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Just that I would have thought his choice of assistant would be more involved on tactics on match days. But obviously not.

I blame the schools.

How could it be McAuley? He played well, but.

It seems that it’s always MB who comes out to discuss with Gerrard during games, very very rarely Gary McAllister assistant manager.

Anyone else see the performance from this young lad? In front of Main Stand Broomie end, any slower and he would be stopped.

That interview could be taken as a a criticism of the board, the same board he has praised up till now. He also seems to be trying to extradite himself from some of his signings.

Don’t see us winning 55 with those mentioned so far, we have a long way to go.

McGregor and McCrorie at fault for goal, poor clearance by McGtegor and McCrorie let the scorer run off him. Having said that 1 shot at goal from us was poor.

No. As Frankie says from internet.

Celtic: Leigh Griffiths faces spell out to deal with 'ongoing issues' 3 hours ago From the sectionCeltic Sharethis page Leigh Griffiths missed a penalty in last week's draw at Motherwell Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths will be "out of football for a little period of time" as he receives help with "ongoing issues", including some relating to his mental health, says Brendan Rodgers. The Scotland forward, 28, has made 22 appearances in a stop-start season that has been disrupted by injuries. Griffiths withdrew from the Scotland squad to face Israel and Portugal in October to focus on his fitness. "Leigh has had issues for a number of months," Celtic manager Rodgers said. "He's reached a point where it's a struggle for him. We are going to give him all the professional help he needs to get him back in a good place again." 'I have had to overcome dark times' - Griffiths Griffiths 'not in the huff' - Grant Rodgers declined to elaborate on the issues, calling them "confidential", but said Griffiths "needs to find a happiness". "He's a great guy but football and life is tough for him right now," Rodgers added. "We want to help him with that and we'll let you know when he's back. "I'm very close with him. We have a strong relationship and he's had a number of issues outside of football. "Thankfully for him, for the issues that young players and young people in general can come across, there is great support out there. "It's no longer a weakness to talk now. Forget football, think of the guy as a human being and take it from there. "The most important thing for managers and coaches is the welfare of players. He has all of our support - the team, the staff and the supporters." Griffiths has scored six goals this season, the most recent in Celtic's 3-0 win over Hamilton Academical on 24 November.

Remember that game as if it was yesterday. After game went back to St Enochs Station hotel to see team with trophy.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/sk-rapid-wien-aut-v-rangers-fc-sco-travel-advice World news story SK Rapid Wien (AUT) v Rangers FC (SCO) travel advice Travel advice for Rangers FC fans travelling to Vienna for the SK Rapid Wien v Rangers FC UEFA Europa League match on Thursday 13 December 2018. Published 10 December 2018 From: British Embassy Vienna Date: Thursday 13 December 2018 Venue: Allianz Stadion, 1140 Vienna Kick off time: 18:55 As well as this advice, check out our travel advice for Austria Passports and visas If you have a UK passport, you don’t need a visa to travel to Austria, but your passport should be valid for the proposed duration of your stay. Remember your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) but also take out travel insurance, even if you’re only going for one night. It could save you a lot of money if you get into difficulties. If your passport is lost or stolen, you’ll need to get an Emergency Travel Document from the British Embassy in Vienna. Please note it can take up to 2 working days for you to get your document. Getting to the stadium / Meeting point The Allianz Stadion is located in the west of Vienna, about 8 kilometres from the city centre. The address is Gerhard-Hanappi-Platz 1, 1140 Wien. The Allianz Stadion metro station ‘Hütteldorf’ lies right next to Allianz Stadion. It is the last stop on the U4 green metro line. Schwedenplatz in Vienna’s first district has been named as the main meeting point for Rangers FC fans in the run up to the game. By 16:00: Rangers FC fans should congregate around the grassy area at Morzinplatz (the northern end of Schwedenplatz, near the ‘Schwedenplatz’ U4 metro station). From here, officials will direct Rangers FC fans to ‘Schwedenplatz’ metro station – one of the U4 green line City Centre stations. From 16:30: Metro trains will leave from ‘Schwedenplatz’ station and take Rangers FC fans to the ‘Ober St.Veit’ station (2nd last stop) from where they will be escorted to the nearby Allianz Stadion. Please note: Tickets for the game are not valid as tickets for travel to the game. Tickets for public transport to the game should be purchased separately from the machines found in metro stations. Please also note that no flares are allowed on the underground or any other means of public transport and the wider vicinity of the underground stations (incl Schwedenplatz, Morzinplatz). Rangers FC supporters planning to get to the stadium by (pre-booked) bus from ‘Schwedenplatz’ will need to arrive at the Allianz stadium at Linzer Straße drop-off point for coaches. After the match, busses will pick up those Rangers supporters again at Linzer Straße and take them either back to ‘Schwedenplatz’ city centre or to the airport. (For alternative routes, please check the local route planner website for Vienna.) At the match The stadium will open around 17:30. Those Rangers FC fans with tickets for the North stands (sectors S3, S4, S5) will all be directed to the left side sector 5 by official match stewards. Relevant megaphone announcements will also be made in the relevant areas. Access to the stadium can be slow – there will be ticket checks and body searches at the entrance to the turnstiles; get to the stadium therefore early. Please note: Tickets for the game are sold out and there will be no official tickets available for purchase at the stadium. There will also be no possibility to obtain tickets anywhere around the stadium. Tips As in any other city beware of pickpockets and bag snatchers at airports, railway stations, around the town centre and when using public transport – only carry what you need and leave spare cash and valuables in hotel safety deposits. Contact the British Embassy Vienna British Embassy Vienna, Jauresgasse 10, 1030 Vienna, Austria Telephone +43 (0)1 71613 0 - choose option 2 for Consular Assistance. Also for out of hours emergencies Office hours: Monday to Friday: 09:15 to 17:00 For more information, please visit British Embassy Vienna website Emergency services numbers European Emergency Number – 112 You can call 112 from fixed and mobile phones anywhere in the EU to contact any emergency service: an ambulance, the fire brigade or the police. Fire – 122 Police – 133 Ambulance - 144 Further information Official website of SK Rapid Wien - SKRapid.at Follow on facebook at UK in Austria Follow on Twitter UK in Austria

He’s 26, at that age we should be looking at someone who has played at a decent level. We won’t win 55 if this is the calibre we’re looking at.

Lafferty is not the brightest, kicking out at opponent.

A lot of fans will be thinking the same.

It seems they’re wearing this on Sunday. https://dundeefc.co.uk/news/2018-19-3rd-kit/ Dundee Football Club are delighted to announce that this season we are continuing our partnership with SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity. SSAFA is the UK’s oldest military charity which provides lifelong support those currently serving, veterans and their families at the time of need. SSAFA provides financial, practical and emotional support to the Armed Forces community through its network of volunteers across the UK, including the local Dundee and Angus SSAFA branch. We have been back in discussions with SSAFA over the past few months and again as part of the affiliation we are delighted to reveal we will have another very special 3rd kit this season which we will wear against Rangers on Sunday. The shirt which includes the Cap badge of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards will go on sale in the club shop in limited numbers late next week and is available to pre-order now from the Dundee Direct website. Over 10% of jersey sales will be added to the eventual total which we are raising throughout the year for SSAFA. Along with wearing the kit and a number of other activities will take place on the day to help build the bond between ourselves and SSAFA. We look forward to continuing our work with SSAFA for another season. Josh Meekings models the 2018-19 Dundee FC third kit at Leuchars Station Army Base, part of the proceeds from sales of the new kit will benefit SSAFA the Armed Forces’ Charity

https://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/sport/football/3584778/rangers-uefa-charge-villarreal-europa-league-disciplinary-hearing/ GERS RAP Rangers charged by Uefa after Villarreal pitch invasion by supporter and ‘throwing of objects’ during Europa League clash Paul Cairney, 26, admitted running from the stand near linesman Manuel Vidali after Daniel Candeias was sent off By David Fowler 5th December 2018, 5:42 pm Updated: 5th December 2018, 5:43 pm RANGERS have been charged by Uefa after a fan ran onto the pitch to confront the linesman during their Europa League clash with Villarreal. Paul Cairney, 26, pled guilty to conducting himself in a disorderly manner and breaching the peace at Glasgow Sheriff Court last week. WILLIE VASS 3 Rangers fan Paul Cairney invaded the pitch WILLIE VASS 3 He later appeared in court He ran from the Ibrox stand near linesman Manuel Vidali after Daniel Candeias was sent off for a second booking. European football’s governing body today charged the Light Blues with ‘field invasions by supporters’ and ‘throwing of objects’. –– The case will be dealt with the Uefa Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body next Thursday, December 13. Nicholas Walker, 20, also admitted assaulting police officer Gary Montgomerie at the same match, which finished 0-0. He pled guilty to throwing a glass bottle from the crowd that narrowly missed PC Montgomerie.

Rangers: Club faces two Uefa charges over pitch invader and bottle-throwing incident 14 minutes ago From the sectionRangers Rangers have been charged by Uefa after a fan ran on to the pitch at Ibrox during last month's Europa League draw with Villarreal. The Scottish Premiership club have also been charged by European football's governing body for a separate bottle-throwing incident. Uefa say the case will be "dealt with by the Uefa Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body on 13 December". Steven Gerrard's side play their final group game the same day. Rangers are third in Group G, a point behind Villarreal and second place Rapid Vienna. They conclude their group campaign with a trip to the Austrian outfit.

According to a recent report from The Times, Oumar Niasse could be set for a move away come the New Year. The striker currently plays his football at Premier League outfit Everton and has done so since leaving Lokomotiv Moscow back in 2016, although a lack of regular game time under new manager Marco Silva this season has plunged his future at Goodison Park into doubt. And reports suggest that the 28-year-old might be let go by Silva come the January transfer window, which is news that should be of keen interest to Rangers manager Steven Gerrard, as the linked-away forward would no doubt aid his side’s push for the Scottish Premiership title.

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