ANNAN Athletic have been handed a boost before Saturday’s crunch match at Elgin City with Chris Johnston voted cinch SPFL League Two Player of the Month for December.

Source: https://www.dng24.co.uk/johnston-wins-player-of-the-month/

An online fundraising appeal has been launched to pay for medical treatment for East Fife defender Sam Denham following an accident while competing in a SPFL League One promotion play-off tie against Clyde last month.

Source: https://www.falkirkherald.co.uk/sport/football/sam-denham-fundraising-page-set-up-to-aid-crocked-east-fife-defender-and-ex-celtic-ace-after-horrendous-acl-injury-4171367

Brad Spencer has won the SPFL Trust Trophy twice without appearing in a final.

Source: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/sport/football/4252486/brad-spencer-hopes-its-third-time-lucky-for-raith-rovers-final-start-as-he-opens-up-on-fatherly-advice/

"But obviously we will give Albion Rovers respect but we are not going to play an SPFL team.

Source: https://www.fifetoday.co.uk/sport/football/st-andrews-united-manager-robbie-raeside-hails-historic-1-0-scottish-cup-win-over-auchinleck-talbot-to-set-up-albion-rovers-tie-next-4352054

City slumped to ninth, just three points above bottom side Albion Rovers in the battle to avoid a relegation play-off for SPFL survival.

Source: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/elgin-city/5572885/elgin-city-stirling-albion-borough-briggs-men-drop-to-ninth/

City star Inglis aims to erase memory of pyramid play-off relegation in 2021 by taking Brechin back to the SPFL.

Source: https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/sport/football/4329184/video-brechin-city-title-party/

Critics of the latest deal argue that not only did the SPFL leave money on the table by not conducting a full tender process before agreeing terms with Sky, but that their reliance on broadcasting is also preventing them from bartering for better terms.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/23429604.spfl-can-put-competitive-pressure-sky/?ref=rss

Dundee are furious at the call-off and hit out that the decision was made by referee Munro with no consultation with the team managers, Police Scotland, club officials, the SPFL Delegate, match commander, safety team or the grounds team.

Source: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/aberdeen-fc/6306867/aberdeen-boss-barry-robson-angry-and-frustrated-at-late-dundee-postponement/

Dundee were adamant that the match was playable and have made a complaint to the SPFL and SFA about the "unnecessary" call off.

Source: https://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/inside-dundee-v-aberdeen-postponement-farce-shock-and-anger-dons-concerns-referees-late-arrival-complaint-made-4457340

"For me, SPFL 3 is definitely coming — and changing the criteria will be how they get everybody on board."

Source: https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/sport/23264999.celtic-rangers-b-spfl-league-three-planned-claims-darvel-boss/?ref=rss

I have on a number of occasions in recent years been critical of the changes made to what is now known as the SPFL Trust Trophy, and the nonsensical decision to admit the Welsh and Northern Irish clubs.

Source: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/scottish/6059818/richard-gordon-a-week-to-remember-for-scottish-clubs-in-europe/

It was a similar story at the weekend for all of the north-east and north SPFL sides, with Ross County, Caley Thistle, Cove Rangers, Peterhead and Elgin City all seeing their games postponed due to the weather.

Source: https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/aberdeen-fc/6229690/ex-aberdeen-academy-chief-gavin-levey-reveals-barry-robsons-im-ready-pledge-before-last-seasons-phenomenal-interim-spell/

Mitov was outstanding against Celtic last weekend and his man-of-the-match display resulted in him being named in team of the weeks across the country, including the official SPFL line-up.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/23762787.dimitar-mitov-football-journey-joe-hart-st-johnstone-dreams/?ref=rss

Organised by the Rangers Charity Foundation as part of the SPFL Trust’s Festive Friends programme this year, the move helped bring Christmas cheer to those who attended.

Source: https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/news/scottish-news/23982280.rangers-legends-surprise-oaps-christmas-party/?ref=rss

Patrick Roberts, no stranger to Celtic fans and those of other SPFL teams, had lost his way after returning to Manchester City only to have his career resuscitated at the Stadium of Light.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/23525901.tony-mowbrays-sunderland-side-evoking-memories-magic-hibs-team/?ref=rss

Rangers vs Celtic latest as 'police make SPFL fixture date request'

Source: https://www.glasgowtimes.co.uk/sport/23475409.rangers-vs-celtic-latest-police-make-spfl-fixture-request/?ref=rss

SPFL Football, Celtic v Ross County, 11.30am, Sky Sports Main Event The Scottish season gets under way at Celtic Park.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/aug/05/tv-tonight-zola-etoo-and-vieira-come-out-of-retirement-for-ukraine

“That was an initiative by Hearts, Hibs, Sky Sports and the SPFL.

Source: https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/hibs-gaffer-looking-for-mic-drop-moment-in-home-derby-debut-4457259

The defender would prefer to stay in the SPFL but with him getting married this summer he plans to take his time before deciding on his next move.

Source: https://www.northern-scot.co.uk/sport/rejection-from-home-town-elgin-city-reduced-long-serving-dar-315320/

The incident sparked an investigation carried out by the SPFL, with Police Scotland and government officials also involved.

Source: https://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/23964616.rangers-admit-regret-dens-park-pyro-display/?ref=rss