3 h. ago Confident, ambitious, serious – the Nuno effect is taking Forest into dreamland

Those who know the man behind the stern facade all attest to the special qualities of a manager who has taken club to unexpected heightsCommunication is key for Nuno Espírito Santo, whether it is speaking to his squad, playing music or guiding horses over jumps. Simple and clear messages make working for and with the Nottingham Forest head coach uncomplicated, because everybody knows what is demanded of them on and off the pitch.The only place Nuno’s methods have not worked at is Tottenham, where he returns on Monday with Forest, who are in a race to qualify for the Champions League and are preparing for an FA Cup semi-final. The Portuguese was never the right fit in north London, lasting four months before being dismissed, but he will not be out for revenge: the league table has done that for him. Continue reading...

Politics

15 h. ago Never mind the late drama, Amorim and Postecoglou still face the Ten Hag trap | Jonathan Wilson

The Australian could leave after Spurs win the Europa League, while United may stick with their coach after winning nothingErik ten Hag has gone, but his shadow looms over English football still. The mistake was understandable enough: high on the euphoria of beating Manchester City in the FA Cup final, Manchester United renewed his contract. Three months into the new season, more than £180m spent on summer transfers, Ten Hag was dismissed with United 14th in the table on 11 points from nine games.The sporting director, Dan Ashworth, and various members of Ten Hag’s backroom staff also left, at a total cost of £14.5m. Or, to put it another way, keeping Ten Hag cost United £200m and in effect undermined this season. Nobody wants to be caught in the Ten Hag trap. Continue reading...

Events

15 h. ago Neil Critchley's fatal Hearts flaw exposed again and there's no data needed to know it's crisis time at Tynecastle

A Scottish Cup semi-final defeat to Aberdeen is the latest big game Hearts have lost under Critchley after early alarm bells

Events

17 h. ago Hearts boss Neil Critchley takes aim at John Beaton amid rapid red card and disrespect claims

Jambos boss not happy with some decisions in Scottish Cup semi-final

Politics

17 h. ago Dave Cormack makes Aberdeen Scottish Cup Final ticket prediction as glory question gets bullish response

The Dons will face St Johnstone or Celtic at the national stadium in the Scottish Cup Final next month

Sport

19 h. ago Jimmy Thelin going all out to lift Scottish Cup with Aberdeen in his first ever final as boss admits 'we wanted this so much'

The Dons dumped Hearts to book a Hampden return to face St Johnstone or Celtic on May 24

Politics

20 h. ago Aberdeen break 9 man Hearts as Oday Dabbagh sneaks them through to Scottish Cup Final – 3 talking points

Michael Steinwender and Cammy Devlin were sent packing as Jimmy Thelin's men left it late to edge Hampden semi

Politics

20 h. ago Hearts v Aberdeen player ratings: 8/10 star men, player destined for bigger things and many disappointments

Marks out of ten as Aberdeen beat Hearts to reach Scottish Cup final

Sport

24 h. ago Hearts vs Aberdeen LIVE as Critchley goes for the jugular and Dons have their own surprise

It's sure to be a barnstormer of a Scottish Cup semi-final from the national stadium as these two storied clubs plot their path

Politics

24 h. ago Hearts 0 Aberdeen 0 LIVE score and goal updates from the Scottish Cup semi final at Hampden

It's sure to be a barnstormer of a Scottish Cup semi-final from the national stadium as these two storied clubs plot their path

Sport

24 h. ago Hearts 1 Aberdeen 1 LIVE as Steinwender sent off for last gasp disaster at Hampden

It's sure to be a barnstormer of a Scottish Cup semi-final from the national stadium as these two storied clubs plot their path

Society

24 h. ago Hearts 1 Aberdeen 1 LIVE as we head to extra time with Thelin and Critchley duke it out

It's sure to be a barnstormer of a Scottish Cup semi-final from the national stadium as these two storied clubs plot their path

Politics

29 h. ago Mats Knoester looking to leave Hearts in the dark as Aberdeen star draws AGF cup comparison

Knoester helped AGF to the Danish Cup Final and swears there was no conspiracy theory behind the lights going out in their semi-final

Politics

29 h. ago I've got a Celtic Hampden scalp on my CV already but it's something else that's spurring me on for a St Johnstone repeat

Saints are out to topple the Hoops again and reach the final of the Scottish Cup for the second time in four years

Politics

41 h. ago What channel is Hearts vs Aberdeen? Live stream, TV, ref, VAR and team news for Scottish Cup semi final at Hampden

The Jambos and the Dons face off in Glasgow for a place in the final on May 24

Sport

42 h. ago Man City FA Youth Cup final date confirmed as Blues look to make history

Manchester City booked their place in the FA Youth Cup final with a win at Watford last week, looking to defend last year's title.

Politics

44 h. ago Celtic predicted line up vs St Johnstone: Brendan Rodgers opts for 2 changes as Kuhn decision made for semi

This is how we predict Celtic to line up against St Johnstone in the Scottish Cup semi-final on Sunday afternoon at Hampden Park.

Politics

44 h. ago 'Sadness to it': Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers has say on Adam Idah video and has no doubts on mentality

Irish striker set to be in squad for cup semi-final against St Johnstone

Politics

50 h. ago St Johnstone vs Celtic injury news: 7 out as Brendan Rodgers mulls over starting XI for Hampden semi

Here is the latest team news ahead of St Johnstone v Celtic in the Scottish Cup semi-final at Hampden Park on Sunday.

Events

52 h. ago St Johnstone vs Celtic: Team news, predictions, key men and latest Scottish Cup odds

Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the Scottish Cup semi-final clash between St Johnstone and Celtic.

Politics