For the first time in European Cup history the Scottish and English league champions we’re paired together in the semi-final of the 69/70 competition which was dubbed the ‘Battle of Britain’. Jock Stein’s Glasgow Celtic would take on the heavily fancied Leeds United managed by Don Revie. In the tight first leg at Elland Road, […]
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During the 80’s the Tartan Army enjoyed watching their national side compete at both Espana 82 and Mexico 86 World Cups whilst also enjoying a successful qualifying campaign for Italia 90. How many Scotland international players can you name from the 80’s? Take the test here and then let us know what percentage you got. […]
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On this day in 1989, Scotland U16’s faced Saudi Arabia U16’s in the FIFA World Cup final at Hampden Park in front of a 50kstrong crowd. Despite going two goals to the good within 25 minutes the home side we’re pegged back to 2-2. Extra time couldn’t separate the two teams which meant the game […]
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