World · 28 June 2026
Steve Clarke quits Scotland job after World Cup exit
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At 62, he had just agreed to a new four-year contract, after guiding Scotland to their initial World Cup appearance since 28 years prior. He stepped down after their World Cup elimination on Saturday, following group stage losses to Morocco and Brazil. Clarke also guided the team to two European Championships and wrote an emotional letter to supporters.
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