Clarke steps down as Scotland boss after World Cup exit
Summary
Steve Clarke has resigned as Scotland’s head coach after the team was eliminated from the World Cup. Scotland won one game but lost two in the group stage, failing to advance further in the tournament.Key Facts
- Steve Clarke became Scotland’s head coach in May 2019.
- Scotland qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1998 under Clarke’s leadership.
- At the World Cup, Scotland won 1-0 against Haiti but lost 1-0 to Morocco and 3-0 to Brazil.
- Scotland’s elimination was confirmed after Croatia’s win over Ghana.
- Clarke thanked the players and expressed pride in their achievements in a letter to supporters.
- The Scottish Football Association announced Clarke’s resignation soon after Scotland’s last game.
- Defensive errors in the match against Brazil contributed to Scotland’s exit.
- Scotland had reached two European Championships during Clarke’s time as coach.
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