Scotland faces group-stage exit amid scrutiny of Clarke's leadership
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Scotland risks an early exit from the 2026 World Cup after finishing third in their group, following defeats to Brazil and Morocco. Head coach Steve Clarke signed a new four-year contract prior to the tournament, yet his leadership is under scrutiny amid criticism of team performance. Clarke's tenure has yielded Scotland's first World Cup win in 1990, but the squad's disappointing results and the need for improvement have raised questions about his future. Former players have supported Clarke while expressing concerns about team selections and defensive errors. The team's next focus will be on qualifying for Euro 2028, which will be hosted in part by Scotland.
- •Scotland finished third in their World Cup group.
- •Clarke signed a four-year contract before the tournament.
- •Critics point to poor defensive performances against Brazil and Morocco.
- •Scotland must rely on unlikely results to advance.
- •Euro 2028 co-hosting presents another qualifying opportunity for Clarke.
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Where does Scotland's World Cup campaign leave Clarke?
"Did Steve Clarke get the best out of his Scotland squad at the 2026 World Cup as they face group-stage exit?
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