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Scottish Cup: Scott Brown wants more Hibs misery

TWELVE months ago, Scott Brown suffered along with the Hibs support at Hampden as they experienced the trauma of their most mortifying derby defeat of all time.

Scottish Cup: James McPake hails fans’ faith

JAMES McPake took a look at the travelling support who had made their way to Rugby Park on a Sunday two months ago and wondered just what he and his team-mates had done to earn their backing.

Scottish Cup classics: Steven Tweed’s 1995 regrets

THE Hibernian captain was struggling to be fit on time, and Celtic were desperate to shrug off a reputation for under-­performing in big knockout games.

Scottish Cup: John Collins praises Leigh Griffiths

HOW far Leigh Griffiths goes in football will be determined only by his own mindset and ­fitness, according to John ­Collins.

US investor John Nelms reveals his Dundee vision

THE potential investor in Dundee – former trialist with East Fife, John Nelms – wants to create a football academy in the city that will aim to provide the Dens Park club with a conveyor belt of talent for years to come.

Hearts: Scandinavian group considers takeover

AN Edinburgh-based management group confirmed last night that it is still working on behalf of a Scandinavian consortium interested in taking over Hearts.

Hibernian skipper James McPake winning fitness battle

JAMES McPAKE is confident he will be fit to lead Hibs out in the Scottish Cup Final.

Norwegians bid for Hearts

SCANDANAVIAN investors have lined up a cash bid to take over Hearts. The consortium members remain anonymous but are believed to be mainly Norwegian.

Scott Brown defends Kris Commons after Wotte jibe

CELTIC captain Scott Brown has leaped to the defence of his team-mate Kris Commons following criticism from SFA performance director Mark Wotte of the midfielder’s decision to retire from international football at the age of 29.