Scottish football, rugby hoping to move closer to return

Scottish football and rugby bosses will look for signs of encouragement from Government officials on Friday after the first sports were given approval to return in an easing of the lockdown.

Some non-contact outdoor leisure activities such as golf, tennis, bowls and fishing will be allowed to restart from Friday following an announcement from First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

One-to-one coaching for athletes is also allowed if it is outside and physical distancing is maintained.

Group training is still forbidden with all football activity in Scotland previously suspended until June 10.