European Football · Thursday, October 1, 2026
Scotland: Pocognoli starts under pressure before 2026
Sébastien Pocognoli takes over the Scottish national team following Steve Clarke's departure, with the challenge of qualifying the Tartan Army for the 2026 World Cup.
By Editorial team
After defeats to Morocco and Brazil, Steve Clarke stepped down as Scotland's manager. Sébastien Pocognoli, a former Belgian coach, replaces him with a clear mandate: qualify Scotland for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. His promising start in Slovenia, despite a lack of goals, showed an attacking team. The new man in charge must now convince the Scottish public on home soil.