Ian Maxwell

The Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Inverness will kick-off at 5.30pm at Hampden on Saturday. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Celtic v Inverness cup final set for BBC channel move if FA Cup final overruns

Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell believes the Conference League will benefit the national team. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

What SFA chief Maxwell said on VAR, Conference League, Scottish Cup final switch

Celtic will meet Inverness in the Scottish Cup final at Hampden Park on Saturday, June 3 at a rescheduled kick-off time. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

MSPs demand more answers from SFA over Scottish Cup final kick-off change

The Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Inverness has been given a tea-time kick-off. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

MSPs call on SFA to reverse Scottish Cup final kick-off switch

Is Hampden fit for purpose?

Is there time for Hampden to be ready for the Euro 2028 bid?

Hampden Park will be upgraded if Scotland's joint bid to host Euro 2028 is successful. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Hampden Park to be improved if Euro 2028 bid is successful, SFA chief confirms

Police have opened an investigation into the alleged threatening communications received by referee Kevin Clancy following Saturday's cinch Premiership clash between Celtic and Rangers.

Police Scotland probe threats sent to referee Kevin Clancy after Old Firm derby

Kevin Clancy has been sent threats and abuse after officiating Rangers' loss to Celtic in the Premiership. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Celtic v Rangers ref sent threats as SFA refer 'significant volume' to police

Sky Sports pundit Andy Walker has stoked controversy. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

SFA seek Sky Sports VAR talks after 'easy way out' claims from pundit

Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell believes VAr is working. Picture: SNS.

What Scottish FA chief Ian Maxwell said about VAR

Scotland boss Steve Clarke has signed a contract extension. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke signs new Scotland contract as SFA claim 'undeniable progress'

Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon poses with children from Hyndland Primary School - and clutches an old-style ball - at an event to mark the 150th anniversary of the first Scotland v England international fixture in 1872 at the West of Scotland Cricket Ground (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Scotland 0 England 1 - Past, present and future collide 150 years on in Partick

VAR has helped referees get 98 per cent of the big decisions correct since its introduction. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scottish Premiership benefits from VAR with 8% increase in correct decisions

Heading will soon be banned and limited during training.

Scottish football to ban heading the day before and after matches

Glen's Vodka are a current sponsor of the SPFL with half of Scottish Premiership sides also involved in partnerships with alcohol brands. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

Alcohol advertising ban could be 'extremely grave' for Scottish football

Aberdeen's plans to build a new stadium have received backing from the Scottish FA. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Aberdeen stadium plans get SFA backing with prospect of hosting Scotland matches

Head of Referee Operations Crawford Allan during a VAR media day at Clydesdale House, on October 13, 2022, in Glasgow.

VAR message: Bear with us - using it will be like driving for first time

The Scottish FA's Head of Girls’ and Women’s Football Fiona McIntyre is pictured at Hampden Park. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

New cup competition ‘significant step forward for women’s football in Scotland’

VAR will be introduced to the Scottish Premiership this season. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

A Scottish Premiership season like no other - VAR, title race, surprise package

Referees went through VAR training at Hampden in March. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

VAR could come early to Scotland's Premiership grounds

Fiona McIntyre is the new SWPL managing director. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

SWPL appoint Fiona McIntyre as managing director to head three-strong team

VAR is coming to Scottish football at the end of the year.

Maxwell has his say on VAR's imminent arrival

The SFA hope Hampden will be able to hold some of Europe's biggest matches in the future.

Hampden: SFA confident of Euro 2028 but no major changes to stadium

Scotland captain Andy Robertson acknowledges the home fans after the Euro 2020 finals campaign was ended by a 3-1 defeat against Croatia at Hampden on June 22, 2021. (Photo by STU FORSTER/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Bittersweet Euro memories for Scotland one year on

Rangers and the SPFL have clashed over the league's cinch sponsorship deal.

Rangers v SPFL: SFA will not step in

Steve Clarke has a contract as Scotland's manager until the summer of 2024.

Scotland boss Clarke given strong assurances over future

VAR is due to come to Scottish football in December.

VAR in Scottish football: Update given on start date and 'education' required

Celtic and Rangers had Colts sides in the Lowland League last season. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

SPFL chairman hits out at 'bribe' and 'backroom deals' over Colts teams

Premier Sports will broadcast Scotland matches until June 2024. (Photo by Sammy Turner / SNS Group)

Scotland matches to be shown on Premier Sports until 2024

Scotland players applaud the fans at full time during a FIFA World Cup Qualifier between Scotland and Denmark. Future games will be streamed on a new service from 2024. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland games to move from Sky Sports to new platform from 2024

VAR will be introduced in Scottish football next season after SPFL clubs voted in favour of the move. (Photo by Alan Harvey / SNS Group)

VAR voted through as SPFL clubs agree timeline and cost-per-club

Steve Clarke's Scotland will face Ukraine at Hampden on June 1 - with the winners taking on Wales in Cardiff for a place at Qatar 2022 four days later. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Scotland v Ukraine play-off date confirmed as June fixture pile-up looms

Ukraine are due to play Scotland in a World Cup play-off semi-final.

'Let Ukraine walk away and guarantee them place at 2026 tournament'

Scotland should find out their play-off dates soon. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Scotland v Ukraine: When Scotland could play World Cup play-off

SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell has confirmed the UK & Ireland's joint bid to host Euro 2028 amid a surprise rival bid from Russia.

Euro 2028: UEFA confirm shock Russia rival bid to host tournament

Hampden was due for a sell-out crowd later this month - but the SFA have supported postponing the Ukraine fixture until June. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

SFA support Ukraine call and outline friendly date plans

SWPL clubs are set for form a new league and cup competiton. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

SWPL to form new league and cup within SPFL

Scott McTominay's goal for Scotland against a rare glimpse of Hampden at its best.

Why Euro 2028 might finally give Scotland the Hampden we deserve

Hampden Park could be redeveloped if Scotland is part of the host committee for Euro 2028.

Euro 2028 bid: Hampden redevelopment talks on agenda

Referee Georgi Kabakov checks the VAR monitor before awarding a penalty to Scotland during the World Cup qualifier in Austria last month

VAR receives 'overwhelmingly positive' response from Scottish Premiership clubs

Referee Georgi Kabakov consults the VAR monitor during the World Cup qualifier between Austria and Scotland last month. Picture: SNS

SFA, SPFL to host meeting over VAR implementation

Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell (left) and SPFL chief executive Neil Doncaster (right) have both questioned the Scottish government's plans for vaccine passports at major sporting events. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Government ready to back down and agree to spot-checks at major sporting events

Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell is excited by the prospect of Hampden being a key part of a UK-Ireland joint bid to host the 2030 World Cup. (Photo by Bill Murray/SNS Group).

Maxwell hits back at Hampden critics as he outlines World Cup 2030 hopes

Shared Parenting Scotland has seen a major upsurge in calls to its helpline during the Covid pandemic, largely sparked by confusion and misunderstandings around the movement of children between homes of separated parents

Covid confusion sparks record calls to shared parenting helpline

Steve Clarke watches on as Scotland are put through their paces ahead of tonight's match against Moldova.

Scotland banking on Tartan Army to help inspire breakdown of 'stuffy' Moldova

Ian Maxwell, left, alongside Scotland manager Steve Clarke.

Maxwell defends SFA's decision to extend Clarke's Scotland contract

Scottish football clubs are to help the vaccination push by opening up their grounds to the effort.

Scottish football clubs to help vaccination push

Billy Gilmour fends off Chelsea team-mate Mason Mount during last Friday's goalless draw between England and Scotland (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

SFA 'did all they could' to prevent Gilmour catching Covid

The Scotland squad being put through their paces at training. Picture: SNS

SFA want all school kids watching Scotland v Czech Rep

Head coach Steve Clarke oversees a Scotland training session at La Finca Resort in Alicante, Spain (Photo by Jose Breton / SNS Group)

Steve Clarke on Scotland contract talks, Netherland test, and Covid scare

SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell with Scotland head coach Steve Clarke

Gilmour, Patterson and the Euro 2020 story inspiring next generation

Scotland manager Steve Clarke takes a training session at La Finca Resort ahead of Wednesday's friendly against Holland (Photo by Jose Breton / SNS Group)

Scotland boss Steve Clarke set for contract talks amid Celtic speculation

Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell estimates the governing body has lost £6 million in revenue during the cornavirus pandemic. (Photo by Gary Hutchison/SNS Group).

Maxwell says Rangers trophy day trouble is no reason for strict liability

Josh Taylor walks away after knocking down Jose Ramirez in Las Vegas. He wants his next fight to be in Scotland. Picture: John Locher/AP

Hampden offered up for next Josh Taylor fight

Livingston captain Marvin Bartley has been appointed as an equality advisor. Picture: SNS

Ex-Hibs star given role as SFA vows to further fight racism

Rangers fans in George Square celebrating their team's title win on Sunday. Picture: SNS

Rumour Mill: Fears Scottish football 'could be stopped'

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