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Livingston manager David Martindale looks dejected following the 4-1 defeat at Motherwell that confirmed his side's relegation. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Martindale desperate to lead Livingston promotion push as relegation confirmed
Lions’ six-year spell in top flight ends after 4-1 reverse at Fir Park

Livingson's Bruce Anderson scores making it 1-0, during a cinch Premiership match against Ross County at Tony Macaroni Arena, on April 27, 2024, in Livingston, Scotland. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

David Martindale realistic about Livingston’s survival chances despite win

Neil Warnock has his eyes on glory with Aberdeen.

Alan Pattullo's Scottish Cup guide: Brown, Warnock, shock alert, 90s vibes tie

Andrew Stirling and the Darvel team celebrate last season's Scottish Cup win over Aberdeen. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Where the Scottish Cup shocks might be on best weekend of the season

Colin Taylor, far right, with his cousin Alex and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon (middle) during an event in November 2022 to mark the 150th anniversary of the first-ever international match contested by Scotland and England. The Taylors' great grandfather Joseph played for Scotland in the goalless draw at Hamilton Crescent, Glasgow (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

SFA and former club of Scotland hero urged to help with grave repair

Livingston newcomer Tete Yengi has been inspired by the way Scotland striker Lyndon Dykes' career blossomed while at the West Lothian club. Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group

Tete Yengi aiming to emulate Scotland striker Lyndon Dykes at Livingston

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - NOVEMBER 25: Hearts' Lawrence Shankland before a cinch Premiership match between Heart of Midlothian and St Johnstone at Tynecastle Park, on November 25, 2023, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Peter Haring on where current Hearts team ranks and his game time struggle

Livingston host Rangers in the Scottish Premiership at the Tony Macaroni Arena on Sunday. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

What channel is Livingston v Rangers? TV details, kick-off time, referee and VAR

Hearts' Jorge Grant (front) celebrates with goalscorer Kenneth Vargas after providing the assist as the Costa Rican striker opened his acccount against Livingston. Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group

Grant refuses to chap Hearts manager door but hopes actions will do the talking

Livingston manager David Martindale during the Premiership match against Heart of Midlothian at Tynecastle Stadium. Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group

Livingston boss Davd Martindale explains why St Johnstone job was a non-starter

Rangers forward Abdallah Sima leaves Livingston's Jamie Brandon grounded after challenging him for the ball before scoring the opener. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Martindale stunned by Rangers VAR call as 'foul' goes unpunished for opener

Abdallah Sima curls home Rangers' opening goal against Livingston at Ibrox. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Rangers earn Michael Beale breathing space after referee and VAR shocker

David Martindale admits Livingston's financial situation has kept him awake at night.

Martindale says new Livingston owner will be a ‘huge positive’ for club

Daizen Maeda scores Celtic's third goal in the win over Livingston. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Celtic verdict: So much to commend about Livingston performance

Livingston manager David Martindale embraces Celtic counterpart Brendan Rodgers after the 3-0 defeat. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Martindale showers praise on Celtic and dismisses 'not the same' comparison

Livingston boss David Martindale expects to sell Joel Nouble this summer. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Livingston boss reveals when Joel Nouble could be sold, why he could play EPL

Livingston manager David Martindale confirmed Christophe Berra has left the club. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Livingston reveal cuts after 'significant losses', coach and 4 stars to exit

Hibs and Livingston are separated by just a point in the battle for a top six finish. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Hibs, St Mirren and Livingston's top-six battle takes centre stage

Livingston manager David Martindale enjoys competing against the Old Firm. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Premiership boss on why Celtic and Rangers exit would be bad for the SPFL

David Martindale has apologised for his hand gesture during Livingston's loss to Hibs. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Livingston suffer injury to key man as Martindale makes Hibs gesture apology

Chris Cadden points to the sky in tribute of Hibs owner Ron Gordon after netting in the 4-1 win over Livingston.

Hibs show they are maturing nicely and pay most fitting tribute to Gordon

Michael Beale faces an injury sweat over key Rangers stars ahead of the Viaplay Cup final against Celtic (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

The three Rangers players who are 'big doubts' for Celtic final

James Tavernier scored twice as Rangers defeated Livingston 3-0. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Why Rangers improvement is needed to down Celtic in Viaplay Cup final

Shamal George has been a key player for Livingston since joining in the summer. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Why Shamal George is the Scottish Premiership's best performing goalkeeper

Livingston manager David Martindale speaking ahead of hosting Rangers on Saturday. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Celtic were best team in country before Beale - now Rangers are matching them

Livingston manager David Martindale helps Celtic midfielder Reo Hatate up after a James Penrice challenge. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Martindale makes Uber quip, references Real Madrid and 'takes hat off' to Ange

Celtic's Greg Taylor celebrates his opener against Livingston with team-mate Matt O'Riley. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Celtic destroy Livingston but pre-match budget talk only half of the story

Celtic host Livingston in the Premiership. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Celtic v Livingston: Match info, kick-off time, TV details, team news

Christophe Berra is back in football as part of the coaching staff at Livingston. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Ex-Hearts captain Christophe Berra makes Premiership return with coaching role

Kyle Magennis (centre) celebrates after putting Hibs 3-0 ahead over Livingston at Easter Road. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hibs relieved after Livingston win as Johnson prepares for 'ins and outs'

Kyogo Furuhashi celebrates after scoring what proved to be Celtic's winner against Livingston. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Celtic and the curious disconnect - how Livingston win continued recent trend

Joel Nouble could play for Celtic or Rangers, according to his Livingston manager David Martindale. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

SPFL star touted for Celtic or Rangers but it would take an 'outrageous' offer

Josh Mullin, on loan from Livingston, scored a double as Ayr United defeated Raith Rovers. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Josh 'Drogba' Mullin on possible Ayr promotion, underdogs and Livingston future

Dykes has played more than 100 games for QPR. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Lyndon Dykes journey: Gazza, EPL, ex-Livi star wanting to 'smash him'

Martindale has led Livingston to fourth in the Premiership. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Rangers link key step on Martindale's journey, English offers and bigger budgets

Michael Beale would be a "fantastic fit" for Rangers according to Livingston bos David Martindale. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Why Beale is a 'fantastic fit' for Rangers, Dyche and SPFL options

Hearts' and Livingston managers Robbie Neilson (L) and David Martindale (R) shake hands before kick-off during a cinch Premiership match between Heart of Midlothian and Livingston at Tynecastle Stadium, on March 19, 2022, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Hearts boss Neilson full of praise for Martindale and Livingston

Kelle Roos has no qualms about Aberdeen playing Livingston at the Tony Macaroni Arena.

Livingston's artificial pitch finds unlikely ally in new Aberdeen signing

Livingston manager David Martindale (left) has questioned comments made by Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou about his side's artifical pitch. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

'What are we basing this on? - SPFL boss questions Postecoglou comments

Livingston manager David Martindale on the touchline during the 3-0 defeat to Celtic. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Martindale admits Celtic jealousy as Livi boss bemoans shot percentages

Celtic's Kyogo Furuhashi (left) celebrates his opening goal in the 3-0 win at Livingston. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Celtic a different animal as returning Jota takes things up a level

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou in the rain during training at Lennoxtown yesterday (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

'No right and wrong way to play the game' - Celtic boss Postecoglou talks Livi

Livingston's Morgan Boyes was sent off for this tackle on Rangers' Alfredo Morelos.

Martindale has no complaints over red card against Rangers

Rangers host Livingston at Ibrox this afternoon.

Rangers v Livingston team news and probable line-ups

Livingston manager David Martindale. (Photo by Euan Cherry / SNS Group)

Livingston disappointed with change but 'fairly happy' with Sky agreement

The SPFL are no closer to confirming the Sky Sports broadcast extension. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Rangers and Livingston cause SPFL headache ahead of crucial TV deal meeting

Livingston are due to travel to Celtic Park on Saturday but it remains unclear whether the match will go ahead. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Livingston issue statement regarding Celtic fixture situation in wake of Queen's...

Hearts players protest the winning goal, thinking it was offside. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Livingston-Hearts extras: Man of the match, McKay reliance, Hearts XI confusion

Cristian Montano celebrates putting Livingston ahead against Hearts. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts missing qualities as Livingston complete Edinburgh double with win

Livingston boss David Martindale played a key role in the win over Hearts with a tactical change. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

The David Martindale tactical change which helped Livingston defeat Hearts

Steven Fletcher was Dundee United's star man in Wednesday's Premier Sports Cup win over Livingston (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Star striker on new Dundee United resolve: 'Even my running stats were up!'

Steven Fletcher got a goal and an assist as Dundee United overcame Livingston.

Dundee Utd go back to basics after dire spell and stay in pursuit of silver

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou gestures to the away fans after the record-breaking 9-0 win over Dundee United at Tannadice. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Celtic tipped to dish out more thrashings and 'have a go' at Real Madrid

Martindale admits he owes Livingston - and Heriot-Watt University - a huge debt for helping rehabilitate him.

Saturday interview: David Martindale on prison and Livingston goals

Livingston striker Joel Nouble has started the season well.

Livingston adamant Nouble won't leave after goals against Rangers and Hibs

Livingston manager David Martindale leads the celebrations after the win over Hibs.

Livingston 2-1 Hibs extras: Tannoy mishaps, McCormick and Omeonga

Hibs midfielder Josh Campbell picked up an injury in the Edinburgh derby.

Livingston v Hibs team news and probable starting XIs

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