Sam Cosgrove clinched Aberdeen’s place in the quarter-final of the Betfred Cup thanks to his extra-time winner against Dundee at Dens Park.
Tag: Scottish League Cup
Gary Holt relieved to see Livingston move into Betfred Cup quarter-finals
Gary Holt was less than pleased with the manner of Livingston’s 2-1 victory but admitted he was delighted to avoid the “ridicule” of a Betfred Cup upset against Forfar.
Stockdale: Kamberi has fantastic attributes but needs to improve consistency
Florian Kamberi must showcase his quality on a more consistent basis in order to make the most of his “fantastic” attributes, according to Hibernian assistant head coach Robbie Stockdale.
Lennon: Cup trials will stand new signings in good stead
Celtic manager Neil Lennon believes their late, late win over Dunfermline was all part of the learning process for his summer recruits.
Angelo Alessio expects Dom Thomas to make impact with Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock manager Angelo Alessio believes Betfred Cup matchwinner Dom Thomas can make an impact at Rugby Park this season.
Blair Spittal shrugs off abuse from fans as Ross County advance in Betfred Cup
Ross County midfielder Blair Spittal has shrugged off the abuse he received from home fans on his return to Partick Thistle, saying: “I gave it out so I’m big enough to take it as well.
Morton chief executive says fourth official used ‘foul and abusive language’
Morton chief executive David MacKinnon has accused fourth official Kevin Graham of using foul and abusive language and “manhandling” boss David Hopkin during their 5-3 Betfred Cup defeat against Hibernian.
Lennon praises team’s character as Celtic grind out win over Dunfermline
Celtic manager Neil Lennon told his players he was “really proud” of them after their extra-time victory over Dunfermline.
Alessio hopes cup win can herald new dawn at Kilmarnock
Kilmarnock manager Angelo Alessio hopes their extra-time Betfred Cup win over Hamilton can signal a new start at Rugby Park.
Caldwell hails Partick Thistle performance as best of reign
Partick Thistle manager Gary Caldwell hailed his side’s performance against Ross County as the best of his tenure as the Jags reached the quarter-finals of the Betfred Cup.
Performance against Forfar wasn’t good enough, says Livingston boss Holt
Livingston manager Gary Holt was left annoyed by his side’s performance against Forfar Athletic, despite the Lions booking their place in the Betfred Cup quarter-finals with a 2-1 victory.
Kilmarnock leave it late to edge out Hamilton and ease pressure on Alessio
Kilmarnock booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Betfred Cup as they squeezed past Hamilton after extra-time to ease the pressure on manager Angelo Alessio.
Steven Saunders sends Partick Thistle through with extra-time winner
Partick Thistle booked their place in the Betfred Cup quarter-finals after a dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Ross County.
Late Forrest strike ensures Celtic avoid cup upset against Dunfermline
James Forrest’s 114th-minute strike edged Celtic past Dunfermline after the Fifers threatened to end the champions’ stranglehold on domestic silverware.
Livingston hold off Forfar fightback to reach last eight of Betfred Cup
Livingston eased into the quarter-finals of the Betfred Cup after withstanding a late comeback from League One outfit Forfar Athletic.
Gary McAllister: Stronger squad gives Rangers more control
Rangers assistant manager Gary McAllister has sensed more control about the team with the help of a stronger squad.
Levein delighted with Hearts’ response to ’embarrassing’ Ross County draw
Hearts manager Craig Levein praised his team’s determination to atone for an “embarrassing” display after they knocked Motherwell out of the Betfred Cup.
Northern Irish pair shine as Hearts see off Motherwell
Northern Ireland internationals Michael Smith and Conor Washington netted in front of national boss Michael O’Neill as Hearts knocked Motherwell out of the Betfred Cup.
Derek McInnes looking for a response when Aberdeen take on Dundee in Betfred Cup
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes admits a Betfred Cup response is vital following their European disappointment.
Livingston boss Gary Holt wary of the threat Betfred Cup opponents Forfar pose
Livingston manager Gary Holt has warned his players they will need to take their league form into the Betfred Cup clash against Forfar.