EXCLUSIVE: Irn-Bru ready to put more fizz into cup with new sponsorship deal
The SPFL is in talks with Irn-Bru to extend their sponsorship of the Challenge Cup.
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Peterhead boss McInally calls for heads to roll at SPFL over latest Irn-Bru Cup ‘farce’
Peterhead boss Jim McInally has called on the SPFL’s competitions working group to resign over the latest Irn-Bru Cup debacle.
Dunlop upbeat after debut for Peterhead in Irn-Bru Cup
Mick Dunlop was relieved to finally make his Peterhead debut – even if it ended in defeat.
Irn-Bru Cup: Formartine pride despite 2-1 defeat on penalties to Coleraine
Formartine United player-manager Paul Lawson was proud of his side after their agonising Irn-Bru Challenge Cup defeat.
Balmoor boss McInally will enjoy Irn-Bru Cup clash with Bohemians – no, really
He may be an outspoken critic of the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup but Peterhead manager Jim McInally insists their tie with Bohemians is something to savour.
Coleraine forward McCauley ‘excited’ about hosting Formartine United in cross-nation Irn-Bru Cup clash
Coleraine's Darren McCauley says they are “excited” to be playing Formartine United in the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup.
Formartine United chief says Irn-Bru Cup tie in Ireland is almost like a European tie
Colin Grant says he never thought he would see the day when Formartine United were facing a team from another country.
Peterhead’s McLean aims to make most of Irn-Bru Cup ‘free hit’ against League of Ireland’s Bohemians
“Daft but different” is Russell McLean’s view of the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup.
Peterhead’s McInally pleased fizz taken out of row as Irn-Bru fixture fixed
Peterhead manager Jim McInally hopes a lesson has been learned after their Irn-Bru Challenge Cup fixture fiasco was resolved.
Irn-Bru Cup: Formartine boss Lawson hails Irish challenge after Coleraine draw
Formartine United player-manager Paul Lawson described their Irn-Bru Challenge Cup tie with Coleraine as “exciting”.
Northern Irish opposition for Formartine in Challenge Cup
Formartine United and Peterhead were handed foreign ties in the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup.
Injury-hit Cove pay the penalty against Montrose in Irn-Bru Cup
Cove Rangers boss John Sheran pointed to his knackered squad and a bit of bad luck after they exited the Irn-Bru Cup to Montrose.
Cove captain Watson raring to go in Irn-Bru Cup against Montrose
Cove Rangers captain Eric Watson is eager to get back into action at the heart of the defence – starting tonight in the Irn–Bru Challenge Cup against Montrose.
Lawson hails Gethins for crucial Irn-Bru Cup strike
Player-manager Paul Lawson had praise for matchwinner Conor Gethins after his goal sent Formartine United through to the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup second round.
Irn-Bru Cup: Inverurie Locos’ Reid spot on to edge out Fraserburgh
Inverurie Locos boss Neil Cooper hailed goalie Andy Reid after his penalty save helped them into the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup first round.
Fraserburgh and Inverurie Locos to fight it out tonight for Irn-Bru Cup place
Both Inverurie Locos and Fraserburgh have their sights set on an Irn-Bru Challenge Cup run to remember – but only one can reach round one of the competition.
Dons colts draw Raith Rovers in Challenge Cup
Aberdeen colts have been paired with Raith Rovers in the first round of the Irn-Bru Challenge Cup.
Highland bosses in a fizz after Irn-Bru Cup rule change means play-off for place
Neil Cooper and Mark Cowie have expressed their disappointment at having to take part in a play-off to get into next season’s Challenge Cup.
McInally wary of Annan threat despite two wins over the Dumfries outfit
Peterhead are aiming to make it a hat-trick of wins against Annan Athletic this season.
Comfortable win for Crusaders in Irn-Bru Cup but Cove boss Sheran left frustrated at goals
Cove Rangers manager John Sheran was disappointed his team’s display as they exited the Irn-Bru Cup with a 3-0 defeat to Northern Ireland side Crusaders.
McInally rues lack of fizz as Peterhead fail to take chances in Irn-Bru Cup against Inverness
Peterhead manager Jim McInally was left to rue a lack of ruthlessness in attack as his side were beaten 3-0 by Inverness Caley Thistle in the Irn-Bru Cup third round.
Cove aiming to put Northern Ireland side Crusaders to the sword in cup battle at Forfar
John Sheran and his players are looking forward to making history with Cove Rangers tomorrow.
Striker Megginson won’t grumble if Cove Rangers are ready to rumble against Turriff
Cove Rangers striker Mitch Megginson wants to continue his and the team’s great start to the season against Turriff United tonight.
Ross could make debut in Cove Rangers’ Evening Express Aberdeenshire Cup tie with Keith
New Cove Rangers signing Scott Ross could make his debut for the club in tonight’s Evening Express Aberdeenshire Cup quarter-final against Keith.
New signing McIlduff gives Peterhead boss McInally perfect debut in Irn-Bru Cup
Peterhead manager Jim McInally praised new signing Aidan McIlduff as the Blue Toon reached the Irn-Bru Cup third round with a 2-0 win over Annan Athletic.
Young Dons boss Sheerin stays upbeat despite Irn-Bru Cup exit
Aberdeen under-20s manager Paul Sheerin was taking positives from their Irn-Bru Cup exit.
Kris Hunter rues one that got away as Hearts U20s leave it late against Formartine United in Irn-Bru Cup
Formartine United manager Kris Hunter was pleased with his team’s performance but disappointed with the referee as they lost 3-2 after extra-time to Hearts under-20s in the Irn-Bru Cup first round.
Cove Rangers ace Megginson aiming to stun Stenhousemuir at home in Irn-Bru Cup
Mitch Megginson believes Cove Rangers can cause Stenhousemuir problems in the Irn-Bru Cup tonight.
Highland League champions Buckie Thistle look to edge out Brechin in Irn-Bru Cup
Buckie Thistle boss Graeme Stewart is hoping his side can cause a stir against Brechin City.
Peterhead boss McInally cites case for the defence ahead of tricky Irn-Bru Cup trip to New Bayview
Peterhead manager Jim McInally faces a centre-back dilemma ahead of tonight’s Irn-Bru Cup tie at East Fife.