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Craig Levein deserves huge credit for the job he is doing at Tynecastle.

Steven Thompson: There are plenty of reasons why Hearts bandwagon won't come off the rails

THE big question on everyone’s lips at the moment is whether Hearts can maintain their challenge at the top of the table. And I have to say, I don’t see why not.

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02/09/18 LADBROKES PREMIERSHIP. CELTIC V RANGERS (1-0). CELTIC PARK - GLASGOW . Celtic's Kristoffer Ajer (right) exchanges words with Rangers' Allan McGregor after they come together on the deck.

Steven Thompson: Letting Allan McGregor off was incredible, SFA must explain decisions or be open to ridicule

I came home on Sunday night after poring over footage of Allan McGregor kicking out at Kristoffer Ajer for Sportscene, and my wee boy asked me ‘are you allowed to do that?’ I replied that no, you certainly are not, but with the SFA’s shambolic disciplinary process it appears we are now telling our youngsters that it is ok to kick somebody on the pitch.

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30/08/18 UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE PLAY-OFF ROUND 2ND LEG. FC UFA V RANGERS (1-1 (AGG - 1-2)) . UFA - RUSSIA . Rangers' Alfredo Morelos is shown a red card by referee Tobias Stieler.

Steven Thompson: Rangers should start Kyle Lafferty ahead of Alfredo Morelos against Celtic

LET me start by stating what an achievement it was for Rangers to get through to the Europa League group stages, particularly given the circumstances by which they got there. Not only did they have four qualification rounds to navigate, but their performance to see the game out against Ufa in Russia with nine men was heroic.

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23/08/18 UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE PLAY - OFF ROUND 1ST LEG. FK SUDUVA V CELTIC . MARIJAMPOLE - LITHUANIA . Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers.

Steven Thompson: Complacent Celtic now visibly frustrating Brendan Rodgers as he criticises players

THE post-match comments from Brendan Rodgers after Celtic’s draw with FK Suduva on Thursday night should have alarm bells ringing among the club’s supporters. I’ve never heard him so low.

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14/08/18 UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE QUALIFYING THIRD ROUND QUALIFIER 2nd LEG. AEK ATHENS v CELTIC (2-1 - AGG 3-2) . ATHENS - GREECE. Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers.

Steven Thompson: A tale of two recruitment strategies that could see Rangers narrow title race with Celtic

A couple of weeks back in this column, I predicted that Celtic would win the title this season with something to spare. I stand by that prediction, but the opening to the season has pointed to the race being a fair bit closer than I had expected.

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AEK's Victor Klonaridis celebrates scoring the equaliser

Steven Thompson: Celtic should be bending over backwards to keep Brendan Rodgers happy

CELTIC look to be playing a dangerous game not only when it comes to qualification for the Champions League group stages this season, but also when it comes to keeping their manager happy.

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13/05/18 LADBROKES PREMIERSHIP. CELTIC v ABERDEEN. CELTIC PARK - GLASGOW . Celtic's Scott Brown lifts the Ladbrokes Premiership trophy.

Steven Thompson: Celtic will win the league, but don't expect a 'Treble Treble'

THE new league season is upon us, and l think it promises to be fascinating.

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Odsonne Edouard of Celtic celebrates

Steven Thompson: Is Odsonne Edouard ready to be the main man for Celtic?

THERE may have been those who baulked a bit when Celtic splashed out £9million on Odsonne Edouard in the summer, smashing their transfer record in the process, but suddenly it is looking like money well spent.

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Alfredo Morelos claims for a penalty during the first leg against FK Shkupi at Ibrox

Steven Thompson: Misfiring Morelos highlights Rangers' need to bolster attack

STEVEN Gerrard’s post-match comments after the goalless draw with FK Shkupi in Macedonia were refreshing in their candour.

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John McGinn could be on his way to Celtic Park.

Steven Thompson: Swift resolution to John McGinn Celtic saga best for all parties

THE John McGinn transfer saga between Hibernian and Celtic looks set to rumble on a little while yet, but it would be in the best interests of both clubs – and St Mirren – if the negotiations were brought to a speedy conclusion.

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