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Switzerland's Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo
Image caption, Granit Xhaka and Breel Embolo return after Covid certificate controversy

Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin never had any doubts about reinstating captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo to face Scotland as Raith Rovers face disciplinary action over a social media post aimed at Dunfermline Athletic's Neil Lennon.

Switzerland head coach Murat Yakin has insisted he never had any doubts about reinstating captain Granit Xhaka and striker Breel Embolo to face Scotland in the Nations League following an investigation into them obtaining fake Covid certificates. (The National)

Landry Kabore, who was told along with fellow forward Amadou Ba-Sy to show more desire and intensity on the pitch if they wanted to play in Wouter Vrancken's Heart of Midlothian side, could earn a fresh opportunity against Falkirk on Sunday after an energetic performance against Thun on Thursday. (Edinburgh Evening News)

Hearts winger Sabah Kerjota is determined to play against Falkirk on Sunday despite damaging his arm in Thursday's Conference League tie against Thun. (Edinburgh Evening News)

St Johnstone defender Bozo Mikulic has been dubbed by his head coach as the "unluckiest footballer in the world" after being forced off after only 14 minutes against Dundee having just returned to action following ACL, hamstring and calf injuries, broke his nose and sustained concussion in an aerial duel. (The Courier)

Dundee will play Livingston in a bounce game at Almondvale on Tuesday with head coach Steven Pressley admitting he may have to rethink his approach to away games after Saturday's defeat by St Johnstone. (The Courier)

Hollywood star Ewan McGregor was back at McDiarmid Park to watch a St Johnstone game – nearly three decades after being asked to leave for not wearing a tie. (The Courier)

Sir Alex Ferguson has recalled the terrifying moment his life was saved after suffering a brain haemorrhage, saying he would not be here without the NHS staff who cared for him. (Glasgow Times)

Raith Rovers are facing the prospect of possible disciplinary action over a social media post aimed at Dunfermline Athletic manager Neil Lennon after Friday's 0-0 draw in the Scottish Championship's Fife derby. (The Courier)

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