A football-less weekend is something that if we are not used to now we will have to get familiar with for the foreseeable future. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon yesterday reiterated her view that there would be a ban or restrictions on mass gatherings and public events for “some months”.
Meanwhile, Uefa seemed to open the door for the SPFL to call time on the Ladbrokes Premiership despite a desire amongst some clubs for the season to be finished behind closed doors.
Click and scroll through for all the news from around Scottish football as we prepare for another football-less weekend.
. SEOGWIPO, REPUBLIC OF KOREA: Brazilian team poses 08 June 2002 at the Jeju World Cup Stadium in Seogwipo, before the first round Group C action between Brazil and China in the 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan. Brazil defeated China 4-0. From L above: Lucio, Anderson Polga, Roque Junior, Gilberto Silva, Marcos, Cafu. From L bottom: Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Juninho Paulista, Roberto Carlos, Rivaldo. AFP PHOTO/ANTONIO SCORZA (Photo credit should read ANTONIO SCORZA/AFP via Getty Images)
Rangers and Celtic wanted Brazilian legend Rivaldo. Picture: Getty | Getty Images Photo: ANTONIO SCORZA
. Celtic title warning
Celtic fans have been advised to stay away from Parkhead in the event that the club are crowned champions. Police Scotland have told supporters to “stay at home” and are monitoring the situation. (Scottish Sun) | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group Craig Foy
. Rivaldo reveals Old Firm interest
Rangers and Celtic both tried to sign Brazilian legend Rivaldo after he left AC Milan in 2004. The Parkhead side offered the World Cup winner a trial with the forward eventually opting for a move to Olympiakos. (Scottish Sun) | Getty Images Photo: PASCAL GUYOT
1. Celtic title warning
Celtic fans have been advised to stay away from Parkhead in the event that the club are crowned champions. Police Scotland have told supporters to “stay at home” and are monitoring the situation. (Scottish Sun) | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group Craig Foy
2. Rivaldo reveals Old Firm interest
Rangers and Celtic both tried to sign Brazilian legend Rivaldo after he left AC Milan in 2004. The Parkhead side offered the World Cup winner a trial with the forward eventually opting for a move to Olympiakos. (Scottish Sun) | Getty Images Photo: PASCAL GUYOT
3. Uefa pave way for leagues to finish
Celtic have edged closer to becoming champions, while Hearts are one step closer to the drop after Uefa paved the way for leagues to conclude early. It is expected that Scotland, as well as the Netherlands and Belgium, will be given permission to call and end to their season early. (The Scotsman) | Getty Images Photo: ARIS MESSINIS
4. Hearts midfielder wanted
Hearts midfielder Olly Lee is wanted by Gillingham. The Englishman has spent the last season on loan at the League One side but is said to be keen to join back up with the Tynecastle in the summer following a disagreement with Craig Levein. (Evening News) | Other 3rd Party Photo: SNS Group Craig Williamson