Benfica Awaits: Can Celtic Silence Their Critics?

The Go Radio Football Show: October 13th, 2026 with Scottish Gas.

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Celtic are preparing for a huge Europa League trip to Benfica, and Scotland Women are aiming to take another step towards the World Cup. 

On this episode, Paul Cooney is joined by Peter Grant and Mark Guidi to dissect a packed football agenda, from Derek McInnes' title challenge at Ibrox to Celtic's European ambitions and the debate over who should lead the club into the future. The panel also looks at Hearts' growing influence, Partick Thistle's promotion push, and Scotland Women's crucial play-off clash with the Czech Republic. Packed with strong opinions, tactical analysis and plenty of football debate. 

Episode Highlights

• Derek McInnes' Rangers side continue their winning run.
• Peter Grant dismisses Charlie Adam's claim that Rangers need greater squad rotation.
• Celtic's trip to Benfica previewed in depth, including predicted line-ups and tactics.
• Debate over whether Celtic should prioritise Europe or the Hearts clash.
• Jota returns for Celtic and sparks excitement among supporters.
• Scotland Women look to finish the job against the Czech Republic and move closer to Brazil 2027.
• Hearts' title ambitions and Tony Bloom's long-term vision examined.
• Could David Moyes or Kieran McKenna be Celtic's next manager?
• Partick Thistle's promotion credentials assessed after another important Championship win.

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