Stevie Smith Steps Up and Brendan Rodgers’ Quest for Consistency

The Go Radio Football Show: 16th of October, 2025.

Join host Andy Walker alongside ex Rangers Assistant Manager Billy Dodds and Celtic Hero Peter Grant in Association with Burger King.

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Stevie Smith’s Interim Role at Rangers: How he found out about stepping up from U19 coach to first-team duties. His press conference performance: calm, clear, and confident. The “strip it back” philosophy—what does back-to-basics mean for Rangers tactically?

Immediate challenge: Dundee United at Ibrox and the pressure to win.

Leadership Void in Rangers’ Dressing Room: Lack of old-school leaders who drive standards internally. John Souttar’s comments on player responsibility and collective accountability. Can Tavernier lead by example, and who else steps up?

Kevin Muscat’s Expected Arrival: Insights into his coaching style: high-intensity pressing, quick transitions, adaptability. Comparisons to Ange Postecoglou and whether Muscat can replicate success in Scotland.

Fan expectations and skepticism about managers from Asian leagues.

Rangers’ Tactical Concerns: Defensive frailties: full-backs too high, gaps in midfield, vulnerability to counters. Will Smith opt for a safer shape—lower line, less risk in possession?

Celtic’s Current State: Brendan Rodgers on inconsistency and the need for fluency. Impact of injuries: Maeda out, Bernardo ill—who fills the gaps?

Midfield depth: McGregor, Hatate, Engels, Negron—are they hitting top form?

Fan Frustration & Boardroom Disconnect

Celtic supporters’ statement and Rodgers’ diplomatic response.Debate on recruitment strategy—missed opportunities in the summer window.

Rangers fans’ anger over Russell Martin’s tenure and transfer decisions.

Weekend SPFL Fixtures Preview

Rangers vs Dundee United: must-win for Smith, United’s counter-attacking threat. Celtic vs Dundee: can Celtic dominate after the break? Other key games: Hibs vs Livingston, Motherwell vs Falkirk, St Mirren vs Aberdeen, Hearts vs Kilmarnock.Predictions from the panel: score lines and standout players.

Caller Highlights

Passionate Rangers fans on Muscat, Smith, and tactical simplicity.

Celtic fans on squad rotation, future of Callum McGregor, and board accountability.Heated debates on whether things can “turn quickly” for Rangers.

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