About this episode

The episode discusses the latest developments in Scottish football, focusing on Rangers and Celtic, along with mental health in sports.

The Go Radio Football Show: August 31st, 2026 with Scottish Gas. PLAY and HIT SUBSCRIBE, and NEVER miss an episode! Rangers finally gave Derek McInnes something to smile about with a hard-fought win at Aberdeen, while Celtic bounced back from their European disappointment to stay top of the Premiership. Paul Cooney is joined by Charlie Mulgrew and Richard Foster to break down a huge weekend of Scottish football. The team debate Rangers' response to criticism, Celtic's growing injury concerns, transfer deadline activity, and the latest controversy surrounding Old Firm ticket allocations. Plus, an honest and fascinating discussion on the mental side of football, as Charlie and Richard reveal the fears, pressure and self-doubt they experienced during their playing careers. Episode Highlights Rangers earn a crucial victory at Pittodrie and ease the pressure on Derek McInnes. Celtic recover from European heartbreak but concerns remain over squad depth and injuries. Debate over the decision to allocate just 300 away tickets for the next Old Firm cup clash. Transfer window latest from both Rangers and Celtic. Lionel Messi retires from international football, with Charlie reflecting on…

People in this episode

Host: Paul Cooney

Guests: Charlie Mulgrew, Richard Foster

Topics covered

• Scottish football
• Old Firm
• Rangers
• Celtic
• mental resilience
• transfer deadline
• injury concerns

Keywords

• Old Firm tickets
• Scottish football
• Rangers
• Celtic
• Derek McInnes
• mental health
• transfer news
• Aberdeen
• Pittodrie
• August 2026

Sponsors

Scottish Gas

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rangers, Celtic

Places: Aberdeen, Pittodrie

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