Scotcast - Could Gordon McQueen's death change football?
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An inquest has found repeatedly heading a football is 'likely' to have contributed to the brain disease which was a factor in the death of former Scotland international Gordon McQueen (pictured).
Ex-Dundee defender Jim Duffy and the BBC’s Chris McLaughlin debate whether the laws of football could change to protect players.
Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Martin Geissler.
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Published on Tuesday, 27th January 2026.
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