- 26 minutes 3 secondsMcGinn, McTominay, Robertson: Are Scotland's Legends Undroppable?
Scotland have their first win under Sebastian Pocognoli, but what did the performance really tell us about the future direction of the national team? Is a clear tactical identity beginning to emerge, and can Scotland become more attacking while keeping their defensive solidity?
Charlotte Cohen, Rory Loy and Craig Telfer assess the growing partnership up front, discuss whether Scotland should have scored more goals, and look ahead to the challenge of Slovenia.
There’s also a closer look at Andy Robertson after his 100th cap, debate over John McGinn’s role and form, and the big question of where Scott McTominay fits into this evolving Scotland side?
00:02:33 — Is the Pocognoli blueprint emerging? 00:04:51 — Scotland’s finishing problem or a good sign? 00:09:39 — Robertson at 100: where does he rank? 00:14:34 — Can John McGinn rediscover his best form? 00:16:31 — The McTominay selection dilemma 00:19:04 — Are Scotland fans buying into the new approach?
5 October 2026, 7:00 am - 1 hour 7 minutesSportsound: Who caught the eye in Pocognoli's first win?
Richard Gordon, Willie Miller, Callum Davidson and Rory Loy talk Scotland after the win over North Macedonia
4 October 2026, 4:29 pm - 21 minutes 57 secondsSportsound : Pocognoli wins first match as Scotland defeat North Macedonia in Nations League
Ryan Jack and Scott Brown debate Pocognoli's first win as Scotland boss in the Nations League against North Macedonia.
3 October 2026, 10:50 pm - 23 minutes 44 secondsIs North Macedonia a MUST win for Scotland?
After a difficult start to the Nations League campaign, can Scotland finally find the goals and points they desperately need in North Macedonia? Martin Dowden is joined by Scott Allan and Joelle Murray to assess the pressure facing Sebastian Pocognoli, the defensive issues exposed against Switzerland and whether patience is already running thin.
With Andy Robertson on the brink of a century of caps, what does his leadership mean to this evolving Scotland side?
Plus, discussion on Ian Murray's departure from Morton, Cove Rangers' transfer penalty, Ayr United's need for results, and a look ahead to Sunday's Edinburgh Derby in the SWPL.
00:01:47 — Martin Boyle's Testimonial Tribute
00:03:43 — Scotland's Must-Win Trip to Macedonia
00:07:09 — Defensive Concerns Under Pocognoli
00:13:19 — Morton's Managerial Change Examined
00:18:23 — Cove Rangers Hit by Transfer Penalty
00:19:43 — Edinburgh Derby and the SWPL Title Race
2 October 2026, 7:00 am - 28 minutes 4 secondsWhat's really happening at Celtic and does Scotland have a goalkeeping problem?
Scotland's defeat to Switzerland leaves plenty of questions for Sebastian Pocognoli and his players. Was Angus Gunn unfairly criticised, are defensive issues becoming a bigger concern, and can the goals start flowing again?
Andy Burke, Mark Atkinson and Cammy Bell assess the challenges facing Scotland ahead of crucial matches against North Macedonia and beyond. They also examine the continued silence from Celtic over Martin O'Neill's future and ask whether the international break has given everyone at Celtic Park the chance to reset.
Plus, who are the Premiership's biggest overachievers and underachievers so far, and which players have made the strongest start to the season?
00:02:00 — Scotland's goalkeeping debate
00:06:37 — Defensive concerns under Pochegnoli
00:10:33 — Where will Scotland's goals come from?
00:14:21 — Celtic's silence over Martin O'Neill
00:20:46 — Premiership overachievers and underachievers
00:23:29 — Standout players and dressing-room intrigue
1 October 2026, 7:00 am - 28 minutes 11 secondsThe Pocognoli Report Card
Scotland's honeymoon period under Sebastian Pocognoli has hit its first bump after a 3-0 defeat to Switzerland at Hampden. How much damage did Jack Hendry's early red card do, and should the result be judged in that context?
David Currie, Rory Loy and Stephen McGowan assess whether Scotland's problems are deeper than one difficult night, with concerns over goals, clean sheets and key players finding form?
Do we need to talk about John McGinn? and has the North Macedonia game now become a MUST win?
00:02:33 — Red card turns Hampden sour
00:04:08 — No goals, no wins and familiar frustrations
00:08:14 — Oli McBurnie emerges as a bright spot
00:10:02 — We need to talk about John McGinn
00:14:48 — Is Pocognoli going to get the time he needs?
00:21:40 — North Macedonia: opportunity or necessity?
30 September 2026, 7:00 am - 50 minutes 30 secondsSportsound : A disappointing Hampden debut for Pocognoli as Scotland outclassed by slick Swiss
Andy Halliday, Willie Miller and Tom English assess Scotland's disappointing Nations League defeat to Switzerland, in Pocognoli's first match at Hampden.
29 September 2026, 10:09 pm - 26 minutes 16 secondsCan Scotland Shock the Swiss at Hampden?
Sebastian Pocognoli gets his first home game as Scotland head coach, but can his side rise to the challenge against a talented Switzerland team? David Currie is joined by Swiss football enthusiast Paddy Gunn and analyst John Walker to assess the threat posed by the visitors and examine where Scotland might find an edge.
Is pressing high the key? Should Oli McBurnie lead the line? How important could Billy Gilmour be in unlocking the Swiss midfield? And with Hampden set for a big occasion, can Scotland produce a result against one of Europe's most consistent international sides?
00:03:03 — Why Switzerland Are Taking Scotland Seriously
00:05:15 — Just How Good Are the Swiss?
00:09:09 — Scotland's Tactical Plan Explained
00:12:16 — Does McBurnie Have to Start?
00:15:56 — Life Without Granit Xhaka
00:25:09 — Predictions for Hampden
29 September 2026, 7:00 am - 26 minutes 31 secondsPocognoli v Steve Clarke - what has actually changed for Scotland?
A goalless draw in Slovenia marked the beginning of Sebastian Pocognoli's reign as Scotland head coach, but what did we learn from the first glimpse of his new-look side?
Jane Lewis is joined by Mark Atkinson to assess the positives, the problems and the potential. Was Scotland's more aggressive approach a sign of things to come? How impressive were debutants Robbie Ure and Stephen Welsh? Why did Billy Gilmour emerge as the standout performer and would a fully fit Scot McTominay walk straight back into the starting line-up?
And with World Cup quarter-finalists Switzerland heading to Hampden, can Scotland take the next step in this new era or will a tougher test expose areas still needing work?
00:01:20 — First impressions of the Pocognoli era 00:07:58 — Billy Gilmour takes centre stage 00:09:52 — The McTominay selection dilemma 00:12:23 — New faces: Robbie Ure and Stephen Welsh 00:16:11 — McBurney's Scotland return under the spotlight 00:18:54 — Switzerland arrive for Pocognoli's Hampden debut
28 September 2026, 7:00 am - 57 minutes 51 secondsSportsound: What challenges will Switzerland pose Scotland in the Nations League?
Richard Gordon is joined by Callum Davidson, Michael Stewart, Willie Miller and Ramon Vega to preview Scotland v Switzerland, plus we learn more about Hibs' new manager
27 September 2026, 3:45 pm - 37 minutes 25 secondsSportsound : Reaction to Scotland's goalless draw against Slovenia in their opening Nations League match
Andy Halliday, Pat Nevin and Tom English assess positive signs in Pocognoli's first Scotland match despite failing to convert their chances away to Slovenia in the Nations League.
26 September 2026, 5:21 pm - More Episodes? Get the App