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

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Celtic Football Club
Rangers
Celtic
Rangers Football Club
Hearts
Scottish Football
Scotland National Football Team
Scottish Premiership
Barry Ferguson
VAR
Champions League
Scottish Cup
World Cup
Aberdeen
Brendan Rodgers
Europa League
Celtic FC
Nations League
Fenerbahce
Heart Of Midlothian F.C.

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 and Keith Jackson pore over the aftermath of the Scottish Cup final between Celtic and Dunfermline, as the Hoops secured a double in the final showpiece event of the campaign.

The team also look at whether Martin O'Neill wi... more

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Record Sport’s Daniel Caw is joined by Keith Jackson, Scott McDermott and Michael Gannon to look ahead to this weekend’s Scottish Cup final at Hampden... more

Record Sport’s Daniel Caw is joined by Keith Jackson and Scott McDermott to discuss the latest news from the Scottish Premiership, as Hearts issue a furious statement on last Saturday’s events at Celtic Park, with a thinly-veiled dig at Celtic boss M... more

Record Sport’s Daniel Caw is joined by Keith Jackson and Scott McDermott to discuss the latest on Celtic’s title win over Hearts on Saturday, with the Tynecastle club receiving audio of referee Don Robertson’s final whistle. The show also examines Sc... more

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Mystic Ryan
Analyst who predicted Celtic's double
Episode: Hotline Live 18/5/26 | Celtic’s title win fallout | Wild ride Premiership season recap
Bill McMurdo
Football agent, represents Lewis Ferguson
McMurdo & Co.
Episode: Hotline Live 12/5/26 | Danny Rohl’s defiant Rangers vote of confidence | O’Neill takes swipe at Celtic doubters | Lewis Ferguson could sign for Rangers
Derek McInnes
Hartz boss
Heart of Midlothian FC (context depends on clip)
Episode: Hotline Live 7/5/26 - Is it Rohl over? Rangers boss linked with Wolfsburg | Weekend Premiership preview
Ryan Stevenson
Hearts hero, former player
Record Sport/Hearts supporter
Episode: Hotline Live 5/5/26 - Hearts vs Rangers aftermath | Celtic want Hearts star | Ex-referee Des Roache joins
Scott Brown
Celtic legend and former captain
Celtic Football Club
Episode: Hotline Live 14/4/26 | Hotline Live | Scott Brown Hotline exclusive | Celtic legend’s 3 point plan top save Hoops’ season | Raskin on Gers banishment
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
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
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
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

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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 30/10/25 | Martin O’Neill’s Celtic homecoming | Rangers’ confidence boosting win over Hibs
Q: Does Tavernier start on Sunday, and if so, where?
Yes, it will start at right wing back, with Tavernier back in the lineup in that position.
Hotline Live 29/10/25 | Reaction from Hibs vs Rangers | Martin O’Neill’s Celtic homecoming against Falkirk
Q: What was your prediction for Sunday?
Fraser suggested it would be a tight, possibly high-scoring affair with goals on both sides and not an easy call to make, reflecting the balanced form of Celtic and Rangers.
Hotline Live 02/02/25 | Martin O’Neill press conference | Danny Rohl speaks ahead of Dundee Utd vs Rangers
Q: Danny, you said you need players that understand what it means to play for Rangers and some players maybe need to improve in that regard. Is that something you think players can learn to do?
Yes, the approach is about building confidence through practical, challenging situations and improving how we play to create energy and competence on the field, while also acknowledging the need for a mature understanding of the club's demands.
Hotline LIVE 24/11/25 - Rangers boardroom crisis, Celtic closing in on Nancy and ref watch with Des Roache
Q: How should the club approach leadership moving forward?
Appoint a credible sporting director and leadership team, overhaul the recruitment department, and align recruitment with a clear long-term strategy to regain credibility with supporters and stakeholders.
Hotline LIVE 24/11/25 - Rangers boardroom crisis, Celtic closing in on Nancy and ref watch with Des Roache
Q: What went wrong with Rangers' recruitment under the new owners?
The guests argue recruitment was misdirected, with poor choices and a lack of strategic leadership, leading to wasted funds and a need for a new sporting director who can implement a credible recruitment framework.

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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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