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Archive — Thursday, 17 September 2026

Saturday's Premiership action sees Aberdeen at Easter Road to face Hibernian under interim manager John Potter following David Gray's sacking, while Hearts seek recovery from their Falkirk shock at Kilmarnock and Falkirk themselves hope to build momentum at home to St Johnstone.

Match news

Hibs under interim charge for Dons

Hibernian face Aberdeen at Easter Road on Saturday under interim manager John Potter following David Gray's sacking on Wednesday. Potter takes temporary charge with the club ninth in the table on six points, having suffered six consecutive home league defeats.

Dons travel to Easter Road

Aberdeen make the trip to Easter Road on Saturday looking to build on their impressive 4-0 demolition of Motherwell earlier this week. The Dons will test themselves against a wounded Hibernian side under interim management.

Jambos seek recovery at Rugby Park

Hearts travel to Kilmarnock on Saturday evening looking to bounce back from their shock 2-1 defeat at Falkirk. The Edinburgh side will hope to rediscover the form that has kept them in contention near the top of the table.

Killie host Hearts in evening clash

Kilmarnock will look to build on their breakthrough 1-0 victory over Hibernian when they host Hearts on Saturday evening. George Stanger's goal ended their season-long quest for a first win and has given genuine belief to Neil McCann's side.

Perth Saints host Falkirk

St Johnstone host Falkirk at McDiarmid Park on Saturday, with the Perth side seeking to maintain their push up the table. The Saints will face a Falkirk side riding high from their shock victory over Hearts.

Bairns visit Perth

Falkirk travel to McDiarmid Park on Saturday hoping to build on their shock 2-1 victory over Hearts. A win would represent a significant statement from John McGlynn's improving side.

Buddies host United

St Mirren host Dundee United at the SMiSA Stadium on Saturday. Craig McLeish's side look to continue their promotion season momentum in the Premiership.

Tangerines travel to Paisley

Dundee United make the trip to Paisley on Saturday to face St Mirren. Manager Jim Goodwin continues his recovery from his recent health scare, having been in attendance at matches in recent days.

Dark Blues host Motherwell

Dundee host Motherwell at Dens Park on Saturday, looking to climb away from the bottom half of the table. The Dark Blues will look to impose their style on a Motherwell side reeling from a heavy defeat.

Steelmen seek response in Dundee

Motherwell travel to Dens Park on Saturday seeking immediate recovery from Tuesday's heavy 4-0 defeat at home to Aberdeen. Stuart Kettlewell's side will be eager to show resilience after one of the season's heaviest defeats.

Transfers & rumours

Summer window closed 3 September

The Scottish summer transfer window closed at 17:00 on 3 September. No business is now possible until January, save through loan arrangements.

Source: SPFL

Club news

Gray sacked after sixth home defeat

Hibernian have sacked manager David Gray on Wednesday, ending his 12-year tenure at Easter Road. His departure comes after the club's sixth consecutive home league defeat, the first such run since 1920.

Spittal facing three-month spell out

Hearts midfielder Blair Spittal will miss the next three months following surgery for a leg injury sustained in midweek. The loss represents a significant blow to Wouter Vrancken's midfield options.

Astley commits long-term

Dundee defender Ryan Astley has signed a new contract through 2029, committing his future to Dens Park. The Welsh-qualified centre-back has been a cornerstone of the Dark Blues' defence.

Goodwin continues recovery

Jim Goodwin has been discharged from hospital and continues his recovery from his recent health scare. The Dundee United manager has been in attendance at Tannadice in recent days.

Championship

Warriors maintain top spot

Stenhousemuir continue their impressive early season form following their 1-0 victory over Partick Thistle and sit top of the Championship on 16 points. The Warriors remain unbeaten.

Rovers chase Warriors

Raith Rovers sit second in the Championship on 13 points, just three points behind leaders Stenhousemuir. The Kirkcaldy club remain strong promotion contenders.

From the fan channels

Supporters react to Gray exit

Hibernian supporters responded with mixed emotions to David Gray's departure, with frustration at the run of home defeats tempered by questions over whether managerial change alone can reverse the club's poor form. The sixth consecutive home league defeat forced the board's hand after supporters' patience had worn thin.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Jambos fans angered by defending

Hearts supporters were fuming after the 2-1 defeat at Falkirk, with defensive lapses coming in for heavy criticism on forums. Fans pointed to multiple individual errors in the backline rather than tactical issues, describing the performance as well below expectations.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Steelmen supporters shell-shocked

Motherwell fans were left reeling after the 4-0 home defeat to Aberdeen, their heaviest loss at Fir Park in recent seasons. The scale of the defeat has left supporters questioning their side's ability to compete at this level.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Killie fans celebrate breakthrough

Kilmarnock supporters celebrated George Stanger's goal with genuine relief, ending weeks of frustration watching their side create chances but fail to score. The breakthrough victory has sparked renewed optimism among a fanbase that had feared a goal drought would define their season.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Dons fans hail commanding display

Aberdeen supporters have been celebrating one of the season's most impressive performances, with the 4-0 demolition of Motherwell demonstrating the quality in their squad. The emphatic victory has given genuine belief that the Dons can challenge in the division.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Bairns faithful celebrate upset

Falkirk supporters have been celebrating their shock victory over in-form Hearts, with discussions on Pie and Bovril about whether the team can build on the result and prove they belong at this level. The win represents genuine progress for John McGlynn's improving side.

Source: Pie and Bovril

United fans rally behind Goodwin

Dundee United supporters have shown remarkable backing for manager Jim Goodwin during his recovery, with fans displaying banners of support at Tannadice. The outpouring from the Tannadice faithful has been described as overwhelming during what has been a difficult period.

Source: Pie and Bovril

Buddies fans back McLeish

St Mirren supporters on the Black and White Army forums are supportive of Craig McLeish's permanent appointment, with fans hopeful that the manager's approach can build something special in the club's first season back at Premiership level.

Source: Black and White Army

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