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An independent Scotland could rejoin the EU relatively quickly, says Nicola Sturgeon
Sturgeon has already said she wants a fresh ballot on independence to take place in the second half of 2020.
Big weekend for Kildare's Donovan as stunning win in Glasgow brings European title shot closer
The Irish champion went 11-0 last night after coaching Tyrone teen sensation Jude Gallagher to a national title on Friday.
Alex Salmond pleads not guilty to attempted rape and 11 sexual assault charges
One of the charges relates to the attempted rape of a woman in the official residence of the first minister of Scotland.
Scotland to get first crack at newly crowned world champions South Africa
Georgia will also face South Africa for only the second time following two Springboks Tests against the Scots.
Scotland forwards coach Wilson to take over Glasgow Warriors job after Rennie
It’s the big (rugby) coaching news of the day.
McGinn on the double in Scotland's comeback win as their focus also switches to March
Steve Clarke’s side finished their Euro 2020 qualifying Group I campaign with a 3-1 win over Kazakhstan.
Christie and McGinn hit the net as understrength Scotland defeat Cyprus
Scotland geared up for next year’s Euro 2020 play-offs with victory in a qualification dead-rubber.
Scottish Rugby Unions expresses 'regret' and pays €82k fine to World Rugby
The union’s CEO, Mark Dodson, threatened legal action during the World Cup.
Scotland fined €80k over 'inappropriate and ill-judged' comments during Typhoon Hagibis
The SRU chief executive questioned the integrity of tournament organisers and claimed unfair treatment before Scotland lost to the hosts.
Hand of missing Scottish tourist found in tiger shark’s stomach
The 44-year-old man disappeared while snorkelling off Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean.
'Oldest friends' Ireland and Scotland launch bilateral review to find areas for future collaboration
Key fields such as trade, research and culture will be included, as well as initiatives such as the Irish-Scottish Health Forum.
Cork striker steers Glasgow to remarkable 13th Scottish league title in-a-row
Clare Shine has starred for Glasgow City in her second coming.
Cork's O'Sullivan into another US final, Keenan shines for Celtic, and United stun City
Some of the weekend’s interesting stories for Irish women’s football stars overseas.
Rangers waste opportunity to go top as they're held by Hearts at Tynecastle
A win would have sent Steven Gerrard’s side back above Celtic – but Glenn Whelan and Jake Mulraney’s side spoiled the party.
Nicola Sturgeon to request power to hold new Scottish independence vote
The First Minister said work was being done to update the “independence prospectus”.
Brave Blossoms' attacking style thrills the World Cup on home soil
Jamie Joseph’s men have been the story of this tournament and delivered on a special night in Yokohama.
As it happened: Japan v Scotland, Rugby World Cup
This match will determine who Ireland are to face in the quarter-finals, so we’re going minute-by-minute.
Ireland out to clinch World Cup quarter-final with bonus-point win over Samoans
Joe Schmidt’s side can save themselves a nervous Sunday by winning with four tries in Fukuoka today.
World Rugby hits back at 'disappointing' comments from Scottish Rugby Union
Sunday’s game between the Scots and Japan will either go ahead as scheduled or be cancelled.
Scotland skipper left out as Townsend names his side to face Japan
The sides are scheduled to meet in a crucial Rugby World Cup showdown in Yokohoma on Sunday.
'I hope everyone involved in the tournament wants the game to be played'
Scotland boss Gregor Townsend suggested his side’s clash with Japan could go ahead behind closed doors.
Scotland set to fight possibility of cancelled Pool A game against Japan
Gregor Townsend’s side could be knocked out of the World Cup without even getting to play the hosts.
‘Arsenal got Tierney on the cheap’: Hartson backs £25m Scot to shine like Robertson
The Scotland left-back will prove to be a bargain for the Gunners, according to John Hartson.
Scotland storm to 9-try win over Russia to set up showdown with Japan
Scrum-half George Horne scored a hat-trick as Russia completed their run in Pool A with another scoreless return.
As it happened: Scotland v Russia, Rugby World Cup
Gregor Townsend’s men are still in with a real shout of making the knockout stages and we went minute-by-minute.
Scottish judge dismisses Brexit extension legal action
Judge Lord Pentland said he was satisfied with assurances from the Prime Minister that he would comply with legislation.
Townsend questions 'incredible call' that aided Japan's bonus-point win over Samoa
The Scotland boss believes the World Cup hosts were fortunate to get the opportunity to score a last-gasp try.
Thousands march in pro-independence protest in Scotland
Scotland voted against independence in a 2014 referendum by 55 percent.
Johnson in new court showdown as Europe brands Brexit plans ‘unconvincing’
Scotland’s highest civil court will hear two cases in the space of five days that could compel Boris Johnson to extend Brexit negotiations.
'The ball was like a bar of soap' - Ireland next up in Kobe sweatbox
Conditions at Kobe Misaki Stadium were very difficult as Scotland overcame Samoa.
Scotland keep pressure on Ireland with bonus-point win over Samoa
Gregor Townsend’s men were made to sweat but eventually secured their crucial fourth try.
As it happened: Scotland v Samoa, Rugby World Cup
Gregor Townsend’s side picked up a vital bonus-point win in Misaki Stadium.
Analysis: Peerless Conor Murray's box kicking key to Ireland's big win
The scrum-half kicked 14 times against Scotland in Sunday’s World Cup clash.
Sexton took 'bang on his thigh' but Ireland say replacement was tactical
Peter O’Mahony and Bundee Aki have passed HIA2 and could be available against Japan.
Henderson and Ryan at the heart of Ireland's dominant outing up front
The Irish second rows were superb as Joe Schmidt’s side bullied Scotland.
Rory Best leads by example in superb showing from Ireland's pack
The 37-year-old completed the full 80 minutes as his side dismantled Scotland.
Schmidt keen to jump Japan hurdle before turning to 'heavyweight' Boks
The Ireland boss was pleased with how his side built a lead against Scotland, then kept it.
Watch: Highlights as Ireland overpower Scotland
The bonus point victory leaves Ireland on course for the quarter-finals.
Schmidt's Ireland dominant as they lay down World Cup marker against Scots
A bonus-point win in front of the Green Army was the perfect start in Japan.
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