Rangers Transfer Moves, Celtic Exit Talks, and Scotland’s Nations League Drama
– Rangers warned against selling James Tavernier – Former player Connor Goldson believes offloading their captain would be a significant error. (Daily Record) – Rangers eye January move for Kwame Poku – The Peterborough winger is reportedly a top target. (Football Insider) – Celtic’s Alexandro Bernabei attracts interest – Corinthians are considering a permanent move for the left-back, currently on loan at Internacional, with Sergio Ramos also on their radar. (Daily Record) – Ryan Gauld praises Ben Doak’s maturity – The Scotland midfielder is confident the young star can handle the spotlight and thrive. (Daily Record) – Poland face injury crisis ahead of Scotland clash – With Robert Lewandowski and four others sidelined, the hosts are struggling to field a full-strength team for Monday’s match. (Sun) – Ex-Rangers loanee Fabio Silva set for Portugal debut – The striker could feature against Croatia in a game impacting Scotland’s Nations League hopes. (Selecao Portugal on X) – Luka Modric slams referee after Hampden defeat – The Croatia captain labelled Orel Grinfeld “arrogant” following Petar Sucic’s red card. (Daily Record)
Chelsea Cornet’s Stunning Strike Seals Rangers’ Triumph in SWPL Thriller
Chelsea Cornet’s brilliant goal sealed a crucial win for Rangers against Celtic, extending their lead in the SWPL to four points. The substitute delivered a moment of magic in the 78th minute, lofting the ball over Bruna Lourenco before volleying past goalkeeper Kelsey Daugherty to secure the victory. Defending champions Celtic had twice fought back from behind, with Saoirse Noonan’s stunning free-kick cancelling out Katie Wilkinson’s penalty after first-half goals from Rio Hardy for Rangers and Caitlin Hayes for Celtic. Glasgow City, overnight leaders, have the chance to regain top spot by beating Queen’s Park later in the day. Elsewhere, Hearts face Hibernian in a match broadcast live on BBC Alba, iPlayer, and the BBC Sport website, with the potential to move four points clear of Celtic. Rangers started brightly, with Nicola Docherty’s header forcing an outstanding save from Daugherty. Hardy soon broke the deadlock for the visitors, her shot deflecting off Kelly Clark and looping over the keeper. Celtic responded when Emma Lawton’s pinpoint cross set up Hayes to head in her first league goal of the season. Rangers regained the lead after Charlie Devlin was fouled by Shannon McGregor, earning a penalty that Wilkinson converted with confidence. Celtic head coach Elena Sadiku was sent to the stands following the penalty decision, but she witnessed her team’s second equaliser shortly after. Noonan’s perfectly struck free-kick from the edge of the box left Jenna Fife with no chance. Celtic pushed hard to take the lead, with Noonan and Hayes firing wide and Murphy Agnew lifting a chance over the bar. At the other end, Daugherty denied Maclean before Cornet made her mark. Pouncing on a loose clearance, she calmly found the net with an audacious lob. Celtic had one last chance, but Fife’s quick reactions denied Agnew’s low shot, securing Rangers’ hard-fought victory. Full time: Celtic 2-3 Rangers