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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. 18h 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/

  2. 1d 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/

  3. 3d ago

    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/

  4. 6d ago

    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/

  5. 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/

  6. 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/

  7. Oct 27

    Motherwell in CRISIS? Dundee United fly under the radar! Bobby Madden's comments on Willie Collum

    Is Motherwell’s losing run a crisis, or is there reason for optimism at Fir Park? Blair Malloy is joined by David Irvine and Liam Bryce on The Low Block to discuss six straight league defeats for Motherwell, St Mirren’s win over Dundee and if Zidane Iqbal can shoot Dundee United towards Europe. The panel also looks at former referee Bobby Madden’s criticism of Willie Collum. What do you make of the weekend’s Scottish Premiership action? Let us know in the comments, and subscribe for more Scottish football discussion. #ScottishFootball #ScottishPremiership #TheLowBlock Support the show: https://www.theterrace.scot/subscribe/

  8. Oct 26

    What do Celtic do with Hogh? Kim announces himself & should games have been CANCELLED this week?

    Blair Malloy is joined by Matthew Johnson and Graeme Young on The Low Block to break down all the major talking points from a stormy weekend across the Scottish Premiership. We look back at Celtic's 2-1 comeback win over Hibs at Easter Road. While Camilo Durán dug Martin O'Neill's side out of a hole once again, what does Kasper Hogh's display say about his role leading the line? Plus, what next for Hibs after another damaging defeat? Across the M8, Rangers cruised to a 4-0 win over St Johnstone at Ibrox. We examine Kevin Kelsy's double, Ryan Naderi's chaotic strike partnership, and the eye-test brilliance of big-money summer signing Min-su Kim ahead of a pivotal week featuring Hearts at Tynecastle and the League Cup semi-finals. Finally, the great Scottish weather debate: should games go ahead under amber warnings, or are monsoon conditions part of Scottish football's unique selling point? 00:55 - Hibs 1-2 Celtic: Match reaction from Easter Road 07:25 - The "Bodø/Glimt Curse": Why do their strikers struggle to adapt? 11:00 - Celtic's domestic winning run under Martin O'Neill 13:20 - Hibs in crisis: Grant Hanley up front & David Gray fallout 16:35 - Min-su Kim: Is he the signing of the season so far? 21:45 - Kevin Kelsy & Ryan Naderi's strike partnership 25:40 - Should games be called off in amber weather? 👍 If you enjoyed the show, drop a like, leave your thoughts in the comments, and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to The Terrace YouTube channel for daily Scottish football analysis! 🌐 Support our independent Scottish football coverage: https://theterrace.scot/subscribe 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
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Newsquest
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    The Low Block

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