Evening Times

Match Up Camara Will Be Rapped for Kick

RANGERS defender Gregory Vignal has indicated he expects Celtic's Henri Camara to be punished for his part in last month's stormy Old Firm derby. Two players - Camara and Rangers striker Nacho Novo - face disciplinary action by the SFA tomorrow following separate flashpoints.

Match Up

It's Hot Stuff Ahead at Best Show in Town Premier Analysis: No Let- Up for Rangers As They Look Forward to Uefa Cup Adventure and Another Tussle with Celtic

GETTING to know you, getting to know all about you might be a line from an old song, but it is no new trick or adventure, as far as the Old Firm clubs are concerned. Through the guts of the past 100 years, Celtic and Rangers have been locked in a pursuit for supremacy, yet this season's rivalry is shaping as one of the most intense in the history of their campaigns.

Stop the Talking and Start Spending Premier Analysis: The Moment of Truth

FOR Celtic chairman Brian Quinn there is simply no hiding place from reminders of what has to be done. That includes when he is sitting watching his side win 2-0 at Dunfermline to reclaim top spot in the SPL.

Hartson Agent in Celtic Talks O'neill Handed List of Terms to Extend Deal

CELTIC today took their first significant step towards re- signing John Hartson. The striker's agent, Jonathan Barnett, confirmed he held contract talks this morning with Hoops boss Martin O'Neill.

Airdrie

Diamonds boss Sandy Stewart reckons his side's 0-0 draw with St Johnstone was a case of two dropped points: "It wasn't what we have been used to in the last three or four games and we are disappointed at not getting the three points. But for me that shows how far we've come in the last month or so.

Stan Is Up for the Cup

CELTIC star Stilian Petrov reckons new year cheer will prevail when Rangers first foot in their Scottish Cup third round clash on January 8 or 9. The dust has barely settled on the last ugly meeting between the Old Firm and the talented midfielder has urged both sides to focus on football rather than making war.

Boum: I'll Be the Big Daddy

FRENCH ace Jean-Alain Boumsong today set his sights on beating the man he has grown to love like a father. Rangers' star defender will shake off a dead leg injury to line up against former club Auxerre in the Uefa Cup decider on Wednesday night at Ibrox.

Hamilton

Accies coach Allan Maitland feels his side's 1-0 victory over Raith Rovers has turned the heat up on Partick Thistle ahead of Saturday's Firhill clash: "We needed to be going there on the back of a win and we have done that. I would say that has given us a psychological advantage now.

Sunday Best for Cup

THE Old Firm will play their Tennent's Scottish Cup tie on Sunday January 9 with a 12.15 kick off, live on Sky. For safety reasons, the SFA had ruled out playing the third round game on the Friday - even before the clubs were drawn together.

We Need All the Help We Can Get Celtic Skipper Jackie On Cash 'Pledge'

CELTIC captain Jackie McNamara is confident Martin O'Neill will get money to spend in the January transfer window. The Hoops veteran is hopeful that weekend revelations, that funds are available at Parkhead for up to three new signings, come to fruition.

Mjallby Will Come Good

JOHAN MJALLBY has been tipped to make his mark in La Liga - and silence his growing army of critics. The Swedish defender has suffered a catalogue of injuries since moving from Celtic to Levante in the summer. But the Valencia-based club's president, Pedro Villarroel Guzman, is backing the 33-year- old to have the last laugh.

Hibs Face Sfa Fine

THE SFA look set to hit Hibs hard after their fans again let them down. A cigarette lighter was thrown from the crowd after a touchline flareup between Hibs' Garry O'Connor and Chris Clark of Aberdeen, during the 2-1 victory for the Easter Road club - a win that puts them just four points behind third-top Dons.

Bo-Go for Gers Target

RANGERS will this week clinch the signing of 22-year-old Manchester United winger Bojan Djordjic. Rangers are also reported to be interested in Hibs captain Ian Murray before his contract runs out in the summer. With five Premiership clubs already hot on the trail of the 23-year-old, the Easter Road club are expected to cash in during the January transfer window.

Match Up

SPOT CLAIM: Nacho Novo goes down in the area after after a trip SPOT ON: The Spanish hit man makes no mistake as he converts the early opportunity to put Rangers well in the driving seat BRIGHT & EARLY: the game had only just restarted from the penalty goal before Dado Prso made it two BOB THE BUILDER:

Danny Bhoy in Awe at Rangers' Catch Up Wayne Wins Over Italy

CELTIC great Danny McGrain is surprised Rangers have mounted a serious challenge to the Hoops. He said: "A month ago we were seven points in front and I never expected it to be so tight. Seven points is a lot to catch up but Rangers have done it. I'm sure a lot of people in Scotland are delighted they have caught Celtic.

Big Eck Out to Scratch Five-Year Itch

United Kid's Aye Ready

RANGERS will this week clinch the signing of 22-year-old Manchester United winger Bojan Djordjic . Rangers are also reported to be interested in Hibs captain Ian Murray before his contract runs out in the summer. With five Premiership clubs already hot on the trail of the 23-year-old, the Easter Road club are expected to cash in during the January transfer window.

Richie Up for Seven

MOTHERWELL starlet Richie Foran today warned his team-mates to keep their feet on the ground after recording their sixth consecutive victory. He said: "The main thing is that we aren't conceding many goals and scoring a few so we are getting the results at the moment without playing all that great.

What the Papers Say

In the English Press: Arsenal, Chelsea and Real Madrid in 25m fight to sign Liverpool's Steven Gerrard.