Celtic Advance in Europe as Rangers Regroup: A Deep Dive into another Week in Scottish Football

The Go Radio Football Show: 30th of January 2026.

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Join Paul Cooney, Barry Ferguson and Mark Guidi as they dissect the biggest stories in Scottish Football today.

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A packed show of Scottish football talk—full of European excitement, VAR controversies, transfer twists, and a title race heating up like never before.

The team breaks down the storylines shaping one of the most unpredictable Scottish Premiership seasons in years.

Episode Highlights

Celtic March On in Europe

Celtic secure European progression after a blistering start vs Utrecht.

Mark and Barry revisit memories of Stuttgart as Celtic draw the Bundesliga side once again.

Discussion on Martin O’Neill’s massive impact since returning—simplifying the game, lifting standards, and reviving players like Yang and Trusty.

Debate over SCHMEICHEL’s performance: solid or shaky?

Mixed Emotions for Rangers in Portugal

Rangers fall 3–1 to a technically sharp Porto—but Ferguson says there were positives in the early phases.

Danny Rohl praises progress but demands more cutting edge in the final third.

Barry and Mark dissect defensive lapses, Butland/Tavernier’s mix‑up, and what Rangers need next.

Transfer Window Frenzy

Celtic chasing wide‑right reinforcements..

Rangers heavily linked with German striker Ryan Naderi, who’s submitted a transfer request.

Finlay Curtis’ development sparks debate: stay as cover or go out on loan for growth?

Both clubs expected to do serious business on Deadline Day.

The Tightest Title Race in Years

Hearts remain top—barely—while Rangers surge under Rohl and Celtic stabilise under O’Neill.

All three agree: this could go right to the final day.

Hearts’ depth tested with injuries to Shankland and Devlin.

Barry sticks to his prediction: Rangers to win the league, despite admitting he wouldn’t have said that months ago.

VAR Controversies

Was the Tyncastle red card justified?

Should Celtic’s penalty have been given?

Mark says VAR over‑stepped; Barry says it was a red all day.

Expect passionate debate and a few laughs.

Fan Interaction & Predictions

Caller Tom from Bishopbriggs joins for score predictions and Celtic chat.

Motherwell’s remarkable season gets big praise.

The Championship and cup matches also get a lively preview.

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