Old Firm Away Fans Ban, Scottish FA Youth Changes & Weekend Preview

Old Firm Away Fans Ban, Scottish FA Youth Changes & Weekend Preview

September 4, 2026 · 1h 42m · Episode 1584

About this episode

The episode discusses the ban on away fans at Celtic vs Rangers matches, the impact on Scottish football, and previews the upcoming Premiership weekend.

The Go Radio Football Show: September 4th, 2026 with Scottish Gas. PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Scottish football finds itself under the spotlight as confirmation arrives that there will be no away supporters at Celtic vs Rangers matches for the entire season. Paul Cooney, Mark Guidi and Aiden McGeady debate the impact on the game's biggest fixture, who is responsible, and whether the situation can ever be reversed. The panel also assesses the summer transfer window, Rangers' major rebuild under Derek McInnes, Celtic's recruitment strategy, and the SFA's new proposals aimed at increasing opportunities for young Scottish players. Plus, predictions for a huge weekend of Premiership action. Episode Highlights Reaction to the decision to ban away supporters from all Celtic vs Rangers matches this season. Aiden McGeady explains why the fixture loses something special without both sets of fans. Debate over whether Scottish football can repair relationships between the clubs. Analysis of the SFA's plans to increase playing time for young Scottish players. Discussion on academy pathways, reserve football and why more Scottish talent isn't breaking through. Who won…

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Hosts: Paul Cooney, Mark Guidi

Guest: Aiden McGeady

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Organizations: Scottish FA, Celtic, Rangers

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