The Go Radio Football Show Podcast

The Go Radio Football Show: March 31st, 2026.
 

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Paul Cooney is joined by Scotland legend Andy Walker and Award Winning Journalist Mark Guigie for a deep dive into Scotland’s World Cup build‑up against Ivory Coast.

Beyond the national team, the lads dive into the SPFL title race, Rangers’ chance to go top, Hearts’ nerve, Celtic’s rebuild, and the managerial succession debate. There’s strong discussion on Aberdeen’s struggles, St Mirren’s new direction, and Motherwell’s impressive season.

Scotland & World Cup Prep

Booing debate: fair or over the top?

John McGinn on expectations and friendlies

Steve Clarke on rotation and experimentation

Goalkeeper debate: Gunn vs Kelly vs Gordon

Tierney–Robertson balance revisited

Ivory Coast preview and style comparison to Japan

Domestic Football

Rangers’ chance to go top — pressure on

Hearts’ title credentials and fan tension

Celtic’s rebuild: Martin O’Neill, Robbie Keane, or a new direction?

Aberdeen’s crisis and St Mirren’s opportunity

Motherwell’s season, European push, and manager interest from down south

Championship drama: Partick Thistle closing in on St Johnstone

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The Go Radio Football Show: March 30th, 2026.
 

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In this fast‑paced and fiery episode of the Go Radio Football Show, Paul Cooney is joined by Scotland legends Barry Ferguson and Charlie Mulgrew for a deep dive into Scotland’s World Cup build‑up.

From the fallout of the 1–0 defeat to Japan to what needs to change ahead of the Haiti opener, the panel debate Scotland’s creativity, midfield dominance, striker dilemmas, and formation headaches.

Listeners call in with big opinions on booing at Hampden, expectations for the World Cup, and the ongoing battle to find a reliable No.9. 

Key Episode Highlights

Japan 1–0 Scotland: What went wrong? Lack of final‑third quality, midfield positioning, and why Billy Gilmour might be the missing piece.

Fan reaction: Are the boos fair — or a sign of Scotland’s new standards?

Formation debate: Back four or back five? Can McTominay play up top? Should Robertson and Tierney both start?

World Cup expectations: Is this Scotland’s best ever chance to reach the knockouts?

Caller insight: Strong takes from Scotland supporters on strikers, midfield balance, and goalkeeper choices.

Premiership race: Hearts, Celtic, and Rangers — who blinks first?

Behind‑the‑scenes laughs: Brilliant dressing-room stories from Mulgrew — Snodgrass, high‑vis vests, career‑advisor chaos and more.

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The Go Radio Football Show: March 27th, 2026.
 

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It's the final International break of the season - Stephen McGinn and Barry Ferguson join Paul Cooney to preview Scotland v Japan.

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The Go Radio Football Show: March 26th, 2026.
 

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It's the final International break of the season - Mark Guidi and Charlie Mulgrew join Paul Cooney to preview Scotland v Japan.

In tonight’s episode, the team dives head‑first into a warm up week for Scottish football as the national squad regroups ahead of the World Cup. 

We hear from Nathan Patterson, back fit and fired up at Everton, as he talks openly about overcoming injury, fighting for his Scotland place, and why this camp means everything. Rising striker Tommy Conway joins the conversation too—reflecting on his return to goal‑scoring form and why he believes this is his last chance to impress Steve Clarke before the squad flies to the USA.

Charlie and Mark offer expert analysis on Scotland’s selection puzzles:

• Who makes the final squad?
• Is there room for wildcards like Findlay Curtis or Ben Doak?
• What does the right‑back battle look like without Aaron Hickey?
• And could this be Steve Clarke’s final campaign?

Beyond the national side, the show tackles big talking points across the SPFL—from Hearts’ title push and Celtic’s managerial dilemma to ultras culture in Scottish football and VAR frustrations.

Expect laughs too, with Charlie sharing brilliant stories from his Scotland days, golf misadventures, and memories of major tournaments gone by.

 

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The Go Radio Football Show: March 25th, 2026.
 

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It's the final International break of the season - Peter Grant and Craig Moore join Paul Cooney to preview Scotland v Japan.

Key Highlights:

Partick Thistle keep the pressure on: 2–0 away at Raith—clinical and composed—with praise for Mark Wilson’s job so far.

Title‑race temperature check: It's Hearts still to lose, have Rangers seized momentum after Aberdeen? And where do a stuttering Celtic fit?

Celtic’s striker shortfall: No consistent finisher beyond Nygren —what that means in tight games and set‑piece moments.

Rangers’ identity debate: Long and direct vs. building from the back; why distribution choices (and Jack Butland’s decision‑making) can swing games.

Scotland camp: Friendlies vs Japan and Ivory Coast chosen to mirror World Cup intensity; how “handbrake” injuries and subs affect friendlies.

Young guns: Should in‑form domestic scorers get friendly call‑ups for experience—and potential X‑factor goals?

Mo Salah talking point: The panel react to reports of a summer exit and the knock‑on for Andy Robertson and Liverpool’s reset.

The Go Radio Football Show, weeknights from 5pm-7pm across Scotland on DAB, YouTube, Smart Speaker - launch Go Radio - and on the Go Radio App. IOS:

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