Scottish football: Rangers frustration and injury updates
Olwethu Makhanya criticizes Rangers' performance, while Celtic manager Martin O'Neill discusses Jota's return from injury.
The Courier
Rangers player Olwethu Makhanya has voiced his frustration following the team's 2-2 draw with Hearts at Tynecastle. The late-goal scorer claimed the side looked "leggy" in the second half and showed a "lack of character" after the break.
Meanwhile, Celtic manager Martin O'Neill has indicated that winger Jota, 27, will require more time before he is ready to start matches following his recovery from a long-term injury. O'Neill noted that the point earned in their 2-2 draw with Dundee United could prove vital as the season progresses.
Aberdeen face a nervous wait ahead of Saturday's League Cup semi-final against Rangers. Right-back Chris Cadden, 30, is a concern after limping off during the 1-0 defeat to Falkirk on Wednesday.
In other news, Uefa has issued a warning to Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli for causing a delayed kick-off in a recent draw with Slovenia. Additionally, Scotland Under-21 coach Tony Docherty and assistant Steven Naismith have received one-match touchline bans following a scuffle during their away win against Bulgaria.