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Steve Clarke defends decision to sign bumper contract a month before shock Scotland exit

Clarke stepped down from his role as Scotland head coach immediately after Scotland’s group-stage exit from the World Cup was confirmed

The Independent UK

Rangers sign Ben Godfrey on loan as permanent transfer option included

Rangers complete Ben Godfrey on loan as permanent transfer option revealed on loan as permanent transfer option revealed

The National (Scotland)

Clarke insists Scotland were competitive as he reflects on World Cup

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Steve Clarke explains Scotland exit as he opens up on emotional decision

The National (Scotland)

SFA to cast net 'far and wide' as Ian Maxwell details early interest in job

Scottish FA to cast net 'far and wide' as Ian Maxwell reveals early interest in job

The National (Scotland)

Robertson pays heartfelt tribute to Steve Clarke and issues Tartan Army apology

The National (Scotland)

SFA boss messaged by interested managers hours after Steve Clarke quit as Scotland head coach

Ian Maxwell admitted Steve Clarke had made up his mind about his future after the Brazil defeat

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The Six Biggest Disappointments of the 2026 World Cup Group Stage

Several teams failed to show up on soccer’s grandest stage.

Sports Illustrated

Steve Clarke pays tribute to Scotland squad as he steps down after World Cup elimination

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The Independent UK

Why Scotland’s World Cup was a disaster

Scotland are out of the 2026 World Cup, having failed to progress from their group with Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti. But while nations like Cape Verde, Egypt, DR Congo, Bosnia, Canada, and South Africa have broken new ground, Steve Clarke's team exit having scored one single goal. Adam Clery looks…

The Independent UK

8 photos show Scotland squad leaving US after World Cup dream ends

THE Scotland team have been pictured leaving their hotel after it was confirmed that their World Cup dream has come to an end

The National (Scotland)

Sean Dyche asked if he would take Scotland job after Steve Clarke exit

Former Burnley boss Dyche had a playful answer when asked if he would be open to the Scotland role.

The National (Scotland)

Small-minded SFA must ditch parochial mentality if Scotland are to thrive

Search for a new coach after Steve Clarke’s shock resignation must look outside the country’s borders to avoid future World Cup disappointment

The Guardian - UK

The role Craig Mulholland is set to play in Scotland next manager search

The Scottish FA's Chief Football Officer will have a significant part to play in the process of finding Steve Clarke's replacement.

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King Charles calls on Tartan Army to 'cheer with full voice' for England in World Cup

KING Charles has called for the Tartan Army to put aside “traditional sporting rivalries” and “cheer with full voice” for England in the…

The Guardian - UK

England muddle on and Clarke checks out as World Cup moves up a gear

In today’s Football Daily: England labour past Panama and Steve Clarke calls time on his Scotland tenure

The National (Scotland)

Kris Boyd blames 'disgraceful' Steve Clarke criticism for his Scotland exit

Boyd reckons the abuse Clarke suffered after the World Cup could have forced him to walk.

Evening Standard

King offers ‘sincere commiserations’ to Scotland team after their World Cup exit

Charles said he hoped the team can ‘return home with proud hearts’ for the ‘joy’ they have given to so many.

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Why the SFA must look to a foreign coach to replace Steve Clarke as Scotland manager

Scotland have only had one foreign manager and the Berti Vogts' reign ended in disaster - but the SFA should look overseas to replace Steve…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney 'sorry' to see Steve Clarke step down as Scotland head coach

JOHN Swinney has said he is “sorry” to see Scotland’s head coach Steve Clarke step down following the team’s exit from this year’s…

Evening Standard

John Swinney ‘sorry’ to see Steve Clarke step down as Scotland head coach

Clarke led Scotland to three out of the last four major football tournaments – including their first World Cup since 1998.

The National (Scotland)

Inside Steve Clarke exit: Emotional chat, Mulholland missed chance and what's next

Clarke was one of Scotland's best statistically but his side's joyless World Cup showing was the final nail in the coffin after seven…

The Guardian - UK

World Cup 2026: England to face DRC, South Korea president blasts team – as it happened

England began preparing to face DR Congo in the last 32, Scotland’s Steve Clarke stepped down while Iran and South Korea went home

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Steve Clarke's highs and lows as Scotland manager as seven-year reign comes to an end

The Scotland boss leaves plenty of good memories behind after making qualification for major tournaments into a habit...with a few notable missteps along the way

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Manager Quits Minutes After Tournament Elimination Confirmed

Scotland’s first venture onto the world stage in 28 years ended at the earliest opportunity.

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