Scottish Football Association

Governing body of football in Scotland

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The Scottish Football Association is the governing body of football in Scotland and has the ultimate responsibility for the control and development of football in Scotland. Members of the SFA include clubs in Scotland, affiliated national associations as well as local associations. It was formed in 1873, making it the second oldest national football association in the world. It is not to be confused with the Scottish Football Union, which is the name that the SRU was known by until the 1920s.

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Abuse of ref chief 'despicable' - Livi manager Livingston manager David Martindale criticises the"despicable" abuse aimed at outgoing Scottish FA head of referees Crawford Allan. BBC Sport - Published on March 28, 2024
Scottish referee boss Allan to leave post in summer Scotland's head of referees, Crawford Allan, is to leave his post this summer as the Scottish FA conducts a review of the role amid VAR controversies. BBC Sport - Published on March 18, 2024
Rodgers to defend himself 'vigorously' over charge Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers intends to defend himself "vigorously" after he was charged by the Scottish FA over his criticism of officials. BBC Sport - Published on March 8, 2024

Celtic's Rodgers charged over officials criticism Brendan Rodgers will face a Scottish FA hearing after being charged over his strong criticism of officials after Celtic's defeat by Heart of Midlothian. BBC Sport - Published on March 6, 2024
SFA agrees VAR error made over handball - St Mirren St Mirren say the Scottish FA's referee department agrees there should have been an on-field review of the decision not to give them a penalty at Ross County. BBC Sport - Published on February 29, 2024
Hibs say SFA accept 'serious VAR error' in Aberdeen draw Hibernian say the Scottish FA acknowledge a "serious error" was made to not award them with a penalty in their 2-2 draw at Aberdeen on Saturday. BBC Sport - Published on February 19, 2024

Big increase in wrong VAR calls, finds review panel Thirteen decisions are deemed incorrect by the Scottish FA's VAR independent review panel during the second round of Premiership fixtures. BBC Sport - Published on February 15, 2024
Dundee demand answers as Mellon released from hospital Dundee have demanded action from the Scottish FA over delays to stopping play after a serious head knock to striker Michael Mellon. BBC Sport - Published on February 12, 2024
Bournemouth owner Foley cleared to invest in Hibs The Scottish FA clears the way for Bournemouth owner Bill Foley to become a minority investor in Hibernian. BBC Sport - Published on January 30, 2024
Union 'condemns impugning' of referees' integrity The Scottish referees' union "strongly condemn any commentary impugning" the integrity of officials following a recent meeting between the Scottish FA and Rangers. BBC Sport - Published on January 6, 2024

SFA hits back in Rangers VAR row he Scottish FA has said it is 'disappointed' at Rangers' statements after the club's meeting with the governing body over the Old Firm VAR row. BBC Sport - Published on January 4, 2024
Rangers 'perplexed and concerned' with SFA over penalty decision Rangers say the Scottish FA is showing an "unacceptable lack of transparency" over the handling of the Old Firm penalty decision. BBC Sport - Published on December 31, 2023
Rangers ask for VAR audio release after Celtic loss Rangers ask the Scottish FA to make VAR audio available in the lead up to what they believe was a penalty denied as they lost 2-1 to Celtic. BBC Sport - Published on December 30, 2023	'Are Germany ready for the Tartan Army?' Steve Clarke and Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell react to Scotland's Euro 2024 draw, which includes an opener with hosts Germany. BBC Sport - Published on December 2, 2023
Three VAR decisions wrong, says review panel Three decisions are deemed incorrect by by the Scottish FA's VAR independent review panel following the first round of Scottish Premiership fixtures. BBC Sport - Published on November 24, 2023	No SFA request for VAR audio from Spain loss The Scottish FA has not asked Uefa for the audio of the match officials in the defeat by Spain amid confusion over Scotland's disallowed goal, says president Mike Mulraney. BBC Sport - Published on October 14, 2023
Scottish FA seek VAR answers after Spain defeat The Scottish FA is writing to Uefa seeking clarification on Scotland's disallowed goal in Thursday's 2-0 loss to Spain. BBC Sport - Published on October 13, 2023	Scotland favour 'traditional route' to Euro 2028 Qualification for Euro 2028 has "got to be the aim" for Scotland after they were confirmed as co-hosts, says the SFA chief executive Ian Maxwell. BBC Sport - Published on October 10, 2023
Scotland 'can be a leader' for equality - Corsie Captain Rachel Corsie believes the understanding reached between the women's squad and Scottish FA sets a "great precedent" for success. BBC Sport - Published on September 18, 2023	Hampden bids to host European final in 2026 or 2027 The Scottish FA registers official interest in Hampden Park staging a Uefa club competition final in 2026 or 2027. BBC Sport - Published on July 18, 2023
Hampden rebuild 'not going to happen' - SFA chief A rebuild of Hampden Park is "not going to happen" in the current economic climate, Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell admits. BBC Sport - Published on June 24, 2023	'It's a good thing to be a Scotland fan again' Head coach Steve Clarke has done "incredible" work in his four years with Scotland, Scottish FA chief executive Ian Maxwell says. BBC Sport - Published on June 24, 2023
'Still got a way to go with VAR' - SFA chief The Scottish FA chief executive admits there is still "a way to go" with the use of video assistant referees. BBC Sport - Published on May 22, 2023	Rangers' coach McPherson gets six-game headbutt ban Rangers Women coach Craig McPherson is banned for six games by the Scottish FA after headbutting Celtic manager Fran Alonso. BBC Sport - Published on April 13, 2023
Rangers 'astonished' as SFA backs Morelos decision Rangers are "astonished" that the Scottish FA has backed the decision to disallow a goal scored by Alfredo Morelos in Saturday's Old Firm derby. BBC Sport - Published on April 10, 2023	SFA consider VAR specialists amid controversy The Scottish FA are considering the use of specialist video assistant referees as one of several options to improve the use of the technology in the Scottish Premiership. BBC Sport - Published on March 21, 2023
Dundee United to request SPFL & SFA talks on VAR Dundee United are seeking an urgent meeting with Scottish Premiership clubs, the Scottish FA and referees' representatives to discuss VAR. BBC Sport - Published on March 20, 2023	Abusive culture towards refs getting worse - Allan The Scottish FA's head of refereeing warns the abuse of officials is leading to some quitting the role. BBC Sport - Published on February 14, 2023
SFA appoints performance manager for women & girls Michael McArdle is appointed performance manager for girls' and women's football at the Scottish FA. BBC Sport - Published on December 22, 2022	SFA contacts Corsie to clarify abuse claims The Scottish FA contacts Scotland captain Rachel Corsie over allegations of non-physical abuse within the women's national camp. BBC Sport - Published on December 18, 2022
Scotland women's team make legal challenge to SFA Scotland captain Rachel Corsie will lead a legal challenge against the Scottish Football Association over equal pay and conditions. BBC Sport - Published on December 16, 2022	'VAR doing what it's supposed to' - SFA's Maxwell VAR "is working", insists Ian Maxwell, although the Scottish FA chief executive admits there are concerns over speed and communication. BBC Sport - Published on November 30, 2022
Scotland fined for jeering Israel national anthem and 'inappropriate flag' Fifa fines the Scottish FA £8,000 for fans booing the Israeli national anthem at Hampden and the display of an inappropriate flag. BBC Sport - Published on November 4, 2021	Faroe Islands v Scotland: Che Adams misses out for visitors through injury Southampton striker Che Adams will miss Scotland's World Cup qualifier against Faroe Islands on Tuesday, the Scottish FA confirms. BBC Sport - Published on October 11, 2021
Scotland's Billy Gilmour to miss final Euro 2020 group game after positive COVID test Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour will miss the team's final Euro 2020 Group D match against Croatia after testing positive for COVID-19, the Scottish FA has confirmed. Sky News - Published on June 21, 2021