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Every weekday The Low Block assembles Scotland’s top football journalists for a 30–minute deep dive into the day’s three biggest stories, delivering sharp, wide‑ranging discussion that covers every corner of Scottish football.

  1. 11h ago

    Unpacking Hearts' disastrous afternoon! Is Robinson's Dons exit inevitable?

    Craig Fowler is joined by Matthew Johnston and Josh McCafferty to discuss the biggest talking points across Scottish football this weekend. What now for Hearts after a humbling 5-2 demolition defeat at home to flying Falkirk. Is Vrancken starting to run out of excuses? Meanwhile, Aberdeen are set to hold crisis talks over the future of manager Stephen Robinson after their damaging 4-0 loss to Hibernian at home. Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  2. 2d ago

    Martin O’Neill masterclass or lucky escape? NO EXCUSES for Hearts! Weekend Premiership Preview

    The Low Block panel break down Celtic’s dramatic European win and Hearts’ 3-1 defeat to FC Thun, before looking ahead to a big Scottish Premiership weekend. 00:55 Celtic’s comeback win over Beşiktaş 03:30 Martin O’Neill’s team selection and substitutions 05:19 Celtic’s reliance on their star striker 11:30 Hearts’ defeat to FC Thun 17:37 How much leeway do injury-hit Hearts deserve? 20:11 Aberdeen v Hibs preview 25:02 St Mirren v Rangers preview Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  3. 4d ago

    Are Celtic letting McGregor down? Hearts' finances analysed and McAvennie comments on Trusty

    Is Callum McGregor being let down by Celtic’s midfield? And what do Hearts’ latest financial results tell us about Tony Bloom’s investment? Liam Bryce is joined by Jonny McFarlane and Graeme Young on The Low Block to discuss Celtic’s midfield problems ahead of their Europa League meeting with Beşiktaş. The panel also examines Hearts’ finances and recruitment model, before discussing Frank McAvennie’s comments about Auston Trusty and bereavement. In this episode: 00:00 Welcome to The Low Block01:24 Callum McGregor and Celtic’s midfield06:13 How can Celtic get the best out of McGregor?13:43 Celtic’s recruitment and attacking options17:50 Hearts’ financial results and Tony Bloom’s investment26:45 How should Hearts judge the recruitment model?34:28 Auston Trusty, Frank McAvennie and the response to grief Like and subscribe for more Scottish football discussion from The Terrace. #CelticFC #HeartsFC #ScottishFootball #TheLowBlock Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  4. 5d ago

    Pocognoli praises 'SPECIAL' Curtis! What's going on at Celtic? Can Hearts bounce back from cup loss?

    Scotland’s squad, Celtic’s European test and Hearts’ injury concerns are on the agenda in this episode of The Low Block. Blair Malloy is joined by Graeme McGarry and Matthew Johnson to discuss Sebastian Pocognoli’s latest press conference, Scott McTominay’s return and the debate over Scotland’s squad selections. The panel also previews Celtic’s clash with Beşiktaş and Hearts’ trip to FC Thun, and asks what Martin O’Neill’s visit to watch Celtic B tells us about the situation at the club. What do you make of the Scotland squad? And how will Celtic and Hearts fare in Europe? Let us know in the comments. 1:07 Scotland squad and Sebastian Pocognoli’s press conference 5:14 Finlay Curtis 11:17 Pocognoli’s demands and Scotland’s upcoming games 14:53 Celtic v Beşiktaş preview 17:28 Why was Martin O’Neill watching Celtic B? 19:52 Celtic’s loan signings and transfer strategy 22:55 Hearts v FC Thun preview and injury concerns Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  5. Nov 2

    Reedijk's Hibs finally ARRIVE at Hampden! Ryan Naderi sees Rangers into final as Celtic in turmoil!

    Host Blair Malloy is joined in the studio by David Irvine to look back on a dramatic weekend of Scottish football. Hibs' Hampden Heroics: How Marink Reedijk's side recovered from going a goal down after three minutes to stun Edinburgh rivals Hearts 2-1 and book their spot in the Premier Sports Cup Final. They discuss Ryan Naderi's impact on Rangers and Celtic in turmoil after Falkirk loss. 01:16 - Edinburgh Derby: Hibs Stun Hearts 2-1 at Hampden 08:12 - Where Do Hearts Go From Here? (Injury Crisis) 17:30 - Rangers Reach the Final: Derek McInnes' Rebuild & Domestic Focus 19:15 - Naderi's Match-Winning Value & Ruthless Striker Instinct 25:18 - Falkirk 2-0 Celtic: The Champions Stunned 33:57 - John McGlynn's Miracle Work: How Falkirk Rebuilt & Jacob Murrell Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  6. Oct 30

    League Cup semi-final PREVIEW! Does Derek McInnes NEED to win? What can Hibs do to SHOCK rivals?

    Craig Fowler is joined by Graeme McGarry and David Irvine to preview the Premier Sports Cup semi-finals at Hampden this weekend. What needs to happen for Aberdeen to pull off an upset? Does Derek McInnes need to win this game to keep Rangers fans behind him? Will Hearts’ firepower be too much for Hibs? Or can Marink Reedijk’s new pressing system propel his side to victory? Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  7. Oct 29

    Hearts and Rangers managers BEEF! Aberdeen are like MAN UNITED!? Should Celtic have got a RED CARD?

    Craig Fowler is joined by Liam Bryce and Graeme Young to discuss the biggest talking points from the midweek fixture card in the Scottish Premiership, including a barnstorming game at Tynecastle, Stephen Robinson circling the drain at Aberdeen, Colby Donovan being a lucky boy and three teams in trouble. Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  8. Oct 28

    Does Derek McInnes deserve HATRED from Hearts fans? Aberdeen face defensive injury CRISIS!

    Liam Bryce is joined by Graeme McGarry and James Cairney to look forward to tonight's big match at Tynecastle as Derek McInnes makes his return to Gorgie for the first time since leaving Rangers for Hearts. The trio also discuss Aberdeen's mounting injury problems and envision what Scottish football would've looked like if Celtic and Rangers jumped ship to the English Championship in the early 2000s. Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

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Every weekday The Low Block assembles Scotland’s top football journalists for a 30–minute deep dive into the day’s three biggest stories, delivering sharp, wide‑ranging discussion that covers every corner of Scottish football.

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  • Creator
    Newsquest
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Newsquest
  • Show Website
    The Low Block

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