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Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Rutherglen: Walters Bar shares opening date and launch party
Taking over the former Gorman's Bar at 33 Queen Street, Walter's will officially open its doors on Tuesday, July 1. But punters are being told to mark their calendars for the real party just days later. READ MORE: 'Rare' Rangers pub hits the market near Glasgow for just £85K Owners are pulling out all the stops for their Pre-Season Party on Sunday, July 6, promising customers that the party will be "one to remember." The event will feature live coverage of Rangers' pre-season match against Club Brugge at 2pm, followed by live music from Lorri, The Loyal Blues Singer, at 4pm. The team at Walter's announced the news with a social media post: 'We officially open on Tuesday, July 1… but the BIG one is Sunday, July 6! "Rangers vs Club Brugge live from 2pm, then from 4pm, Lorri, The Loyal Blues Singer, will bring the tunes and the atmosphere. "This is more than just a new pub — it's a home for the loyal. "Come celebrate the start of something special at Walter's. "Free entry — but get down early!' Fans have shared their excitement in the comments, with one writing: 'Sunday sesh?' The Glasgow Times reported at the start of the month that the new venue promises to be more than just a traditional pub—it aims to become a hub for Rangers supporters and a celebration of the club's history. READ MORE: New Rangers spot Walters Bar to open soon in Rutherglen (Image: Newsquest) The new Rangers spot is named in tribute to legendary former Rangers manager, the late Walter Smith. Smith took charge of Rangers in 1991, succeeding Graeme Souness, and led the club to unprecedented success, winning 13 major trophies in seven years, including seven consecutive league titles. After a spell managing the Scotland national team, where he notably lifted them 70 places in the FIFA World Rankings, Smith returned to Rangers in 2007 and added eight more trophies to his collection. He guided the team to the 2008 UEFA Cup Final before retiring in 2011. Walter Smith remains the second-most successful manager in Rangers' history, behind only Bill Struth, and is deeply revered by fans across generations.
STV News
09-06-2025
- Sport
- STV News
O'Neill: Celtic will have appetite for Europe after Champions League run
Martin O'Neill believes Celtic will have a growing appetite to kick on again in Europe next season after a 'terrific' run in the Champions League. The Hoops reached the knockout stages of the top competition for the first time in over a decade, following wins over Slovan Bratislava, RB Leipzig, and Young Boys, and draws with Club Brugge, Atalanta, and Dinamo Zagreb in the League Phase. They were knocked out in the last-16 play-off after an agonising injury-time winner for Bayern Munich in Germany sealed a 3-2 aggregate defeat. And O'Neill, who was in charge for some memorable European nights, including wins over Juventus, Liverpool, and Ajax, during his five-year spell in the east end of Glasgow, believes that that run will stand Brendan Rodgers' side in good stead for the season ahead. He said: 'We all thought that the new format would suit teams like Celtic, which is great, but just now, as you're getting your feet together in European football, I think they were terrific. 'Recovering from the debacle against Dortmund, to go to Atalanta and get a result there, then beating Leipzig. And then to crown it all, a brilliant performance in Munich against Bayern Munich of all teams. 'So that all augurs really well for next season. 'I'm quite sure (that they now have the base to take another step forward next season), there's no question about it, and I don't think there will be any resting on laurels or anything like that. 'I think that the run in the Champions League will actually have given them an appetite to go even further if that's at all possible. 'I think it's reawakened European football, big time over at Celtic Park.' O'Neill, who won seven major honours, including a domestic treble, and reached a UEFA Cup Final when he was in the Celtic dugout between 2000-2005, believes his former club will be looking to improve again in the summer despite another successful season that ended with a Premiership and League Cup double. And he insists that movements over at Ibrox might be a driving force in Celtic's pre-season recruitment, but argues that a strong Rangers can be beneficial to the Parkhead men. He continued: 'Some players might leave the football club, and you will always have to supplement the squad regardless. 'But it's like everything else. I'm looking at it from a managerial viewpoint, and every single season I was always saying to the board that we had to try and invest in the squad, because you want to try and stay as strong as possible. 'You don't know what might happen over the other side of the city. They've got a new manager coming in now, and for Celtic to stay strong, I think they really do need Rangers to be as strong as possible as well. 'I mean, going back to my time, I was up against Alex (McLeish) for a few years, and before that it was Dick Advocaat, but Rangers were incredibly strong at that time, really strong, so we had to be strong ourselves.' Celtic were denied a world record ninth domestic treble when they fell at the last hurdle in a penalty shootout defeat to Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup final. But O'Neill doesn't think that result diminishes what was an overall successful season for his former club. He said: 'Of course, it's disappointing because the treble was within their grasp. 'And I suppose, having beaten Aberdeen maybe ten days before the final, some people maybe felt that just turning up would have been enough to win the cup. but I'm quite sure that that was not the attitude. 'However, it's been a great season with another championship won, and then, if you talk about the run in the Champions League, it was really excellent.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Glasgow Times
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Snoop Dogg reveals new plans for Glasgow's Celtic Park
The 53-year-old hip-hop icon and longtime Celtic supporter said he wants to challenge the reputation of underwhelming stadium food by bringing high-quality burgers to the stands. In an interview with the Sunday Mail, he said: 'There has always been the opinion that food at sports stadiums is never good, but that ain't got to be the case. 'People know that Snoop is a cook, and I would love to bring a pop-up burger to a sports stadium to show fans that food at stadiums can be good. 'It's got to be Celtic Park, man, I mean, where else am I going to bring it?" READ MORE: Celtic's Greg Taylor 'agrees' PAOK deal but deadline set to overcome last hurdle Snoop, whose real name is Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr, described the secret to a great burger as being all in the preparation. He said: 'The secret to a good burger is the love in the preparation. "The ground beef has got to be mixed with some secret spices, then add a good quality cheese and some maple-cured bacon. 'The Celtic fans are gonna love it, and to make sure they are just right, Snoop is going to be serving them himself.' A self-confessed foodie, Snoop has appeared on numerous cooking shows alongside Martha Stewart and even authored a best-selling cookbook titled From Crook to Cook: Platinum Recipes from Tha Boss Dogg's Kitchen. He's now set his sights on Scotland, revealing he hopes to open a restaurant in Glasgow with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. The rap icon revealed: 'I have told him I want to open a restaurant with him, and maybe it might even be in Glasgow. 'For real – we are always swapping cooking tips, and I do mean swapping. 'It's not just one-way traffic, I send him tips as well – he respects Snoop as a chef." READ MORE: Major roads in Glasgow to close for 17 hours for Tour of Britain cycling final However, the California rapper has no plans to take the burger venture across the city to Celtic's rivals. When asked whether he'd consider bringing his burgers to Ibrox, Snoop replied: 'Am I going to bring my burgers to Rangers as well? Nah, I think we will give that a miss!' Celtic Park is already known for embracing bold flavours and street food innovation. In 2023, Smokey Trotters Kitchen, a popular Glasgow eatery from the Barras Market, served up Katsu Fries—chips topped with salt and chilli chicken, cheese, curry sauce, crispy onions, and coriander. Dishes like Scheme Poutine, loaded with haggis, cheese, crispy onions and peppercorn sauce, have also become fan favourites. Snoop, who last performed in Glasgow in 2023, has been a vocal supporter of Celtic since their run to the 2003 UEFA Cup Final, and this latest venture deepens his connection to the club and its fans.
Glasgow Times
02-06-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
New Rangers spot, Walters Bar, to open soon in Rutherglen
Walter's Bar will take over the premises of the former Gorman's Bar at 33 Queen Street in Rutherglen. The upcoming venue promises to be more than just a traditional pub—it aims to become a hub for Rangers supporters and a celebration of the club's history. READ MORE: Ibrox legend spotted partying at popular Glasgow Rangers bar The official social media account for the bar teased the launch with a bold message: "Something's coming to Rutherglen… "Loud. Loyal. Unapologetically blue. "This isn't just a pub – it's a movement. "Walter's Bar is on its way, and we're not here to whisper about it. We're here to make noise." Excited fans flooded the comments with enthusiasm. One wrote: "Here we go yaaaaas,' while another added: 'This is fantastic news, made my night hearing this tonight.' A third simply said: 'Buzzing.' The announcement quickly gained traction after being shared by the popular Rangers fan page Ibrox Radio, which boasts over 40,000 followers. Within hours, the post had attracted more than 70 comments filled with anticipation. While the bar's official inspiration hasn't been confirmed, it is believed that Walter's Bar is named in tribute to legendary former Rangers manager, the late Walter Smith. Smith took charge of Rangers in 1991, succeeding Graeme Souness, and led the club to unprecedented success, winning 13 major trophies in seven years, including seven consecutive league titles. After a spell managing the Scotland national team, where he notably lifted them 70 places in the FIFA World Rankings, Smith returned to Rangers in 2007 and added eight more trophies to his collection. READ MORE: Walter Smith: The boyhood Rangers fan from Carmyle who became the King of Ibrox He guided the team to the 2008 UEFA Cup Final before retiring in 2011. Walter Smith remains the second-most successful manager in Rangers' history, behind only Bill Struth, and is deeply revered by fans across generations. Walter's Bar is expected to become a gathering place that honours his legacy while offering a new home for passionate Rangers supporters in the heart of Rutherglen.
The Herald Scotland
13-05-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Mourinho makes claim about Celtic's 2003 UEFA Cup final performance
Porto eventually emerged as 3-2 victors in the match despite Henrik Larsson levelling the tie on two separate occasions. Read more: Mourinho recently spoke highly of Scottish football, having completed his UEFA B Licence with the SFA at Largs when he was a young coach. He said [ "Even around 30 years later I still feel that connection because it was an important part of my formation. "When I remember Scotland growing up, I remember the Scotland I loved as a fan. I was following World Cups and I remember that generations of the likes of Graeme Souness and Alan Hansen. "When I remember Scotland growing up, I remember the Scotland I loved as a fan. I was following World Cups and I remember that generations of the likes of Graeme Souness and Alan Hansen. "Then later on, I played Celtic in the UEFA Cup Final and that was the match that put my heart-rate at the highest it had ever been because of the intensity, the spirit, the determination of that team. So hard, so difficult to play against. I think it's part of the Scottish culture." Mourinho encountered Celtic's city rivals, Rangers, earlier this season, although his Fenerbahce side lost on penalties after a 3-3 aggregate draw.
