Hearts face serious questions from the Scottish Premier League over how a supporter was able to breach security and reach Celtic manager Neil Lennon in his technical area at Tynecastle.

Scottish football authorities today began an investigation into events at Tynecastle last night after Celtic manager Neil Lennon was attacked by a fan during his side’s 3-0 win in the Clydesdale Bank Premier League.

The Football Association of Ireland has refused to confirm whether it has been approached to supply replacement referees to the Scottish Football Association, amid a planned strike by referees in Scotland.

Scottish Premier League chief executive Neil Doncaster today remained steadfast in his view that Rangers and Celtic will not be leaving for England.

Kieren Fallon has admitted defeat in getting a ride in the Ladbrokes St Leger this weekend.

Norwich have confirmed striker Mathias Svensson is in talks with Elfsborg after they received an approach from the Swedish club.

FROM the terraces to the boardroom at Carrow Road, the desire is the same - to keep Norwich among the elite of English football, but not at any cost.