It hasn’t taken long to get that Scotland camp deja vu.
Remember that line: “This game isn’t a ‘must win’?” Shudder.
At least we have some new narrative arcs to enjoy this week though. Will Fletcher start? Will Commons be re-called? Will Kenny Miller play? (wait, that’s an old one….).
I bet Jordan Rhodes is feeling left out. Maybe he can get a slice of Steven Pressley's birthday cake.
Away from The Road To Rio, you can’t beat a sarcastic east Asian animation, eh? Deep sea equipment, a steam roller and a reference to 1981 war submarine cult classic Das Boot – take that Luis Suarez.
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‘Wales clash isn’t win or bust for Scotland’
Uh-oh…
Steven Fletcher ‘desperate’ to get going with his country again
Fletch didn’t face the media but did put out these polished lines of undying commitment via the Scottish FA website.
No guarantees that Steven Fletcher will start for Scotland
But will he start? Football Talk thinks….of course he will.
Scott Brown hoping to be fit to play in both Scotland matches
In form, but also struggling with a chronic hip problem. It is no understatement to say that Scotland needs the Celtic skipper’s bite and leadership.
Kris Commons in line for Scotland re-call
Could he? He could? But only if Snodgrass pulls out. And even then, who is to say Commons would give up his week-long pampering session from grateful gaffer Neil Lennon…. (The Daily Record)
Hibs star Gary Deegan is out for weeks with a broken jaw
Weeks, possibly months, on the sidelines for Deegan after a city centre incident put him in hospital.
Stirling Albion goal hero Brian Allison on his five minutes of fame and his true allegiances
The Edinburgh labourer struck the winning goal against Rangers and cannot believe the attention it has brought him.
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A question of atmosphere – when a big stadium is not the best option
With Italian clubs downscaling to improve atmosphere – redress demand for tickets – Alex asks whether British sides learn a lesson or two. (The Football Ramble)
Garth Crooks wants James Morrison picked….for England
Great insight from the pundit here. Get him picked Roy! (The Scottish Sun)
La Revision: All the latest action from Ligue 1
Jason Milligan charts another tough week for reigning champions Montpellier in France’s top league.
Watch, enjoy, repeat to fade.
Andy Coyle and Grant Russell present the talking points from the weekend matches.
STV Sports Daily: SPL week nine round-up
Maxi Roriguez gets himself his first goal for his new club, Newell’s Old Boy’s, after just 24 seconds of the game.
Marvellous effort, Taiwan. Luis Suarez gets the virtual new treatment to delicious effect after his cringe-worthy dive against Stoke City at the weekend.
