Scottish Premiership

Alex McLeish: Neale Cooper was everybody’s best pal

Alex McLeish described Neale Cooper as everybody’s “best pal” following the death of his former Aberdeen team-mate.

Former Aberdeen midfielder Neale Cooper in ‘critical condition’ after collapse

Former Aberdeen midfielder Neale Cooper has been left in a “critical condition” after falling at a block of flats.

Lennon hopes to escape punishment for on-pitch celebration

Neil Lennon says he should escape punishment for his on-pitch celebration after seeing his side seal a 5-5 draw against Rangers after accusing the Rangers support of targeting him with sectarian.

Maclaren grabs point for Hibs at end of dramatic 10-goal draw with Rangers

Hat-trick hero Jamie Maclaren’s stoppage-time equaliser denied Rangers a famous comeback triumph in a breathless 5-5 draw at Easter Road.

Ross County 0-1 Dundee: Murray wins it for Dee

Bates gives Rangers victory over Kilmarnock

Rangers capitalised on the Steven Gerrard feel-good factor as they struck late to grab a crucial 1-0 win over Kilmarnock in the Ladbrokes Premiership.The former Liverpool and England skipper was confirmed as the new Gers boss on Friday after signing a four-year deal.He was not there, however, to see Steve Clarke’s men frustrate the Ibrox faithful for long periods.But the Gers support – so despondent after last week’s 5-0 Old Firm hammering – were cheering again as David Bates grabbed the late winner as they closed to within a point of second-placed rivals Aberdeen.It was a harsh blow on Killie, who had worked so hard to frustrate the hosts. Their first loss to Rangers this season denied them draw which would have sealed fifth place.Gerrard was unveiled, to the delight of 7,000 fans who flooded into Ibrox to welcome the former Liverpool skipper’s arrival.But with the 37-year-old not due to start work until June 1, it has been left to Jimmy Nicholl and Jonatan Johansson to see the side through to the end of what has been yet another tumultuous campaign.Fan group Union Bears launched a silent protest during the last home game against Hearts following their side’s abject display against Celtic at Hampden.But the Gerrard news ensured last week’s latest Hoops humiliation was put to the back of their minds as the atmosphere crackled.Jamie Murphy came close to ratcheting up the noise levels as he was left unmarked in the hole just outside Killie’s box 11 minutes in but the winger shot just wide of the target.Aaron Tshibola was given the chance to take heap fresh doubt into the mind of the hosts as Kris Boyd’s flick-on from a long Stephen O’Donnell throw dropped for him outside the box but the on-loan Aston Villa youngster skied his effort.There was another warning as Eamonn Brophy flashed a ball across goal, a fraction ahead of the on-rushing Boyd.It took the quick reactions of Jak Alnwick to keep Killie out just before the half-hour mark as Boyd hit a powerful free-kick. The keeper did well just to palm the ball out but was up smartly to foil Kirk Broadfoot on the rebound.Gers did finish the half on the charge and only the woodwork denied them the interval lead as Murphy got his head to Andy Halliday’s whipped delivery from the left but saw his effort come back off the crossbar.Nicholl switched Jason Cummings for Ross McCrorie at the change of ends and nearly got an instant reward as the teenager almost found the top corner within seconds of play resuming, before pushing another effort just wide soon after.It looked like the hosts would have to settle for a point but with just five minutes remaining man-of-the-match Bates – making his return after six weeks out injured – bundled home Sean Goss’ deep cross to seal victory.The visitors could have snatched something at the end but Greg Kiltie’s header flew just over.

Gerrard has characteristics to be top manager, says Rangers director

Rangers director of football Mark Allen is convinced Steven Gerrard has all the characteristics to be a top manager.

Liverpool youth role set to stand Gerrard in good stead at Rangers

Six months into his job as Liverpool’s under-18s coach Steven Gerrard admitted he felt he had aged two years.

Steven Gerrard press conference – What he said

Steven Gerrard spoke to the media after being appointed Rangers manager on a four-year deal. Here are the best bits….

Steven Gerrard confident he can deliver as Rangers boss

Steven Gerrard is confident his ability will outweigh his inexperience as he vowed to meet the challenge of being Rangers manager head on.

Gerrard due to hold further talks after confirming interest in Rangers job

Steven Gerrard will hold further talks with Rangers this week having confirmed his interest in succeeding Graeme Murty as manager at Ibrox.

Steven Gerrard confirms his interest in becoming Rangers manager

Steven Gerrard has confirmed his interest in taking over as manager of Rangers.

Rangers step up pursuit of Steven Gerrard after sacking Graeme Murty

Rangers are stepping up their pursuit of Steven Gerrard after deciding they have had enough of Graeme Murty.

Graeme Murty leaves Rangers following heavy defeat to Celtic

Rangers have called time on Graeme Murty’s Rangers reign just 48 hours after their record thumping by Celtic.

Brown warns rivals that Celtic are going to get even better

Skipper Scott Brown insists Celtic are “going to get better” after they clinched a seventh successive Ladbrokes Premiership title with a 5-0 win over Rangers at Parkhead on Sunday.

Celtic should have gone for record in clinching title – Brendan Rodgers

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers admits his side should have equalled their record Old Firm win after they clinched their seventh successive Ladbrokes Premiership title in stunning style with a 5-0 thrashing of Rangers at Parkhead.

Celtic thrash Rangers to secure seventh straight title

Celtic clinched their seventh successive Ladbrokes Premiership title in stunning style with a 5-0 thrashing of ragged rivals Rangers at Parkhead.

Rafael Benitez backs Steven Gerrard to make it as a manager

Rafael Benitez is convinced Steven Gerrard is dreaming of managing Liverpool one day as he prepares to launch the latest phase of his career.