Alex Ferguson has absolved his young players of blame for Manchester United’s shock FA Cup defeat to Leeds last weekend.

Goalkeeper Allan McGregor was selected ahead of Neil Alexander for Rangers’ Scottish Premier League opener against Falkirk.

NOBODY understands the lure of Southampton more than Rory Delap, but the Stoke midfielder is desperate for manager Tony Pulis to resist the overtures from St Mary’s and lead City to promotion.

JOHN COLLINS has been installed as favourite to take charge at Fulham following the sacking of Lawrie Sanchez yesterday.

Celtic manager Gordon Strachan and Scottish Premier League chairman Lex Gold have criticised UEFA president Michel Platini’s plans to award a Champions League place to cup winners.

Former Rangers striker John McDonald has urged the club to make a move for Kenny Miller.

Kenny Logan insists he will end his career with Glasgow Warriors but he is also determined to hand the Scotland team a boost before finally hanging up his boots.

Celtic legend Danny McGrain admits he can understand why Liam Miller found the lure of Manchester United too great to resist.

Former Scotland coach Craig Brown has been confirmed as the new manager of Preston North End.

Celtic manager Martin O'Neill insists he is not prepared to sacrifice the success of the club for the Scotland national team.