Scott Bain kept Falkirk in the game with eight crucial saves as the side drew 1-1 with Dundee United. His composure and distribution impressed Falkirk manager John McGlynn and have put him in contention for a place in Sebastien Pocognoli’s upcoming Scotland squad. With veteran Craig Gordon retired and other keepers lacking game time, Bain could become Scotland’s new number one.
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson criticised the referee for not sending off Swansea City captain Ben Cabango after a high‑speed challenge on Callum O’Hare that he described as leg‑breaking. The incident occurred in the Welsh derby at the Swansea.com Stadium, which ended in a draw with Swansea remaining unbeaten at the top of the Championship.
Portsmouth secured a 2-0 home victory over Cardiff City in the English Championship, but the match was marred by a fan‑player incident. Cardiff defender Krystian Bielik was slapped by a fan while retrieving a ball, prompting Portsmouth manager John Mousinho to apologise to Cardiff and condemn the behaviour. Both clubs called for stricter measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Chelsea Women failed to secure a win in their opening Women’s Super League match, drawing 1-1 with Aston Villa after a late equaliser. The result means Chelsea have dropped points for the first time this season.
Luka Modric, the 41‑year‑old captain of Croatia, has said he will not retire from international football and will feature in the nation’s upcoming Nations League fixtures. His decision coincides with the return of Slaven Bilic as Croatia’s manager, who expressed enthusiasm about working with the veteran midfielder again.
Alexia Putellas debuted for London City Lionesses in their first Women’s Super League match, helping the side secure a 2-1 victory over Manchester United. The win gave the Lionesses a strong start to the season.
The Scottish Football Association has put forward three proposals to increase playing time for under‑21 Scottish‑eligible players, including mandatory starters in the Scottish Cup and League Cup and a season‑long minute target. An extra £1 million would be made available to clubs, with a 10% prize‑money penalty for those that miss the targets, pending votes at the SFA and SPFL general meetings.
The Scottish Professional Football League, together with Celtic and Rangers, have agreed to play all Old Firm fixtures this season without any away fans. The decision follows a review of crowd disorder at the March cup tie and aims to provide certainty for match‑day planning while prioritising safety.
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said that despite being demoted to fourth‑choice goalkeeper, Aaron Ramsdale will stay at the club to support the squad. Ramsdale failed to secure a transfer and will continue training with the under‑21s while the club’s first‑choice keepers remain Daniel Peretz and others.
A consortium featuring ex‑Brazil striker Alexandre Pato has secured regulatory approval for a shareholding deal in Northampton Town, ending months of speculation. The club’s chairman Kelvin Thomas praised the rigorous process and said the investment will help secure the club’s financial future as they rebuild after relegation.