Scotland under-21s open new era with win over Azerbaijan
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 9:47 AM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Scotland's under-21 team secured a decisive 5-2 victory against Azerbaijan on October 1, marking the beginning of a revamped youth program. Key player Findlay Curtis contributed to all five goals as new head coach Tony Docherty emphasized an attacking style and high pressing. The Scottish FA aims to create a streamlined pathway for youth players to advance to the senior team, with several coaching changes across age levels signifying a fresh direction. The team's performance reflects aspirations to mirror the first team's playing style, which was further discussed in recent training camps.
- •Findlay Curtis involved in all five goals for Scotland under-21s.
- •The match took place at Rugby Park on October 1.
- •Tony Docherty is the new head coach of the under-21 team.
- •Scotland aims to align its youth teams with the first team's playing style.
- •The Scottish FA initiated a coaching overhaul across all youth levels.
- 9:47 AMBBC Football — Curtis shines as revamped Scotland youth set up begins
"Amidst a raft of coaching changes in Scotland's youth set up, the under-21s delivered an eye-catching display, with Rangers winger Findlay Curtis at the heart of it.
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