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The Set Piece
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Robert Grieve and Bill Leckie chew over all the big topics in Scottish football in The Set Piece
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Scotland players are already RAVING about Findlay Curtis - is World Cup his time?
3d ago00:32:11Tap to summarizeThe Set Piece sponsored by ScotMid is at the World Cup to follow Scotland on their journey in North America.Robert Grieve and Bill Leckie discuss the main talking points ahead of the final warm-up game against Bolivia, including how Rangers starlet Findlay Curtis could become the new Tartan Army hero.Haiti beat New Zealand 4-0 to send Steve Clarke's men a warning and Robert was there in person to watch the game and he breaks down how our first Group C opponents looked in action.Billy Gilmour's injury has hit the camp hard and his absence could lead to a crucial role change for one star in the team.The dup also predict the line-up to face Bolivia this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Celtic boss Martin O'Neill deserves a statue but he ISN'T right for permanent Hoops job
1w ago00:42:13Tap to summarizeA chaotic Scottish domestic season has come to an end - but there's still so much for Bill Leckie and Robert Grieve to get their teeth into on The Set Piece sponsored by ScotMid.Robert was first with the big news on Saturday evening that Lawrence Shankland was swapping Hearts for Rangers - so it's only right that the guys start by running the rule over every facet of that transfer, not least where exactly the Jambos go from here.But there's weighty matters to consider on the other side of the city too, where Robert and Bill reckon Martin O'Neill deserves a statue but the Hoops would be making a mistake if they decided the 74-year-old should become the next permanent manager of Celtic.That apart, they rake over St Mirren's Premiership survival - and ask if Oli McBurnie has a point after Steve Clarke snubbed Hull City's £200m goal hero from his Scotland World Cup squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Celtic boss Martin O'Neill has let himself down badly on pitch invasion and it's a terrible look for Hoops
2w ago00:42:29Tap to summarizeBill Leckie and Robert Grieve are back on The Set Piece sponsored by ScotMid to look back at the final weekend of the Premiership season.Celtic saw-off Hearts in a thrilling title decider but much of the conversation since the game has centred around the chaotic pitch invasion at Celtic Park.Hoops boss Martin O'Neill had his say on the matter on Monday and the guys reckon he has let himself down BADLY.Plus, how should Hearts react to a difficult day and should they let the situation go?There's a look ahead to Saturday's Scottish Cup Final between Celtic and Dunfermline and the big Premiership play-off between St Mirren and Partick Thistle.The Scotland squad is out for the World Cup too but should 43-year old Craig Gordon be Steve Clarke's No1 when things kick-off in the USA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Two big-name Rangers players just DISAPPEARED against Hearts
May 600:43:14Tap to summarizeThe Rangers inquest has started after their crushing defeat to Hearts all but ended their title hopes. Bill Leckie and David Friel look at where it has all gone wrong for the Ibrox club. There are big questions marks over the future of manager Danny Rohl while recruitment has let the club down. But the guys also discuss why a £50million squad collapsed at the crucial time and name the players who disappeared at Tynecastle. They also discuss whether Hearts can hold out in a two-horse race with champions Celtic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →The SPFL star who could instantly improve Rangers' midfield
Apr 2900:33:37Tap to summarizeScottish football is hurtling towards what could be a decisive bank holiday weekend in the Premiership title race. But Roger Hannah and David Friel are already looking ahead to the summer transfer window and how Rangers could strengthen by swooping on a league rival. They also ponder whether Celtic have sparked into life at just the right time to see them over the line. And David reveals his pick for Scotland's Player of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →James Tavernier has BLINDSIDED Rangers with timing of exit
Apr 2200:45:28Tap to summarizeIt's the end of an era at Rangers where James Tavernier has suddenly announced he's leaving this summer - and it's the big topic of the day for The Set Piece.Robert Grieve is joined by David Friel to discuss the veteran skipper's Ibrox legacy and where both he and the club go from here.Robert reckons the timing of the announcement has surprised the Gers, while David reckons the full back will be a huge loss and wouldn't rule out the possibility of him joining TWO Celtic heroes at his next club.That apart, the guys turn their attention to what's sure to be another high octane weekend in the title race, and whether Hearts MUST beat Edinburgh rivals Hibs in Sunday's derby.The pair have differing opinions on how convinced they were by Celtic's extra time dismantling of St Mirren - and they float a novel idea for working out a wafer thin battle to be named Scotland's manager of the year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Rangers, Celtic and Hearts fixture conspiracy theories assessed
Apr 800:46:45Tap to summarizeThe fixtures are out - and so are the tinfoil hats!The conspiracy theorists among the Rangers, Celtic and Hearts supports have all had their say on the post-split fixtures as Scottish football goes bonkers.Bill Leckie and David Friel try to bring a bit of sense to the debate and rate the title chances of the three hopefuls.They also discuss what the return of the Green Brigade means for Celtic.And they find time to analyse the superb job John McGlynn has done at Falkirk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Why Rangers, Celtic & Hearts must win this weekend or title hopes will be OVER
Apr 100:39:45Tap to summarizeAfter the international break the thrilling Premiership title race is BACK.Rangers play first on Saturday before Hearts then Celtic are in action the following day.It could be a pivotal weekend as Bill Leckie and Roger Hannah explain why the Old Firm and Hearts all have must-win games.The guys also look back at a frustrating Scotland double header and discuss how Steve Clarke can solve his many issues in time for the World Cup kick off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Celtic's defeat at Dundee United was as bad as anything under Wilfried Nancy
Mar 2600:41:26Tap to summarizeCeltic's title hopes suffered a serious blow with defeat at Dundee United. Robert Grieve and Bill Leckie discuss just how big a setback that could be. They also reckon Hoops boss Martin O'Neill is starting to look his age after initially arriving with so much enthusiasm. And they analyse where it all leaves rivals Hearts and Rangers and who are now favourites for the league. The guys also turn their focus on Scotland and ask whether the national team is in a good place as the clock ticks down to the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Derek McInnes claims are bang out of order but is Hearts boss under pressure?
Mar 400:38:52Tap to summarizeRobert Grieve and Bill Leckie are back after yet another thrilling weekend in the Scottish Premiership title race.Derek McInnes' Jambos are in the driving seat but is the manager putting himself under pressure?Our guys also addressed claims made about the Hearts manager's behaviour, while taking a closer look at the possible 'conspiracy' which could arise when the post-split fixtures are announced.They also take a look at all the latest from the bottom end of the table and who could face the relegation drop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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