"What manager is going to want to take on the challenge of managing that rubbish?" That was the question posed by Matthew, a BBC Sport Scotland audience member, during Kilmarnock's 2-1 loss against Dundee. Perhaps a bit harsh, but what would be the appeal of taking on this current Kilmarnock side? Missing five first-team players, with several key performers sold or released in the summer, including captain Kyle Vassell, they are plummeting down the table. With the club announcing on Wednesday they expect to appoint a new manager next week, are there any positives on the horizon to lift the gloom at Rugby Park?

Source: BBC December 31, 2025 17:30 UTC