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He put some effort in to righting an administrative c**k up. What Scotty said in this thread appears quite widespread: Scottish fans having issues because they did not have a Police Letter from England or Wales. Hopefully Kenny’s efforts will have helped other fans in the same position.

That’s most of the best defence in League 1 secured for next season: Munro, Macleod, Devine and Savage. It’s a step up in standard for them but Devine and Savage have been there, done that before. A very positive development.

That looks better, a team and two subs Paul Allan Ben Corner Daniel Devine Shae Keogh Luis Longstaff Adam Mackinnon Calum MacLeod Ross Munro Logan Ross Remi Savage Graeme Shinnie Liam Sole Sam Thompson

Indeed it is

You're asking the wrong person...😊

Well C100, you’re asking the wrong person, this should be put directly at the custodians in charge and responsible for managing the affairs of the club. To me that is the owner, the CEO, the board and the security manager. If you take in any of my earlier posts you will have noticed my thoughts on getting those responsible for match safety and control. For what it is worth here my main views. # Deduct points - as it’s the only way to get complacent, lazy and negligent attitudes changed. # Install cameras at all entrances to assist with identifying profiles, clothing and physical features of all entering fans. # Have match crowd control risk assessment undertaken and recorded for all matches with a police representative identifying the risks and preventative measures required. Include a Supporter Trust member (not on the board). # Provide proper levels of match stewarding (not the minimum cost package). # Have a police attendant as part of high profile (risk) matches to assist the club security manager. # Advise the security manager to take a concealed phone to record all match control meetings, where in the event he is told to ignore any concerns he may raise, he can provide evidence in the event any incident results in any corporate or individual legal action. Any use? bc

Kenny is finally on his way.

That’s great news 😄

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZe7bNKAJvM/?igsh=ejN0dmR4eWgyeHc= Remi signs for another year

Well Cherly, I'd agree that the fines are paltry especially in Celtics case where the fine is about 2 days pay for one of their top players. However you've not given us any clues as to how you would sort the issue? It's not my field but trying to rectify the problem will not be easy. Firstly identifying culprits as we see these days is nigh on impossible unless they are physically caught! A fence all the way round the pitch is unreasonable and very costly! extra stewarding is expensive and fans will get past most of the corpulent stewards i've seen here. So what do we do? Is there a way of getting to the lads with letters handed to them with maybe the players asking them to avoid pitch invasion? I really don't know! Over to you!

I think the SPFL have run away from their responsibilities again here. The disciplinary punishment handed down to the offending clubs is paltry and simply puts this problem into a cupboard under the stair (put it out of sight so to speak), until it happens again at any of the top two divisions in our country. It is all so predictable with clubs pleading “you’ll ruin and hurt us (and YOU) if you fine or deduct us points!”. And the SPFL not wanting to ‘rock the boat’ by addressing the problem and hoping the Police or Scottish Government don’t force their hand. The punishment imposed on Celtic is bordering on the ridiculous. It presents no deterrent in my mind to the mindless thugs that enjoy courtship by these major clubs (Celtic here). Ie they want their money, noise and fear factor and tacitly accept the risk they will invade the pitch now and again. Fingers crossed no one gets harmed or maimed. In my club’s case ICTFC, they have been allowed to get off with next to no consequential penalty impact or imposition whatsoever. - I’m not celebrating this as unlike what was said by Scott Young after our Ned’s pitch invasion that ‘lessons to be learned’, thats precisely what we failed to do from the relegation match against the Accies in 2024! I expect our CEO and board to smile (“we got away with that Hey”) and just carry on regardless! In my book is ‘No pain - no gain’. I will continue to argue the case that until our club show clear steps of acting more professionally both on and off the park we will be unable to progress as a serious football operation. bc

Seems really daft to be honest, especially as he seems to have higher security screening than most folk in place and was already in the USA on the same ESTA a few months ago. Reading between the lines, and from one comment he made in the last few days seems to be a bit of a glitch where some people have been caught out because the system flagged they didn't have the (English) ACPO check even if they did have the Police Scotland version. I did see his video earlier where he was on the wrong train platform and blamed Grassa Hoping he does saunter up to the desk in the embassy and jupe the queue like Matt Lucas, preferably wearing his kilt so he can go straight to Gatwick when it gets approved. Sending good vibes his way.

As someone born and raised in Southampton...my time to shine!

Can't really complain - except when you look at how lightly Celtic have been punished. Their suspended closure in relation to the Hearts game is for just 1,000 seats rather than half a stand. Half of our North Stand is more than 1,000 seats. OK, we don't fill the North Stand, but who's to say it might not be a lot fuller in 2 years time. Celtic have been fined a token £7,500. In terms of a proportion of their annual turnover it is significantly less than our fine. Celtic's "punishment" for a combination of a pitch incursion and the illegal use of pyrotechnics at Motherwell is just £2,500 plus a tiny reduction in ticket allocation for one game. Celtic have form. It is time they were punished in a way that would make the club think seriously about dealing with their moronic supporters.

Yes it’s pretty light, especially closing half the North Stand 😂

He posted a live update this afternoon and he’s an appointment at the US Embassy at 0730 tomorrow and his Police Certificate is clean, so fingers crossed for him. He’s been supported by Jamie Stone who got Douglas Alexander to meet the US Ambassador on behalf of all the fans who have been caught up in it. And other than being mainly County fans, the Torridon guys are good guys as is their music.

With apologies for posting this in the Caley Thistle Forum, but Ryan Christie is at the World Cup, this is being run by the Supporters Trust, and we wanted to maximise awareness of tis unique opportunity.... The World Cup is here and we’re giving you the chance to win a unique piece of football memorabilia. Win a stunning framed display featuring signed shirts from football legends Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo, complete with a certificate of authenticity issued by R.O.D Sport Memorabilia. Every entry helps support fan-led initiatives and strengthens the Trust's standing with the football club and the local community. By taking part, you're helping the Trust continue its work on behalf of supporters. Tickets are only £5. Entries close on Sunday 19th July at 7pm, with the draw taking place on Monday 20th July. Enter now: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/messi-ronaldo-signed-framed-shirts-draw Two of the greatest ever. One unforgettable prize! Thank you for your support. ICT Supporters Trust

With training almost certainly starting next week - the first pre-season friendly is just 16 days away - we can but hope tomorrow is when we find out about our squad. Failing that, someone has to follow the convoy out of the Stadium on Monday and then hide behind a tree and report their findings here.

What a heel! 👞. Meant the ‘soul’ or heart of the game 😁

It's not looking good for him! Scotland fan missing World Cup opener says Trump should 'return the hospitality'

https://spfl.co.uk/news/spfl-disciplinary-outcomes-51262 I'd say we've got off lightly here but let's hope we don't encounter more idiots causing trouble again 🙄. Closure of 50% of the North Stand for one SPFL match, suspended until 30 June 2028, to be triggered by a significant pitch incursion by home fans at a future home SPFL match Fine of £1,000

Ben Corner, Shae Keogh and Sam Thompson have signed one year contract extensions and are now part of the first team squad. Inverness Caledonian Thistle FC can confirm that ICTFC Academy graduates Ben Corner, Shae Keogh and Sam Thompson have all signed new one-year contract extensions and have been promoted to the club’s first-team squad. The trio’s progression underlines the club’s continued commitment to developing young talent and providing a clear pathway from the ICTFC Academy into first-team football. Ben Corner, 19, signed his first professional contract with the club in 2024. After returning from a serious knee injury, he gained valuable senior experience during a loan spell with Highland League side Clachnacuddin FC last season. Shae Keogh, 19, also signed his first professional contract with the club in 2024. He continued his development with two loan spells at Highland League champions Brora Rangers FC, playing his part in their title-winning campaign. Sam Thompson, 19, signed his first professional contract last summer and similarly benefited from regular senior football while on loan at Brora Rangers FC last season during their championship-winning season. Charlie Christie said: “Huge credit to these three young ICT Academy players that they have now made the transition into our first team squad for this coming season. Scott and Billy recognise the potential in all three and everyone at the club is hopeful that training on a daily basis with the first team will help them further develop.”

... and hoping that Kenny Smith gets his ESTA woes sorted out in time to fly out and watch the WC.

We’re selling the sole of the game we love it seems to me when each WC tournament comes around. The game football was created on the backs of the working class man. It was the outlet where these urban fiercely proud, hard grafting people (mines, shipbuilding and like) escaped and put aside for 90 minutes any domestic, money or personal worries. The rules were simple and both sets of players reflected the challenges their onlookers had in trying to overcome their opponents, (Fairly and on ability). The greed, corruption and commercialisation that infests the game today effective precludes the very fans that created the game are priced out of attending any match. Throw in VAR, water breaks (adverts), players that pride themselves in conning referees (cheating) and finally that the game has become an almost contactless sport! Heck I didn’t mean to rant on so much.🧐 I will attempt to follow Scotland without the hysteria that engulf our people at these times and hope they save face (don’t get gubbed). When I can’t watch the bbc I will avoid the commercial stations pre-match 3 hour build up, the 30 min half time and water break bookie and Christmas adverts. Finally - Hope every fan manages to avoid ICE agents and gets back home alive and safe. bc

mmm, I may tune in for Shakira :)