The Scottish Sun

Go Ballistic

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Go Ballistic brings you all the expert analysis, inside news and gossip from Scottish football. Roger Hannah and a series of guests will bring you regular updates on all the important stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jul 6, 2026

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If Wilfried Nancy changes Celtic formation now is it a sign of WEAKNESS? 15.12.2025

Kris Boyd is back to break down St Mirren's huge cup upset against Celtic, and debate what the Premier Sports Cup final defeat means for Wilfried Nancy. Ryan Rowe and David Friel are alongside him to discuss how Stephen Robinso OUTSMARTED the new Hoops boss at Hampden and how other teams could now relish the chance to play against Celtic in their current guise. The team question if Nancy sticking...

Was Wilfried Nancy NAIVE to change Celtic's winning formula under Martin O'Neill? 08.12.2025

We're talking tactics (boards!) this week as SunSport's Ryan Rowe, Roger Hannah and Kris Boyd react to Hearts beating Celtic in Wilfried Nancy's first game in charge of the Hoops. The new boss was spotted tinkering with a tactics board in the dugout on several occasions during the 2-1 loss at Celtic Park, will those images come back to haunt him? Kris analyses the Hearts performance and how they g...

The bold tactical call Clarke MUST make to help Scotland edge Denmark at BOTH ends 17.11.2025

There's only one show in town this week as former Scotland star Kris Boyd joins Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar as the national team prepare to try and make history. Steve Clarke's men are 90 minutes away from a first World Cup finals appearance in almost three decades with Denmark standing in our way. The guys assess the big calls Clarke could and possibly SHOULD make as he looks to navigate past...

Kris Boyd and Roger Hannah clash over Danny Rohl's post-match celebrations with Rangers fans at Dundee 10.11.2025

Kris Boyd joins Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar to dissect a big weekend of Scottish Premiership action on Go Ballistic. Rangers hero Boyd caused a stir after criticising Danny Rohl's post-match celebrations at Dundee - and it's fair to say Roger does NOT agree in a fiery clash on the matter. The guys also look at the Gers' win at Dens Park and ask if there already big signs of improvement under Ro...

How Celtic boss O'Neill's 'GENIUS' tactic outsmarted Rangers boss Rohl 03.11.2025

The guys are back to pick through a dramatic PremIer Sports Cup semi-final between Celtic and Rangers. Kris Boyd explains to Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar how caretaker Hoops boss Martin O'Neill was able to get the better of dugout rival Danny Rohl. There are competing views on whether the Irishman will be in the Parkhead hotseat on a permanent basis. And they give their big verdicts on THAT Aust...

Russell Martin mk II? Kris Boyd reacts to SHOCK Danny Rohl to Rangers u-turn 20.10.2025

Rangers icon Kris Boyd is back with SunSport's Roger Hannah and Ryan Rowe to review another madcap week in Scottish football. The team react to the news that Danny Rohl is to be named the next Rangers manager, after talks broke down with Kevin Muscat over the weekend. Should the board have held their nerve and waited for the Aussie? Boydy also looks back on Rangers' 2-2 draw with Dundee United on...

Kris Boyd wonders if Rangers might have to go back to BEG Steven Gerrard to return despite his shock withdrawal from job race 13.10.2025

Rangers hero Kris Boyd joins SunSport's Head of Sport Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar for another big week on Go Ballistic. The Gers' search for a new manager continues to dominate the agenda after Steven Gerrard's dramatic withdrawal from the race - but Boyd explains why the Gers might have to go back to the Englishman again and BEG him to return. Roger explains why Derek McInnes should be Rangers...

Here's who Rangers should turn to after sacking Russell Martin amid all-out Ibrox crisis 06.10.2025

Kris Boyd joins SunSport's Robert Grieve and Jonathon Moar at SunSport HQ to react to a dramatic weekend that saw Rangers sack Russell Martin. In this Go Ballistic special, the guys look at exactly what went wrong for Martin who saw his reign in charge come to an end after only four months. There's also plenty of focus on those calling the shots at Ibrox after Martin's failure - so how do Gers chi...

Fans’ fury towards Russell Martin has crossed a line and it isn't fair 29.09.2025

Rangers hero Kris Boyd and SunSport's Gareth Law join Jonathon Moar this week to look back on a hectic week of Scottish football action. Russell Martin earned his first league win as Gers boss but the Light Blues fans are STILL furious - but has the supporters' anger towards Martin crossed a line? James Tavernier made a huge impact for the Light Blues and Boyd reckons he's STILL the club's biggest...

Martin NEEDS to be TWO-FACED with Raskin at Rangers as Boyd & Hannah CLASH on Thelin 22.09.2025

Kris Boyd joins SunSport's Roger Hannah and Ryan Rowe to review another thrilling weekend in Scottish football, where the Premier Sports Cup took centre stage. Rangers made it into the semi-finals with a Nico Raskin-inspired display in a 2-0 win over Hibs at Ibrox and Boyd says Martin NEEDS to have "more faces than Big Ben" when it comes to picking the player, even if they don't see eye-to-eye aft...

It's the end for Russell Martin at Rangers - he HAS to be removed 15.09.2025

Kris Boyd joins SunSport's Kenny MacDonald and Jonathon Moar to pore over a chaotic and controversial weekend in the Scottish Premiership. Rangers are deciding to stick with Russell Martin despite Saturday's latest horror show at Ibrox - but can he really stay on as head coach? Hearts impressed with a 2-0 win over the Gers and the guys assess their chances of finishing inside the top two this seas...

Kris Boyd says Celtic are a 'basket case' after the board's lengthy statement to fans and doubts over Rodgers' future 08.09.2025

Kris Boyd joins SunSport's David Friel and Jonathon Moar to analyse the intensifying stand-off between the Celtic board and the club's supporters. A late night statement on Saturday night left already annoyed Hoops fans even angrier - how did the club chiefs get it so wrong? The team analyse what must happen for Celtic chiefs to try and get supporters back on side amid the ongoing drama. Plus, Kri...

Rangers and Celtic rush for deadline day signings and is there a PROBLEM with Tierney? 01.09.2025

SunSport's Ryan Rowe and Roger Hannah are joined by Rangers hero Kris Boyd to pick apart the weekend's Old Firm clash, discuss potential deadline day deals and look ahead to the upcoming Scotland matches. Kieran Tierney hasn't completed 90 minutes since signing for Celtic and he didn't look his best at Ibrox, is his fitness now becoming a problem for Brendan Rodgers? Boydy is urging his old club t...

Rangers create nothing - I would HATE to be their current Number 9 26.08.2025

Rangers hero Kris Boyd, Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar are back for a brand new Go Ballistic to look back on a chaotic week. There’s a crisis brewing at Rangers and Hamza Igamane isn’t helping after his apparent REFUSAL to come on as a substitute against St Mirren. One of Rangers’ greatest strikers, Boyd reveals why he would HATE to be the No9 in Russell Martin’s current side. Plus, a look at what...

Rangers could soon be TEN points behind Celtic fears Kris Boyd 12.08.2025

SunSport's Ryan Rowe and Roger Hannah are back for the latest edition of Go Ballistic, with Kris Boyd joining them from Ayrshire to review the weekend's action and Robert Grieve dialling in from Czechia to look ahead to the Champions League qualifier against Viktoria Plzen. Boydy is shooting from the hip as per as he voices his fears that Rangers could be an insurmountable TEN points behind Celtic...

Reo Hatate could LEAVE Celtic this summer with Lennon Miller replacing him 12.05.2025

The season is nearly over but it feels like the transfer window and managerial merry-go-round are about to go into overdrive. Go Ballistic has the latest on the futures of Derek McInnes, Stephen Robinson and Steven Naismith. Plus could there be big-money sales at both Celtic and Rangers this summer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Idah & Dessers both get criticised but no-one can argue with their numbers 05.05.2025

This week's Go Ballistic has all the fallout from the final Old Firm clash of the season as Kris Boyd explains why he sees similarities between the two No9s, Celtic's Adam Idah and Rangers' Cyriel Dessers. Barry Ferguson doubled down on his desire to land the Rangers job, but does he actually stand a chance? There's a look back at Falkirk's promotion to the top tier after 15 years away. Plus, Robe...

Next season will be Brendan Rodgers' LAST as Celtic manager says Robert Grieve 28.04.2025

Go Ballistic turns it's attention to the future after a historic weekend in Scottish football. Celtic matched Rangers' achievement of 55 league titles - but will Brendan Rodgers stick around to lead the bid for 56? Kris Boyd, Robert Grieve and Jonathon Moar also discuss another "embarrassing" season for Rangers and whether Barry Ferguson is at the end of his tether. And what next for Hearts after...

Hearts have FAILED and here's why Critchley's in trouble even if they make cup final | Go Ballistic 14.04.2025

Hearts blew their second chance of securing a top six spot and Go Ballistic takes a look at where it all went wrong for Neil Critchley and his side. Plus, could Greg Taylor still have a future at Celtic after making his return to the XI and impressing against Kilmarnock? The Hoops thumped Killie 5-1 at Parkhead but the champagne is on ice after Rangers recovered from two goals down to draw with Ab...

Go Ballistic on where it went wrong for Celtic AND Rangers 07.04.2025

Go Ballistic on where it went wrong for Celtic AND Rangers after the fierce rivals both lost at the weekend. Has defeat to Hibs ended Barry Ferguson's hopes of landing the Ibrox hotseat on a permanent basis? And can Brendan Rodgers spark his Celtic players back to life? Kris Boyd, Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar also heap praise on the job Jim Goodwin has done at Dundee United and ask if St Johnsto...

Rangers should sign CELTIC star Greg Taylor say Kris Boyd 31.03.2025

He's never afraid to speak his mind and this week Kris Boyd has made a sensational suggestion. The SunSport columnist reckons his old club Rangers should snap up out-of-contract Celtic star Greg Taylor. Roger Hannah and Jonathon Moar also run the rule over the rest of the weekend Premiership action. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Scotland fans need to STOP booing Steve Clarke and his players says Kris Boyd 24.03.2025

The Tartan Army jeered the team off the park after the crushing defeat to Greece - but Kris Boyd reckons they need a reality check. Boyd also discusses where relegation to Nations League Group B leaves the country ahead of World Cup qualifiers. And Roger Hannah and Ryan Rowe discuss the incredible rise of Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin after his starring role for Belgium. Hosted on Acast. See a...

The big difference between Rangers under Ferguson & Clement + Why Rodgers will be HURTING going into next season 17.03.2025

Rangers stunned Celtic 3-2 at Parkhead this weekend to record their first Old Firm league win at the home of their arch rivals in five years. SunSport's Ryan Rowe and Roger Hannah debate the big talking points before Kris Boyd reveals the one big difference Barry Ferguson has made to Rangers and ponders how 'perfectionist' Brendan Rodgers will be feeling after losing another three goals in a derby...

Celtic hero Maeda could still TERRORISE Rangers captain Tavernier despite position switch 10.03.2025

Kris Boyd has been amazed by Daizen Maeda's stunning form - but reckons James Tavernier could be terrorised. The lightning-fast Celtic star has been moved from his usual position on the wing where he would regularly give Rangers captain Tavernier nightmares in Old Firm games. But tactical shifts in Barry Ferguson's team mean the pair could be on a collision course at Parkhead on Sunday. Kris and R...

Kris Boyd on the Rangers player who is 'miles off it' and should be dropped | Go Ballistic 03.03.2025

Kris Boyd gives his instant reaction to the huge news the Rangers takeover has been agreed in principle. He tells Roger Hannah the mess at the Ibrox club will not be easy to tidy up. The Gers hero says too many players are far from their best - and names the one star who should be dropped. Boyd was impressed by red-hot Celtic star Daizen Maeda in the 5-2 win over St Mirren and asks whether his lon...

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