The Premier Sports Cup group stage delivered high drama, with Dundee facing an early exit after stunning upsets. St Johnstone snatched a late winner, while St Mirren and Ayr United delivered goal fests, setting a thrilling stage for the competition's progression.
The Scottish League Cup, now Premier Sports Cup, begins its 80th anniversary with a major broadcast deal. Forty teams compete in unique group stages, featuring intriguing rules and new managerial debuts across Scotland.
Blackburn Rovers secure former Arsenal full-back Ryan Alebiosu from KV Kortrijk on a three-year deal. The 23-year-old recently spent time on loan at St Mirren and is Rovers' second summer signing from the Belgian club.
Celtic FC secures 23-year-old Japanese defender Hayato Inamura on a four-year deal, their fourth summer signing. He'll wear iconic No. 25, previously worn by idol Shunsuke Nakamura, and aims to strengthen the Hoops' Scottish Premiership title defense.
