Steve Clarke resigns as Scotland head coach after elimination from World Cup 2026

• Tenure comes to close after exit in the group stage

• ‘Thanks for having me and good luck to my successor’

Steve Clarke has resigned as Scotland’s head coach, with the decision announced within minutes of confirmation the country had been eliminated from the World Cup. Clarke, who had been in post since 2019, signed a four-year contract extension shortly before the tournament.

Ian Maxwell, the Scottish Football Association chief executive, said: “We thank Steve for his record-breaking contribution and know that when the disappointment of World Cup elimination subsides, the Scotland supporters will be thankful for the memories of marching with pride at major tournaments once again.”

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