also asks what must change in youth development, structure and culture if Scotland are to compete at this level again.

32 min
1 day ago

Sportsound : Scotland face anxious wait after Brazilian lesson in Miami

Post-match reaction as Scotland's errors cost them dear against Brazil leaving their last 32 fate in the balance.

1hr 10min
2 days ago

Miami Meltdown or Miracle? Scotland face Brazil showdown

As Scotland face Brazil in the Miami heat, Jonathan Sutherland is joined by Tony Docherty and Scott Allan to ask the big questions ahead of what could be a defining World Cup night. How do Scotland avoid a repeat of the Hungary game at the Euros and instead seize a historic opportunity? Can Steve Clarke’s side cope with extreme conditions and keep their composure against Brazil’s attacking power? What is the right tactical setup - and who should start in midfield to give Scotland control? Plus can anyone stop Lionel Messi and who will win the Golden Boot? All the key questions ahead of a crucial clash.

33 min
3 days ago

Respect Brazil or go for It? Scotland’s big World Cup call - plus what if Messi played in the SPFL?

Scotland head into a huge FIFA World Cup clash with Brazil knowing qualification is still within reach - but are they doing enough to grab it? Kenny Macintyre is joined by Kris Doolan and John Walker to pick apart the Morocco performance, the lack of attacking threat, and whether Scotland are showing Brazil too much respect. With Scott McTominay covering more ground than any other player in the World Cup but is it often too far from goal? How can we unlock Scotland’s biggest weapon? Is a back five the only option, or is there room to be braver? Plus, could Lionel Messi cut it in the Scottish leagues?

32 min
4 days ago

Frustration vs Potential: Can Scotland Step Up Against Brazil?

Kenny Macintyre is joined by Andy Halliday and Scott Allan to ask the big questions after Scotland’s narrow defeat to Morocco. What really went wrong in that performance, and were the tactics too passive? Is Steve Clarke getting enough out of a talented squad, or is there more to come? How should Scotland approach the Brazil game – and what changes are needed to stay in the tournament? And with knockout hopes still alive, can Scotland find a way through when it matters most?

37 min
4 days ago

Sportsound: Brazil preview and is the World Cup catching fire?

Richard Gordon is joined by Craig Levein and Hugh Macdonald to preview Scotland v Brazil in Miami with South American football expert Tim Vickery and we ask how the World Cup is being received in the USA, with ESPN commentator Mark Donaldson.

35 min
5 days ago

Sportsound: Rangers, Hearts, Motherwell and St Mirren's managerial moves

Away from the World Cup, there's been plenty of domestic football news. We discuss Derek McIness' move to Rangers, who now for Hearts and Motherwell appoint their new manager.

56 min
6 days ago

Sportsound: The morning after World Cup defeat against Morocco

The Sportsound team in Boston reflect on the night before where Scotland was defeated by Morocco in their second World Cup match.

1hr 60min

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David Currie

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Liam McLeod

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Craig Levein

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Hugh MacDonald

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Tim Vickery

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Mark Donaldson

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Scott Allan

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John Walker

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Andy Halliday

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Leanne Crighton

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26/05/2025

sanjmcg

Does Cammy Bell realise he says listen at the start of every sentence he speaks?…. We are listening we don’t need him to constantly say it!!
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30 May

Yermaw has

Great having ex The Rangers players talking about the WC who aren’t big enough into it to actually plan to watch it. Any chance you can get some pundits who are.
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3 Feb

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Let’s focus on Celtic again shall we
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31/10/2025

spatersonster

The audio is all over the place and very poor by standards of the BBC . Quality doesn’t matter much in terms of content also it seems increasingly.