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Hotline Live - Have your say on the big sporting issues on the Record Sport Hotline

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Need to get something off your chest? Then why not email us at the Daily Record on hotline@dailyrecord.co.uk or leave a comment on YouTube, Facebook or X to have your say on all the big sporting issues of the day on the Record Sport Hotline.

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Record Sport’s Daniel Caw is joined by Keith Jackson and Scott McDermott to look ahead to the weekend’s Scottish Cup semi-finals, with Celtic out for ... more

Record Sport’s Daniel Caw is joined by Keith Jackson and Scott McDermott, to discuss Callum McGregor’s future at Celtic, Rangers’ tiny Tynecastle allocation for Premiership post-split blockbuster showdown and Keith and Scott pick their Scottish Premi... more

Record Sport’s Daniel Caw is joined by Keith Jackson and Scott McDermott, to discuss Jackson’s interview with Celtic legend Scott Brown, and the former Hoops captain’s three-point plan to save the current campaign under Martin O’Neill.

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Record Sport’s Daniel Caw and Keith Jackson are joined live by former Grade One referee Des Roache to pore over all of the weekend’s controversial refereeing decisions from across the Premiership. The team also discuss the form of Celtic skipper Call... more

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Des Roache
Resident referee, former grade one referee
Former referee, current pundit
Episode: Hotline Live 06/03/26 | Post-split Premiership fixtures update on Celtic, Rangers & Hearts | Ex-ref on the weekend’s controversial decisions
Craig Swann
Record Sport journalist, on-site pundit
Record Sport
Episode: Hotline Live 05/04/26 | Reaction from Dens Park following Dundee v Celtic | Rangers’ win over Dundee Utd
Barry Ferguson
Former player, extended interview guest
Hearts (former player) / Daily Record
Episode: Hotline Live 2/4/26 - Shots fired as Barry Ferguson and Ryan Stevenson give their title race verdicts | Celtic latest
Steve Clarke
National team manager, Scotland
Scotland National Team
Episode: Hotline Live 1/4/26 - Premiership title race relaunch | Will Donald Trump's World Cup be a MEGA FLOP? | Scotland friendly action post mortem
Tam McManus
Former professional footballer and pundit
Record Sport Live panelist
Episode: Hotline Live 25/3/26 | BREAKING Rangers cash injection | Top three land dream final day shootout
Ross Pilcher
Record Sport journalist and analyst
Record Sport
Episode: Hotline Live 24/3/26 | Rangers now title favourites? | Hearts grind to glory? | Nygren on ‘angry’ Celts fans
Craig Swan
Record Sport pundit
Record Sport
Episode: Hotline Live 22/3/26 - Dundee Utd v Celtic reaction LIVE as Hoops humbled | Weekend Premiership review
Chris Sutton
Former professional footballer and pundit
Record Celtic Podcast / pundit
Episode: Hotline Live 10/3/26 | Chris Sutton claims Rangers boss Rohl got above his station | Ryan Stevenson: Even Hibs fans now want Hearts title win
Matt Gannon
Record Sport reporter, invited guest from Ibrox
Record Sport
Episode: Hotline Live 8/3/26 | Reaction from Celtic’s dramatic Scottish Cup penalty shoutout win over Rangers at Ibrox

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Daniel Caw
Host of Record Sports Hotline Live with frequent involvement in daily and long‑running segments; appears across multiple episodes.
Keith Jackson
Host and frequent contributor on Hotline Live segments, often driving discussions and engaging with audience comments.

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Hotline Live 28/01/26 - Barry Ferguson urges Rangers to hold onto stars | Celtic & Rangers European previews
Q: Do you think Celtic will sign a forward in January, and is Caspar Holger a plausible target?
The guests discuss Celtic's cautious January strategy, with loan signings emphasized and Caspar Holger highlighted as a potential, but contingent, option depending on money and managerial direction.
Hotline Live 28/01/26 - Barry Ferguson urges Rangers to hold onto stars | Celtic & Rangers European previews
Q: What do you think about the aftermath of the Tynecastle game and the red card controversy?
Barry Ferguson provides a football-only perspective, supporting the red card decision while acknowledging the complexity of the incident and urging a focus on the title race rather than ongoing ref debate.
Hotline Live 06/03/26 | Post-split Premiership fixtures update on Celtic, Rangers & Hearts | Ex-ref on the weekend’s controversial decisions
Q: Keith, what did you make of the Celtic winner/ offside situation at Dens Park?
The panel agrees there was contact, but the on-field decision and subsequent VAR review showed inconsistencies; they feel the offside call is murky and not clearly supported by lines drawn in real time.
Hotline Live 29/3/26 | Reaction to Scotland’s Japan defeat | Was Steve Clarke right to criticise the Tartan Army? | Latest Celtic and Rangers News
Q: Steve, what was your thoughts on the match in the end?
Clarke emphasizes that while Scotland faced a higher quality opponent, there were positives in approach and areas to improve, particularly in final third play and decision-making, and he notes the need to be more adventurous while maintaining discipline.
Hotline Live 1/4/26 - Premiership title race relaunch | Will Donald Trump's World Cup be a MEGA FLOP? | Scotland friendly action post mortem
Q: What were the main takeaways from the Scotland camp?
The host and guest agreed that Scotland showed competitiveness against strong teams, found positives from two matches, and should avoid overreacting to losses, focusing on tactical tweaks and squad durability for the World Cup.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hotline Live

What is Hotline Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on hot takes and in‑depth discussion about the biggest sports headlines, with a strong emphasis on football in the UK. Episodes frequently dissect refereeing decisions, manager and player form, transfer rumors, and the twists of European and domestic competitions, often featuring reaction from listeners and expert guests. A notable strength is the panel's willingness to argue passionately about tactics, officiating, and leadership decisions (e.g., managers under pressure, key player performances) while weaving in audience input, which gives the series a lively, debate‑driven rhythm. Its niche focus on Scottish football, combined with coverage of broader European matchups, makes it a go‑to for listeners seeking candid, opin... more

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