Scotland eliminated from World Cup; Steve Clarke resigns as head coach
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Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Scotland has been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after failing to progress past the group stage. Their fate was confirmed following Ghana's loss to Croatia. This marks Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998, but they suffered defeats to Brazil and Morocco, only managing a narrow win against Haiti. Steve Clarke, who was head coach for seven years and had recently signed a new four-year deal, stepped down shortly after the elimination was confirmed. His tenure included qualification for three major tournaments, although Scotland has yet to reach the knockout stages.
- •Scotland lost all but one group match in the World Cup.
- •Steve Clarke resigned shortly after Scotland's elimination was confirmed.
- •Clarke had been head coach for seven years.
- •Scotland qualified for the World Cup after a win against Denmark.
- •This was Scotland's first World Cup appearance since 1998.
"Scotland have been eliminated from the World Cup after failing to make it out of the group stage, with Ghana's defeat to Croatia finally sealing their fate.
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