Celtic up to second after beating Hibernian in six-goal thriller 

Celtic moved into second place in the Ladbrokes Premiership with a frenetic 4-2 win over Hibernian  at Parkhead.

Lafferty has said sorry to me for O'Neill fall-out, reveals Gerrard 

Steven Gerrard has revealed he has received an apology from Kyle Lafferty for the bust-up with Michael O'Neill that now rules the striker out of Rangers' showdown at Hamilton tomorrow.

Griffiths right to put his fitness first: Rodgers 

Brendan Rodgers agreed with Leigh Griffiths' decision to withdraw from the Scotland squad to work on his fitness and stressed that he "has no business" playing unless he is fit.

I respect Irish FA's stance over Kyle Lafferty, says Gerrard 

Steven Gerrard says he understands why the Irish FA enforced Fifa's five-day rule after Kyle Lafferty pulled out of the Northern Ireland squad.

In pictures: Paddy McCourt's career is coming to an end 

The Derry Pele's playing career is almost over.

Derry Pele: Paddy McCourt's career in pictures as Celtic hero approaches retirement [Photos] 

Scary thought: Celtic and Northern Ireland hero Paddy McCourt's career could come to an end tonight 

Paddy McCourt's playing career could come to an end this evening.

Brave Leigh Griffiths was right to withdraw from Scotland squad: Rodgers 

Brendan Rodgers agreed with Leigh Griffiths' decision to withdraw from the Scotland squad to work on his fitness and stressed that he "has no business" playing unless he is fit.

Kyle Lafferty apologises to Rangers after his Northern Ireland withdrawal 

Kyle Lafferty has apologised to Rangers after his withdrawal from the Northern Ireland squad led to the striker sitting out this weekend's Scottish Premiership action.

Neil Lennon is perfect replacement if Rodgers leaves Celtic: Chris Sutton 

If Brendan Rodgers were to leave Celtic, another Ulsterman is the perfect candidate to replace him.

Kyle Lafferty's Northern Ireland career will continue, insist Rangers 

Rangers have failed to persuade Northern Ireland chiefs to release Kyle Lafferty for action against Hamilton on Sunday.

Lafferty will be back for O'Neill: Gers 

Rangers have strongly suggested that Kyle Lafferty's international career is not over.

Confirmed: Kyle Lafferty unavailable for Rangers after IFA complaint 

Rangers have confirmed Kyle Lafferty will be unavailable for the tie against Hamilton Academical at the weekend.

Watch: Liam Donnelly determined to be EIGHTH U21 qualifying star to make Northern Ireland senior step 

His Under 21 credentials are unparalleled. Now Liam Donnelly wants to carry his international success into Northern Ireland's senior side.

Poll: Should Northern Ireland welcome Kyle Lafferty back after the Rangers striker's international withdrawal? 

Kyle Lafferty is set for discussions with manager Michael O'Neill with a view to returning to the Northern Ireland squad for November's double-header.

Larne's win over Rangers is just the start of big nights at Inver, warns Hughes 

Jeff Hughes says Larne are hungry for more big occasions after helping his hometown club to a 2-1 win over a Rangers XI at Inver Park.

Rangers' Kyle Lafferty will be offered a peace deal for November Northern Ireland return 

Kyle Lafferty could return to play for Northern Ireland against the Republic of Ireland next month despite the Irish FA blocking the striker from featuring for Rangers against Hamilton in the Scottish Premiership this weekend.

Irish FA block Kyle Lafferty from Rangers action via FIFA regulation after Northern Ireland no-show 

The Irish FA has confirmed that it has decided to invoke the FIFA regulation that can prevent Kyle Lafferty from playing for Rangers this weekend after he withdrew from the Northern Ireland squad.

Steven Davis could make Rangers return as Celtic target Manchester United youngster: Old Firm transfer rumours 

Northern Ireland captain Steven Davis could be set for a return to Rangers in January, according to the Old Firm rumour mill.

Comment: Kyle Lafferty should be paired with Liam Boyce if he can seal Northern Ireland return 

Another game away from home, another defeat and another frustrating night when Northern Ireland failed to score. It's fast becoming a nasty habit.

Player ratings: How the Northern Ireland players fared against Bosnia and Herzegovinia 

Northern Ireland slumped to their third UEFA Nations League defeat from three games on Monday evening in Sarajevo.

Edin Dzeko double downs Northern Ireland as O'Neill's men on brink of UEFA Nations League relegation 

Two goals from Man of the Match Edin Dzeko downed Northern Ireland in Sarajevo on Monday evening.

Paul Gascoigne reacts after Scottish Hall of Fame place withdrawn 

Rangers legend Paul Gascoigne has spoken out after his place in the Scottish football Hall of Fame was rescinded.

Kyle Lafferty needs to stop being stupid because Northern Ireland need him: Gerry Armstrong 

It wouldn’t surprise me in the least if Northern Ireland get their Nations League challenge up and running by beating Bosnia-Herzegovina in Sarajevo tomorrow night.

Terribly unprofessional: Ian Wright slams Kyle Lafferty's Northern Ireland withdrawal 

Arsenal legend Ian Wright has slammed the manner of Kyle Lafferty's decision to withdraw from the Northern Ireland squad.

Northern Ireland lose out to Austria to set up Nations League relegation battle 

Northern Ireland lost a narrow game in Austria to make it two defeats from two in their inaugral UEFA Nations League campaign.

Kyle Lafferty's Northern Ireland future is in his own hands: O'Neill 

Frustrated Michael O'Neill will not bring an immediate end to Kyle Lafferty's international career after the Rangers striker's self-imposed absence from his squad for tonight's Nations League clash with Austria and Monday evening's match in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Scottish FA withdraws Gascoigne's Hall of Fame nomination 

Paul Gascoigne's nomination for the Scottish Football Hall of Fame has been withdrawn.

Any way back for Kyle Lafferty? Five talking points ahead of Northern Ireland double-header 

Northern Ireland return to Nations League action in Vienna on Friday when they face Austria in the first of two crunch away games in their group.

There is no way back for Kyle Lafferty now, warns Northern Ireland legend 

Northern Ireland legend Billy Hamilton fears Kyle Lafferty's international career is over after his fall-out with manager Michael O'Neill.

Kyle Lafferty may well have run out of Northern Ireland chances as Michael O'Neill has run out of patience 

Michael O'Neill hates to be distracted from his focus on match week. The Northern Ireland manager is methodical in his approach.

Kyle Lafferty is 'fresh and fitter' thanks to Gerrard's strict Rangers regime 

Kyle Lafferty will not pull on the green Northern Ireland shirt this weekend, but he says his long-term prospects are being boosted by Steven Gerrard's strict fitness regime.

Brendan Rodgers and John Terry both want to land Aston Villa job, says Redknapp 

John Terry and Brendan Rodgers could go head-to-head for the job of Aston Villa manager according to Harry Redknapp.

Scottish title race has been blown wide open, says Rangers boss Gerrard 

Steven Gerrard says Rangers have blown the title race wide open after defusing Hearts' unbeaten start to the season.

EVERY Rangers player is for sale - but only at my new prices, blasts Steven Gerrard 

Steven Gerrard insists the days of Rangers selling on the cheap are over.

Rodgers pays no heed to rumours linking him with Villa switch 

Brendan Rodgers insists he is "loving every second" of his time at Celtic amid Aston Villa speculation.

Forrest on fire as Celts find killer touch 

James Forrest admits scoring four goals in the 6-0 Ladbrokes Premiership thrashing of St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park was the best domestic antidote to European pain.

Rodgers 'loving every second' at Celtic as Villa rumours mount 

Brendan Rodgers insists he is "loving every second" of his time at Celtic amid Aston Villa speculation.

We must learn to keep the ball at this high level, insists Rodgers 

Boss Brendan Rodgers stressed the need to retain possession better after Celtic let slip an early lead to lose 3-1 in Salzburg on Thursday night.

Tierney hails class act Salzburg but backs Bhoys to sparkle again 

Kieran Tierney believes Celtic came up against a Champions League-standard side in Thursday night's 3-1 defeat by Salzburg in Austria.

Saints proving a tougher nut to crack under Oran: McInnes 

Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has described St Mirren's decision to sack Alan Stubbs as "ridiculous".

Morelos can weave even more magic, says Gerrard 

Steven Gerrard declared Rangers hitman Alfredo Morelos punch-perfect after watching his knock-out performance against Rapid Vienna.

How clinical Morelos fired Rangers to Euro victory as Lafferty left on bench 

Alfredo Morelos' double ensured Rangers marked the return of European group stage action to Ibrox with a 3-1 win over Rapid Vienna.

Morelos double bags Rangers Ibrox win over Rapid Vienna 

Alfredo Morelos' double ensured Rangers marked the return of group stage action to Ibrox with a 3-1 win over Rapid Vienna.

Celtic blow early lead to lose in Salzburg 

Salzburg proved simply too good for Celtic as they came back from an early deficit to beat the Hoops 3-1 in their Europa League clash.

Rodgers is calling on Celtic to show their ruthless edge 

Brendan Rodgers wants Celtic to exploit any Salzburg weaknesses in tonight's Europa League clash.

Rangers must show belief, says Gerrard 

Steven Gerrard has called on his Rangers side to take the bull by the horns at home to Rapid Vienna in the Europa League tonight.

Northern Ireland squad: 'Injury risk' McAuley left out but Whyte earns another call-up in panel to face Austria and Bosnia 

Gavin Whyte has earned a place in Michael O'Neill's panel for Northern Ireland's upcoming UEFA Nations League ties against Austria and Bosnia & Herzegovinia.

Defeat will strengthen Gers: Gerrard 

Rangers boss Steven Gerrard is still struggling to come to terms with defeat at Livingston, but he believes it will ultimately make him and his team better.

Gerrard has what it takes to bring Rangers up to Celtic's level: Walters 

Former Rangers winger Mark Walters witnessed from his early days that Steven Gerrard had the type of mentality needed to close the gap on Celtic.