Scotland prepares for World Cup opener against Haiti under Steve Clarke
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 6:24 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Steve Clarke leads Scotland into their first men’s World Cup since 1998, facing Haiti in their opener on Sunday at 02:00 BST. After a lengthy absence from major tournaments, Clarke emphasizes a renewed sense of optimism among his players, highlighted by recent victories against Curacao and Bolivia. Clarke aims to use the experience gained from prior tournaments to advance past the group stage. A fresh tactical approach, including a 4-4-2 formation, aims to start the competition positively and overcome past disappointments.
- •Scotland last reached the World Cup finals in 1998.
- •Clarke signed a new four-year deal ahead of the tournament.
- •Scotland had recent wins of 4-1 and 4-0 in friendlies.
- •The group opener against Haiti is the first match on Sunday.
- •Clarke stresses the importance of starting strong after past failures.
- 6:24 AMYahoo Sports — 'Different' Clarke bids to smash Scotland's glass ceiling
- 6:24 AMBBC Sport — 'Different' Clarke bids to smash Scotland's glass ceiling
"The Scotland head coach feels like a new man heading into a seismic World Cup opener with Haiti - and he is sensing a fresh wave of optimism.
"The Scotland head coach feels like a new man heading into a seismic World Cup opener with Haiti - and he is sensing a fresh wave of optimism.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 6:24 AM'Different' Clarke bids to smash Scotland's glass ceiling
The Scotland head coach feels like a new man heading into a seismic World Cup opener with Haiti - and he is sensing a fresh wave of optimism.
- BBC SportJun 10, 2026, 6:24 AM'Different' Clarke bids to smash Scotland's glass ceiling
The Scotland head coach feels like a new man heading into a seismic World Cup opener with Haiti - and he is sensing a fresh wave of optimism.
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