The Go Radio Football Show Podcast

The Go Radio Football Show: 28th of January 2026.

This is a catch-up version of the live, daily Go Radio Football show. 

Join Paul Cooney, Andy Walker and Craig Moore as they dissect the biggest stories in Scottish Football today.

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From VAR controversy to title‑race twists, Celtic’s transfer tension to Rangers’ resurgence, this episode is bursting with debate, insight, laughs, and big talking points.

Episode Highlights

The Title Race Tightens

Hearts sit top — “who’d have believed it?” — but Rangers and Celtic are right behind.

Craig and Andy agree: It’s a genuine three‑horse race, and every game from here is massive.

Rangers’ eight‑match winning run has transformed their season and the mood around Ibrox.

VAR Takes Centre Stage… Again

The flashpoint red card at Tynecastle sparks heated debate.

All three agree: the referee’s original yellow should’ve stood — not a clear and obvious error.

Celtic’s appeal fails, adding more frustration for supporters.

Transfer Window Tension

At Rangers:

Rumours swirl around.

Craig calls the £13m Chermiti story “agent‑led nonsense.”

Rangers focus on strengthening up front and building depth.

At Celtic:

Supporters are anxious over slow recruitment.

Martin O’Neill insists quality, not quantity, is essential.

A dominant centre‑half is priority No. 1.

Links to Kasper Høeg, Maswanhise, and others spark lively debate.

Europe: Crunch Time

Celtic vs Utrecht: win and they’re through.

Rangers head to Porto for pride and coefficient points.

Big Interviews & Insights

Martin O’Neill discusses squad depth, recruitment challenges, and European hopes.

Danny Rohl praises Rangers’ hunger, defensive stability, and growing bond with supporters.

Benjamin Nygren talks goals, expectations, and Celtic’s ambitions.

Caller Contributions

Fans weigh in on:

Scotland’s World Cup squad options

Harvey Barnes (yes or no?)

Striker choices like McBurnie, Shankland, Conway

Andy Robertson's club future

Important Discussion: Dementia & Player Welfare

The team reflects on Gordon McQueen’s inquest findings.

Craig and Andy share personal experiences with head knocks and call for more research, support, and proactive testing.

Around the Grounds

Praise for Motherwell and Falkirk’s superb seasons.

Celtic’s defensive concerns analysed.

Heart of Midlothian’s resurgence highlighted.

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The Go Radio Football Show: 27th of January 2026.

This is a catch-up version of the live, daily Go Radio Football show. 

Join Paul Cooney, James McPake and Darren O'Dea as they dissect the biggest stories in Scottish Football today.

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Controversial red cards, transfer window brinkmanship, and a title race that’s shaping up to be one of the wildest in modern times.

Across calls from passionate supporters, sharp coaching insight, and candid reflections on Celtic, Rangers and Hearts, the episode blends real tactical depth with the emotional rollercoaster of live fan reaction. Whether it's VAR fury, transfer frustration, or unexpected optimism, there's drama in every minute.

Highlights

VAR Meltdown: The Trusty Red Card

A deep dive into the decision that’s split the nation: Was it a red? Should Referee McLean have stood firm? VAR’s role comes under heavy scrutiny — again.

The Three‑Way Title Race Nobody Saw Coming

Hearts top the table, Rangers charging with eight straight wins, Celtic fighting to stay in it.The panel admits: this might be the most exciting race in decades.

Transfer Window: Panic, Patience & Possibilities

Celtic fans are begging for reinforcements; the panel warns: six days left to save the season. Rangers weigh up a potential mega bid for Gassama.

Celtic chase Bodo/Glimt striker Kasper Høeg — but would he actually choose Celtic?

Are Celtic Physically Strong Enough?

Listeners question whether the side has “steel and bite”. Comparisons drawn with Scott Brown, and concerns raised about defending set pieces.

The Stephen Welsh Situation

Motherwell fans furious about his recall. Insight from Darren O’Dea on how careers can stall in situations like this.

Celtic’s Internal Turmoil

Fans call for the chief exec’s resignation. Discussion on the vacuum left by departing senior figures behind the scenes.

Rangers Quietly Building Momentum

Danny Rohl praised for structure, calm leadership, and ruthless consistency. Tavernier’s 100th league goal acknowledged as a major moment.

Hearts: The Real Deal?

From intensity to organisation to quality — are they genuinely title‑ready?

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The Go Radio Football Show: 26th of January 2026.

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

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One of the most explosive weekends of the Scottish football season sparks fierce debate, big statements, and a title race that feels tighter by the minute. From VAR chaos at Tynecastle to Rangers’ relentless surge and Celtic’s growing pressure points, this episode pulls no punches.

Expect strong opinions, heated fan calls, and no shortage of controversy as the panel dissects a weekend that could define the season.

A VAR decision that dominates Scottish football discourse

Celtic remain unbeaten under Martin O’Neill—but are they convincing?

Rangers quietly rack up eight straight wins and suddenly look like favourites

Hearts still top, but did they drop two massive points?

Fan calls, fiery exchanges, and bold title predictions

Transfer window tension as January enters its final week

VAR DRAMA AT TYNECASTLE

The late red card for Trusty sparks outrage

Was it clear and obvious—or VAR overreach?

Strong disagreement between pundits, managers, and supporters

Celtic confirm they will appeal to the SFA

Martin O’Neill’s withering verdict: “No more a red card than a blue one.”

CELTIC: UNBEATEN… BUT UNDER PRESSURE?

Still undefeated under O’Neill, but defensive frailties exposed

Set‑piece defending labelled “abysmal”

Questions over squad depth, fatigue, and January recruitment

Transfer window clock ticking—“they need help”

RANGERS: THE SILENT SURGE

Eight wins in a row under Danny Röhl

Best defensive record in the league

Late goals, calm leadership, and growing belief

Röhl’s mantra: “We want to be the hunters.”

Panel consensus shifts—Rangers now serious title contenders

HEARTS: STILL TOP—BUT FOR HOW LONG?

Remain league leaders after a chaotic 2–2 draw

Debate over whether it’s a point gained or two dropped

Injuries mounting as pressure builds

Praise for consistency—but cracks beginning to show

FANS, FIRE & FRANK OPINIONS

Passionate callers clash with pundits

Accusations of bias, pressure on referees, and media narratives

No shortage of strong views on captains, managers, and momentum

A genuine three‑horse race emerges

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The Go Radio Football Show: 23rd of January 2026.

This is a catch-up version of the live, daily Go Radio Football show. 

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

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Fresh off a dramatic 2–2 European draw in Bologna, Celtic are right back in the conversation. Reduced to 10 men, they show heart, resilience and tactical grit—sparking widespread praise for Martin O’Neill, whose return has transformed belief, confidence and results in a matter of weeks. Is this another vintage O’Neill revival in the making?

Meanwhile, Rangers roll on. Seven straight wins, six clean sheets, and a growing sense of control under Danny Röhl. Performances aren’t flashy, but they’re effective—and that’s the difference. The panel digs into Rangers’ defensive discipline, their need for greater clinical edge up front, and why this side suddenly feels built for a title run.

The episode builds toward a defining weekend:

Highlights

Celtic’s Grit in Europe: 10 men, backs to the wall, but still standing—Auston Trusty, Maeda and Tierney earn huge praise

“Martin O’Neill Is a Genius”: Experience over hype as Celtic’s revival gathers pace

Rangers’ Defensive Revolution: Clean sheets, structure and belief under Danny Röhl.

The Missing Piece: Why both Celtic and Rangers still need a true No.9

Tynecastle Showdown: Is Sunday a title‑defining D‑Day?

Inside the Manager’s Mind: Barry Ferguson on the relentless pressure of running Rangers

January Window Watch: Loans, obligations, frustrations—and who might still move

Title Predictions: Hearts in pole position—but nobody ruling out a late twist

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The Go Radio Football Show: 22nd of January 2026.

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Paul Cooney, Darren O'Dea and James McPake answer your calls and dissect the biggest stories in Scottish Football today.

A huge night for Scottish football as Celtic face Bologna in Europe, Rangers gear up for Ludogorets, and the Go Radio Football Show crew deliver analysis, insight, laughs, and some fiery debates.

HIGHLIGHTS 

Celtic’s rollercoaster of a night in Bologna

Early high press leads to a  Hatate goal within 5 minutes.

Hatate then sees red for a second yellow — described as harsh by both pundits.

Celtic dig in, defend deep, and score a huge second goal through Auston Trusty.

Expert breakdown of defensive shape, set‑piece frailties, and tactical adjustments under pressure.

The Martin O’Neill effect

Immediate psychological lift in the squad.

Winning mentality returning despite injuries and instability.

Discussion on whether this could become one of O’Neill’s greatest managerial achievements.

Rangers’ resurgence

Danny Röhl’s new‑look Rangers: intense pressing, clear tactical identity, squad rotation without drama.

Why this European night matters massively for Scotland’s coefficient — and Rangers’ Champions League hopes.

Transfers + Squad Building Insight

Celtic linked again with Rak‑Sakyi.

Why January signings rarely make an instant impact.

Inside take on balancing recruitment vs immediate results during a title chase.

Rangers’ incomings, outgoings and the “Raskin dilemma”.

Emotional + personal stories

Darren and James tell brilliant dressing‑room and travelling‑to‑training stories from their Dundee days.

Genuine insight into Scottish football culture, pressure, fan expectation, and what makes certain players tick.

Scottish football’s wild season

Hearts’ surprise title push.

How quickly chaos can hit big clubs.

Why this year feels like nothing we’ve seen in a decade.

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